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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.
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RDC: Martin Fayulu wants to include Kabila and Nangaa in the national dialogue.
From Paris, on August 17, 2026, Congolese opposition leader Martin Fayulu called for former president Joseph Kabila and the coordinator of the Congo River Alliance/M23 (AFC/M23), Corneille Nangaa,… -
DRC: WHO still believes it is possible to curb Ebola within three months.
The World Health Organization still believes it is possible to slow the progression of the Ebola epidemic caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo… -
DRC: the ADF accused of killing at least 114 civilians in July
The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) are accused of killing at least 114 civilians in July 2026 in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to a report from… -
DRC: Ebola outbreak exceeds 5,000 cases, WHO warns
The Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo had reached 5,021 confirmed cases and 2,378 deaths by August 16, 2026, according… -
DRC: Tension rises between the army and AFC/M23 in North Kivu and South Kivu
A drone attack targeted the Mwalu hotel on the night of August 18 to 19 in Fizi-centre, South Kivu, leaving two civilians seriously injured. The Congolese army attributes… -
In the DRC, Airtel Africa launches a direct connection service to Starlink satellites.
Airtel Africa announced the commercial launch of “Starlink Mobile” in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The service is designed to allow users with a compatible smartphone to… -
DRC: Kinshasa claims to have regained ground against the Mobondo.
The Congolese government claims to have secured the surrender of nearly 600 fighters from the Mobondo group and secured several areas in the west of the Democratic Republic… -
DRC: about fifty people kidnapped during an ADF incursion in Mambasa
About fifty civilians, mainly farmers, are reported to have been taken hostage during an incursion attributed to the ADF in the Mambasa territory of Ituri, the weekend before… -
DRC: Félix Tshisekedi reaffirms from Gabon his desire to initiate a major national dialogue.
While in Libreville for the celebrations of the 66th anniversary of Gabon’s independence, Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi reaffirmed his intention to organize a national dialogue in the Democratic… -
Ebola in the DRC: the WHO aims to reverse the trend within three months.
The World Health Organization (WHO) hopes to reverse the progression of the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the next three months and to… -
DRC: the C64 coalition threatens to revive mobilization against the constitutional reform project.
With just two days before the expiration of its ultimatum, the opposition coalition C64 is calling on President Félix Tshisekedi to officially convene an inclusive national dialogue. It… -
DRC: four subsidized operators to expand mobile coverage in 40 localities
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is launching a first phase of its universal connectivity program with the deployment of mobile networks in 40 rural and peri-urban areas.… -
DRC: the transfer of 15 detainees to the AFC/M23 opens a first test for the Doha process.
The release of fifteen detainees to the Alliance of the Congo River (AFC), of which the M23 is the main component, has been welcomed by Qatar and the… -
DRC: Kinshasa asserts that the FDLR leaders have agreed to the principle of disarmament.
The Congolese government assures that the political and military leaders of the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) have agreed to the disarmament and demobilization protocol… -
DRC: 4.3 million people still lack mobile coverage, according to the FDSU
Nearly 4.3 million people living in about 3,000 localities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) still lack mobile coverage, according to a report from the Universal… -
Uranium in cobalt exports: the DRC announces checks and requests IAEA assistance
The Congolese government has reacted to revelations about the presence of significant amounts of uranium in cobalt shipments exported to China. However, Kinshasa disputes the scope of the… -
DRC: after the agreement with a branch of the FDLR, shadow areas persist
The Democratic Republic of Congo announced on July 28 that the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) signed a protocol intended to oversee their demobilization. Presented… -
DRC: the International Court of Justice sets the schedule for the proceedings against Rwanda
The proceedings initiated by the Democratic Republic of the Congo against Rwanda before the International Court of Justice are progressing with the setting of the written phase schedule.… -
Ebola Bundibugyo in the DRC: vaccines and experimental treatments evaluated in an emergency.
Two vaccines designed against the Bundibugyo Ebola virus are currently being tested in humans in the UK and Canada, while experimental treatments are being evaluated in the Democratic… -
DRC: the expulsion of a Congolese officer blocks the verification of the ceasefire.
The mechanism responsible for verifying the ceasefire between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23 remains paralyzed, following the expulsion of a Congolese officer deployed in Goma. Established to monitor potential… -
DRC: mining companies must sell 10% of their capital to nationals by 2026.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, mining companies are now required to reserve 10% of their share capital for Congolese nationals, in accordance with the revisions to the… -
DRC: Félix Tshisekedi announces a national Genocide museum and a strengthened memory policy.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo commemorated the victims of wars that have ravaged the east of the country for nearly three decades in Kinshasa. Congolese authorities estimate… -
DRC: the government clarifies its strategy regarding the Genocost
The Democratic Republic of Congo commemorated its National Genocost Day on Sunday, a term coined to refer to “genocide for economic gain.” This concept relates to the human… -
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DRC: extension of restrictions on the entry of cement and lime
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has extended the temporary restrictions on the import of grey cement and clinker in the western and south-eastern regions of the country.… -
Beninese Damien Mama appointed Deputy Special Representative of the UN in the DRC.
The Beninese Damien Mama has taken on new responsibilities within the United Nations. He has been appointed Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General in the Democratic Republic of… -
World Cup 2026: the official line-ups of England – DRC
England and the Democratic Republic of the Congo face off this Wednesday in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The Three Lions, favorites on paper,… -
CDM 2026: Ronaldo and Bakambu start in the lineup, the official lineups of Portugal – DR Congo
Expected to be among the favorites in the competition, the Portuguese team begins its World Cup campaign in Houston against a DR Congo side returning to the global… -
DRC: Opposition raises strong objections against a potential constitutional revision
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has taken a major legislative step toward a potential constitutional revision. On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Senate unanimously adopted the bill… -
DRC: Tshisekedi honors Fally Ipupa after his double concert at Stade de France
Félix Tshisekedi decorated Fally Ipupa with the rank of Knight of the National Order of the Leopard after his historic double concert at the Stade de France. Through… -
2026 World Cup: the DRC unveils an ambitious list for its grand return
More than fifty years after its last participation, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is making its return to the world stage. The Leopards will compete in the…