Democratic Republic of the Congo

DRC files second complaint to ICC against Rwanda army, M23 rebels
Kinshasa, the EU and UN experts have accused neighbouring Rwanda of backing the M23 but Kigali denies any involvement.
Published On 24 May 2023
Trade deal signing expected as DRC leader visits China this week
The meeting could pave the way for the two countries to seal a $6bn infrastructure-for-minerals deal with China.
Published On 22 May 2023
Four people killed in eastern DRC ambush near gorilla park
Militia attacks have been frequent in parts of the eastern DRC, where multiple rebel groups have been based for decades.
Published On 19 May 2023
DR Congo in discussions with Uganda over use of crude pipeline
The controversial pipeline is for transporting Uganda’s crude to foreign markets when it begins production in 2025.
Published On 10 May 2023

The deaths from landslides are the latest in a flurry of tragic incidents related to downpours in parts of East Africa

Warming temperatures due to climate change are increasing the intensity and frequency of Africa’s rains, UN says.

Authorities say 287 killed and 167 others missing after heavy rains caused floods in South Kivu province.

Torrential rain in South Kivu province causes river to overflow, washing away homes, leaving buildings encased in mud.

But it is not too late to prevent it and ensure a free and fair vote.

Europe is turning to Africa’s gas, while the US, China and Russia are racing for economic influence on the continent.

Attacks by CODECO militia, one of 120 rebel groups in the eastern DRC, have displaced hundreds of thousands of people.

‘We’re tired of it,’ say residents facing ongoing violence in the Ituri province, near the border with Uganda.

Congolese civilians, Angolan forces responsible for abuse of women and children, doctor says, as thousands expelled.

Bodies of eight women, 13 children discovered after the landslide hit a river in the locality of Bolowa on Sunday.

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