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DR Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, also simply called Congo, Congo-Kinshasa, or DR Congo, is a country in Central Africa. It is the third most populous country in Africa, as well as the most populous Francophone country. The DRC is the second largest country in Africa after Algeria.
Latest news
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2026 World Cup qualifiers: DRC denounces Nigeria’s approach
After the Leopards’ win over the Super Eagles in the playoffs, the DRC strongly denounced the petition filed by the Nigerian federation, accusing Nigeria of trying to qualify… -
AFCON 2025 – DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre warns his players ahead of the clash with Benin
DRC’s coach spoke about the Leopards’ chances at AFCON 2025. And Sébastien Desabre urged his players not to underestimate any team. Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC… -
DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre sets course ahead of AFCON 2025
Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC approaches AFCON 2025 with ambition but caution, determined to get through the group stage before dreaming bigger. A few days before… -
Nigeria – DRC: Florent Ibenge responds to accusations of voodoo
The former DR Congo coach, Florent Ibengue, calls Éric Chelle’s remarks « absurd », after Chelle accused the Leopards of resorting to voodoo magic during the playoff they… -
AFCON 2025 / Benin: five key players missing against the DRC, Gernot Rohr confident
Deprived of five starters, suspended for its opener against the DRC, Benin will have to field a deeply reshuffled squad to begin AFCON 2025 in Morocco. A situation… -
DR Congo: 26 players selected for AFCON 2025, including Cédric Bakambu
The DR Congo coach has announced the list of players selected for the final phase of AFCON 2025. And Sébastien Desabre has called up 26 Leopards. The final… -
AFCON 2025: ‘We’re the favorites,’ Senegal already warns Benin and the DRC
A few weeks before the kick-off of AFCON 2025 in Morocco, Senegalese defender Moussa Niakhaté says the Teranga Lions must fully embrace their status as favorites and announces… -
Nigeria: Eric Chelle calms the controversy after his accusations of witchcraft against DR Congo
Eliminated by the RD Congo after a tense play-off, Nigeria saw the controversy grow following Eric Chelle’s remarks, before the coach backtracked on his statements to calm things… -
2026 World Cup playoffs: knocked out, Nigeria accuses the DRC of using ‘voodoo magic’
Nigeria coach Éric Chelle denounced “suspicious” practices by the Congolese staff after the Super Eagles were eliminated on penalties in the final of the 2026 World Cup playoffs.… -
“Nigeria must qualify for the 2026 World Cup,” Osimhen ahead of the clash with the DRC
The Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, says Nigeria has what it takes to secure qualification for the World Cup, on the eve of a decisive clash against DR Congo.… -
2026 World Cup play-offs: Nigeria to face DR Congo in the final
Nigeria and DR Congo face off on Sunday in Rabat in the final of the African play-offs for the 2026 World Cup. A high-stakes duel whose winner will… -
Fally Ipupa concert at the Stade de France: the Ministry of Culture denies any official funding
In response to a heated controversy sparked by the circulation of a document suggesting alleged public funding for Fally Ipupa’s concert, the Congolese Ministry of Culture, Arts and… -
DRC: More than 200 health centers running out of medicines, warns the ICRC
More than 200 health centres in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are facing severe medicine shortages due to ongoing fighting and a lack of humanitarian… -
DRC: Vital Kamerhe resigns as President of the National Assembly
Vital Kamerhe announced his resignation as president of the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Resignation of Vital Kamerhe, president of the National Assembly. This… -
DRC: The public prosecutor’s office demands the death penalty against Joseph Kabila
In Kinshasa, the repercussion of the former Congolese president Joseph Kabila’s trial, which is being conducted in absentia, was spectacular. General Lucien René Likulia, a representative of the… -
Pastor Marcelo Tunasi remarries a year after the death of his wife Blanche
Congolese pastor Marcello Jeremiah Tunasi is getting remarried this Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Brussels to Esther Aicha, a faithful member of his church “The Compassion”. This decision,… -
Kenaya gets her law degree: her father Koffi Olimidé reacts in tears
Koffi Olomide emotionally celebrated the academic success of his daughter Kenaya, who now holds a degree in law. The famous Congolese artist expressed his pride in a stirring… -
CAN 2025 (W): Zambia topples Senegal, Morocco rallies
Zambia defeated Senegal (3-2) on Wednesday evening in the second round of group stages of the 2025 Women’s African Cup of Nations. Host of the tournament, Morocco rallied… -
DRC: The latest UN report reignites accusations against Rwanda
The United Nations Group of Experts on the situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) published a new alarming report on Wednesday, July 2, pointing to Rwanda’s… -
“I will never let you go, you belong to me,” Gims strikes back at DemDem’s divorce announcement
While DemDem, wife of famous rapper Gims, announced over the weekend that she was “single” and “divorced” on social media, an unexpected reaction from the singer has cast… -
Tripartite Mining Agreement USA-DRC-Rwanda: An Imperialist Maneuver to Better Legitimize the Plundering of the Congo
Kinshasa and Washington are finalizing discussions around a strategic mining agreement aimed at attracting American investments in the critical minerals of the DRC, notably cobalt, lithium, and tantalum.… -
DR Congo: National Assembly authorizes judicial investigation into Justice Minister Constant Mutamba
On Thursday, May 29, 2025, the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of Congo authorized the opening of a judicial investigation against Justice Minister Constant Mutamba. The decision… -
DR Congo: Maxime Prévot urges caution following agreements in principle
After visiting Uganda and Burundi, Belgium’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maxime Prévot, concluded his diplomatic tour of the Great Lakes region with a visit… -
17th Headies Awards: Inoss’B Wins Best Central African Artist
Congolese singer Inoss’B has added another prestigious accolade to his career by winning the “Best Central African Artist” award at the 17th edition of the Headies Awards, held… -
“There Is More Wickedness in the Church Than in Bars,” Says Pastor Moise Mbiye
Pastor Moise Mbiye has sparked a major controversy by addressing the reality of human relationships within religious communities. In a recent media appearance, the man of God did… -
DR Congo: first compromise signed between the government and M23 in Doha
In a surprising development, a first compromise was signed on Wednesday evening in Doha between the Congolese government and the M23 rebel movement. This turning point comes after… -
DRC: residence of Joseph Kabila searched amid suspicions of ties to AFC/M23
A property belonging to former President Joseph Kabila was searched by security services. The operation took place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at a site housing offices, warehouses,… -
DRC–Rwanda: UN Security Council renews mediation efforts
Mediation in the conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda was at the center of discussions at the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday,… -
DR Congo: Kemi Seba awarded honorary doctorate in political science
Pan-African activist Kemi Seba has been honored with the title of Doctor Honoris Causa in Political Science. The honorary distinction was conferred by Bel Campus University in Kinshasa… -
DRC: EAC and SADC relaunch mediation after Angolan initiative abandoned
Following the failure of Angolan mediation, the heads of state of the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have decided to take charge…