Congolese President Sassou Nguesso wins fifth term: Provisional results
Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso’s election success will extend his nearly 42 years in power.
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Guinea-Bissau’s deposed president travels to Congo’s Brazzaville: Reports
Umaro Sissoco Embalo arrives in the Republic of Congo after first seeking refuge in Senegal following this week’s coup.
From: NewsFeed
Why was former DR Congo president Kabila sentenced to death?
A military court in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has sentenced ex-President Joseph Kabila to death in absentia.
Published On 1 Oct 2025
Rwanda president unsure if DRC peace deal will hold, warns against ‘tricks’
Paul Kagame gives cautious welcome to US-brokered agreement, but says success depends on goodwill from warring parties.
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DR Congo and Rwanda sign peace deal after years of war
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda have signed a peace deal, opening US access to key minerals.
Published On 27 Jun 2025
M23 accused of possible ‘war crimes’ in eastern DRC: Rights group
Amnesty International says torture, killings and enforced disappearances have taken place in areas under rebel control.
Heavy floods in DR Congo’s Kinshasa leave dozens dead, destroy homes
The capital struggles as the Ndjili River overflows, leaving drivers stranded, and infrastructure collapses.
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From: The Stream
Why are people boycotting Apple’s new iPhone 16?
We join the debate as protests over the iPhone 16 demand accountability for exploitation in mineral mining.
Published On 29 Oct 2024
ISIL-affiliated rebel fighters blamed after 38 killed in DR Congo attack
The armed men used guns and machetes to attack residents of villages in Beni territory, in North Kivu province.
From: The Stream
Why are millions internally displaced in DRC?
International solidarity campaigns have managed to bring attention to DRC’s conflict, but how can they make an impact?
Published On 8 Mar 2024
From: The Stream
Is the Kenyan government doing enough to act against femicide?
With women killed at alarming rates in Kenya, is the government doing enough to end gender-based violence?
Published On 2 Feb 2024