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Mwami Constant Lungagbe Mbatanadu Seeks Justice and Authorities' Intervention in Haut-Uélé Boundary Conflict With SambiaIn a recent turn of events in Haut-Uélé, the Chief...

Y'all, so like, in this press release, the government delegation and M23/AFC after some talks in Doha, Qatar, agreed to work on reaching a...

Angolan President Condemns M23/RDF Occupation in Eastern DRCAngolan President João Lourenço has denounced the resumption of actions by the March 23 Movement (M23), marked...

William Ruto, the President of Kenya and current chair of the East African Community (EAC), has called for a structured approach to financing peace...

2024: A Year of Political Turmoil and Challenges in the DRCIn the heart of Africa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been...

The ongoing violent clashes between the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebels, supported by Kigali, continue to pose...

Les parlementaires ont validé la proposition de loi concernant les principes de la pêche et de l'aquaculture en République Démocratique du Congo. Le député...

Tshopo: Over 165,000 Children at Risk Due to Under-VaccinationIn the heart of the Tshopo province, a dire situation has emerged regarding the vaccination status...

Unis par le Sort: Building a Better Future for the CongoThe situation in the Congo is at a critical juncture, with internal and external...

MC Alger Shatters Mazembe's Dreams in CAF-C1: A Heartbreaking DefeatIn a stunning turn of events, the hopes of Le TP Mazembe to advance to...

Félix Tshisekedi Seeks Support for DRC's UN Security Council CandidacyIn a bid to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council...

Franc Congolais Faces Depreciation and International Reserves StrengthenThe latest developments in the external sector as of December 20, 2024, have unveiled a slight depreciation...

Illegal Export of 150 Tonnes of Coltan from Rubaya to Rwanda: UN Reports $800k Monthly Revenue by AFC-M23A recent report from the United Nations'...

Grâce Mfwamba Struggles in D1 Saudi Arabia Women's FootballGrâce Mfwamba Balongo is facing a tumultuous season with her club, Al-Taraji, in the Saudi Women's...

Masisi: FARDC and M23 Clash in NgunguIn a violent escalation on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, clashes erupted between the M23 rebels, supported by the...

Florent Ibenge and Steven Ebuela Lead Al Hilal Omdurman to VictoryIn a thrilling match that left fans on the edge of their seats, Jean-Florent...

Governor of North-Kivu Military Promoted PosthumouslyIn a poignant announcement made by the Council of Ministers on Friday, the late Major General Peter Cirimwami, the...

CAF-C1: Papy Kimoto's Tough Loss and Building for the FutureIn the world of African football, the recent match between As Maniema Union and Raja...

MSF Provides Critical Care in the Midst of Violent ClashesIn the war-torn region of Masisi, located in Nord-Kivu, violent clashes between the M23/RDF coalition...

RDC: Low Activity in Money Market, Decrease in Bank BorrowingsThe Democratic Republic of Congo's money market experienced limited activity during the week of December...

Clashes between Wazalendo and M23 in Bashali Mokoto Groupement: Masisi UpdateViolent clashes have erupted between local fighters known as "Wazalendo" and members of the...

Grève des médecins à Maï-Ndombe : Service minimum pour les urgencesIn Maï-Ndombe province, the strike called by the National Union of Doctors (SYNAMED) has...

Agricultural Growth Project in the Great Lakes Region - PICAGL - Closure by December 31, 2024Kinshasa, December 30, 2024 - The National Coordination of...

The Congolese government is taking a stand against the illegal wildlife trade, specifically targeting the sales of endangered grey parrots at provincial entry points....

In preparation for the launch of a youth anti-corruption and patriotism awareness campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Inspector General of Finance (IGF)...

Joseph Kabila, the former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, announced on Thursday that he gonna head over to Goma, the capital of...

Transport Tariff Grid in Kinshasa: Drivers Support New Tariffs but Raise ConcernsIn Kinshasa, a new transport tariff grid has been causing a stir among...

Summary: Governor Jacques Kyabula Katwe of Haut-Katanga emphasized the importance of unity and peace in the face of Rwandan aggression during consultations in Lubumbashi...

Mgr Fulgence Muteba Presents New Book on Practical Theology in AfricaLubumbashi, DRC - In a momentous event that brought together prominent figures in the...

1,417 Central Africans Fleeing Violence Find Refuge in BosoboloSince late December, over a thousand Central Africans have been fleeing the atrocities between the Seleka...

4th Congolese Games: A Return to GloryIn a groundbreaking decision, the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the revival of the...

Strengthening Fiscal Policy and Financing Development in the DRC: Félix Tshisekedi Signs Ratification LawsIn a significant move towards bolstering fiscal policy and financing development...

Connecting Kikwit and Idiofa: New Asphalt Road Project UnderwayThe city of Kikwit and the territory of Idiofa in the Kwilu province are on the...

The Ligue 1 is trucking along in the Play-offs phase of the national championship. On the 9th day, Thursday, May 22, As Maniema faced...

Thomas Lubanga's Alleged Involvement with Armed Groups in Ituri and M23 - A Threat to KinshasaIn a recent report released by the United Nations,...

Félix Tshisekedi Unveils Ambitious Climate Change Project at DavosIn a groundbreaking announcement at the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Félix Tshisekedi...

Renowned Professor Désiré Cashmir Eberande Kolongele has been appointed as the special security advisor to President Félix Tshisekedi. The announcement of his new role...

The provincial minister of planning, budget, employment, and tourism in the city of Kinshasa has taken interim measures against the management committee members of...

GECAMINES SA Sends New Year Greetings to DRC Prime MinisterGECAMINES SA, a key player in the mining industry, has recently extended warm New Year...

Envol Calls for Investigation Against Vice Minister of Justice in KinshasaThe Envol Party has made a bold statement, accusing Samuel Bemba of orchestrating the...

Governor of Kasaï Oriental Explains $3 Million Investment Funds: Details and ClarificationsThe controversy surrounding the management of $3 million in investment funds from the...

**M23 Kills Seven Civilians in Retaliation for Losses in Clashes with FARDC at Kihondo**In a tragic turn of events, the coalition forces of M23/RDF...

Félix Tshisekedi Returns to DRC and Calls for a Defense Council Meeting Amid Escalating ConflictsPresident Félix Tshisekedi is set to return to Kinshasa this...

Mazembe Faces Young Africans in Crucial MatchIn a crucial showdown, Le Tout Puissant Mazembe will face off against Young Africans in Dar-Es-Salaam, the capital...

Newspaper Article:RDC: Conflit entre les FARDC et le M23 près de Sake - Actualités en directIn the early morning hours of Tuesday, January 7,...

Humanitarian Crisis in Nord-Kivu Deepens After M23 Seizes Masisi-CentreThe humanitarian situation in the Masisi territory of Nord-Kivu has taken a turn for the worse...

Aw'art Cultural Center Shut Down Due to Financial ConstraintsAw'art Cultural Center, located in Bandalungwa, Kinshasa, has been a symbol of creativity and community for...

Kinshasa, the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has recently made a bold decision to ban all Rwandan aircraft from flying over...

The determination of baby gender has become an increasingly important aspect of prenatal care worldwide, including in Congo. With the integration of modern genetic...

Justice Demanded for Adonis Numbi, Journalist Killed by Machete-Wielding BanditsIn the city of Lubumbashi, the capital of the Haut-Katanga province, journalists rallied together following...

Vital Kamerhe was, like, totally welcomed by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at the State House in Entebbe on Friday. Kamerhe brought a super important...

Rwandan Reinforcements Surrounding Goma: Urgent Security Council Action RequiredThe situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has taken a dangerous turn as armed...

Bola Boto: A Rising Star in Ligue 1Bola Boto, the breakout star of the season with New Jak FC, has been dominating the realm...

Traffic Suspension on Goma-Rutshuru Road Despite Calm: FARDC-M23 ConflictA relative calm prevails on Monday, January 13, 2025, along several combat lines, particularly in the...

Rencontre entre les FARDC et le M23 à Masisi et Nyiragongo ce dimancheNew clashes between the army and the M23 were reported this Sunday,...

The FC St Eloi Lupopo is hosting AS Maniema Union in a match of the third playoffs of the league 1 on Wednesday, April...

Amidst the chaos and uncertainty in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a glimmer of hope emerges as Burundi opens its doors to 10,000 Congolese...

Government of DRC Rejects Deforestation AccusationsIn a recent press briefing on Monday, December 30, 2024, the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)...

The recent displacement of 30,000 people in Sud-Kivu has raised significant concerns about the escalating conflict in the region. The United Nations Office for...

Jean-Paul Mukolo Nkokesha Appointed Attorney General near the Council of StateJean-Paul Mukolo Nkokesha, having completed his two terms as Attorney General near...

Leaders from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the East African Community (EAC) recently convened to address the pressing security concerns in the...

Demand for Immediate Resignation of Governor Kambulu in Kasaï Central - Union Sacrée's StandIn a bold move, the Union Sacrée and its allies in...

**War Displaced Person Killed by Armed Bandits at Lushagala Camp**A young displaced person from the city of Sake, in the Kamuronza group (Masisi territory),...

President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, is set to make his way to Libreville on Saturday to attend the inauguration ceremony...

Remembering Mamadou Ndala: A Hero in the Midst of the M23 WarOn Thursday, January 2, 2025, marks the 11th anniversary of the tragic death...

As the sun sets over the tumultuous city of Goma in North Kivu, the echoes of sporadic gunfire still linger in the air, a...

The United States Urges Immediate Halt to Mineral Purchase from M23-controlled AreasAs the security and human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo...

Musa Baluku Maintains Control of ADF Despite Health RumorsThe latest report from the United Nations' group of experts revealed that Musa Baluku,...

First Political Meeting After IMF Agreement in DRCThe Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) held its first political meeting of the year on Thursday, chaired...

Conseillers communaux d'Inongo en difficulté: Comment faire face aux impayés persistants?Les Conseillers communaux d'Inongo se retrouvent dans une situation économique critique, impayés depuis 12...

Enhancing Financial Governance: Review of All Municipal Contracts in KinshasaKinshasa authorities have announced a comprehensive review of the contracts signed between the city and...

Renowned Congolese boxer Martin Bakole is set to face British fighter Joseph Parker in a highly anticipated match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday,...

Human Right Watch, this organization that loves to keep an eye on human rights stuff, dropped a report on Friday, May 23. They were...

Summary: Former president of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Corneille Nangaa, is now leading the rebellion in Eastern DRC. He heads the Alliance Fleuve...

Over 102,000 Displaced in Nord-Kivu Following M23 OffensiveIn a shocking turn of events, over 102,000 individuals have been displaced in Nord-Kivu, specifically in Masisi-Center,...

Remembering Mamadou Ndala: The Nationalistic Warrior Forgotten by HistoryEleven years have passed since the tragic disappearance of the late Colonel Mamadou Ndala, aged 36,...

Breaking News: Ratification of Hydrocarbon Exploitation Law in DRCIn a groundbreaking development, the law authorizing the exploitation of hydrocarbons and common deposits between the...

Association Calls for Prioritizing Deep-Water Port of BananaIn a recent development, the Congolese Association for Access to Justice (ACAJ) has urged the government to...

Félix Tshisekedi Signs Collective Pardon OrderIn a display of compassion and forgiveness, President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi has signed the collective pardon order at the end...

Justice Sought by Lumumba Family Over Desecration of Limete Mausoleum: 17 JanuaryOn the 17th of January, the Lumumba family marks the 64th year since...

Oscar Tshiebwe Shines in Second Game with Utah JazzIn a thrilling match that went into overtime, the Utah Jazz narrowly defeated the Brooklyn Nets...

Impressive Victory for U17 Women's National Team in World Cup QualifiersIn a stunning display of skill and determination, the U17 Women's National Team of...

Congolese opposition leader, Delly Sessanga, has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict imposed by the M23/AFC rebels, supported by Rwanda, in the city of...

The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, has taken a monumental step towards environmental conservation by signing into law the creation...

Félix Tshisekedi to Attend John Dramani Mahama's Inauguration in AccraFélix Tshisekedi, accompanied by his wife, is set to attend the inauguration of the new...

A call for tender has been announced for the acquisition of rolling stock to support teams dedicated to monitoring structural reforms by the Technical...

Appeal Trial for Coup Attempt: 37 Accused Face Death Penalty ConfirmationIn a gripping turn of events, the military court in Kinshasa/Gombe, currently holding a...

CAF-C1: TP Mazembe's Future Darkens Further after Defeat by Young AfricansTP Mazembe's hopes in the CAF Champions League took a significant blow as they...

The upcoming 2025 African Nations Under-25 Women's Wheelchair Basketball Championship will be held in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, this October. President of the...

An international arrest warrant has been issued for Jean-Jacques Mamba Kabamba, currently residing in Belgium, for alleged war crimes, according to an official document...

For the past three weeks, schools in Lubero Center have faced significant challenges following the advance of M23 rebels. Despite the call to resume...

Murders of Two Women in M23-Controlled Area of Katwiguru, RutshuruIn a horrifying incident that shook the community of Katwiguru, located 27 kilometers from Kiwanja...

Mining Minister Denounces Rwandan Aggression at African Mining Indaba 2025In a powerful stance against Rwandan aggression and the illegal exploitation of Congolese mineral resources,...

A Road Undergoing Rehabilitation in KinshasaOn Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 1:49 pm, the governor of Kinshasa, Daniel Bumba, along with the national Minister...

In the age of digital media, information is coming at us from every direction. USA News, social media platforms, blogs, and personal websites are...

Summary: In response to the loss of Goma to the M23-RDF coalition, Guy Kabombo Muadiamvita, the Minister of National Defense and Veterans, declared that the...

Summary: The U17 team of DR Congo is gearing up to participate in the zonal tournament of the Union of Central African Football Federations (UNIFFAC)...

Justice Militaire Condamne à Mort Délinquant Coupant Main à Lemba, KinshasaIn a shocking turn of events, the military garrison court in Kinshasa/Matete sentenced delinquent...

In recent weeks, Goma City has been gripped by growing insecurity as a result of the occupation by the AFC/M23 rebels. This development, supported...

Teachers in Inongo, Maï-Ndombe Protest Unpaid SalariesIn a powerful display of frustration and discontent, dozens of teachers from the province of Maï-Ndombe took to...

Opposition Leader John Mbangu Interrogated in LubumbashiIn a shocking turn of events, John Mbangu Kayombo, a prominent opposition figure and communicator for Moïse Katumbi's...

Presidential Pardon Decree: A New Commission to Review Eligible Cases - SourcesIn a recent development that has captured the attention of the...

Renewed Hostilities in M23 North Kivu: Massive Displacement in Lubero CentreThe recent resurgence of conflict in the North Kivu region of the Democratic Republic...

Chaos in Sud-Kivu: Tales of Fear and Resilience in KaleheIn the early hours of Wednesday, January 22, 2025, a precarious calm settled over the...

**Closure of Radio Station in Lisala Shocks OLPA**Kinshasa, January 13, 2025 - The Observatoire de la Liberté de la Presse en Afrique (OLPA), a...

The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo, through its spokesperson, has confirmed the presence of M23 elements and the Rwandan army in Goma....

France Stands with DRC in UN Emergency MeetingThe security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues to deteriorate, raising international concerns. Nicolas...

Archbishop Leonard Matebwe Takes the Helm of Independent Churches Union in CongoIn a historic ceremony held on Monday, March 17th, in Kinshasa, Archbishop Leonard...

Ferdinand Kambere: The Return of Raïs Disrupts Power HoldersSeveral top officials of the People's Party for Reconstruction and Democracy (PPRD), including Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary,...

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Merveille Kanjinga: A Rising Star in Coupe de France with PSGMerveille Kanjinga once again proved her talent on the left flank this Saturday, March...

Teachers in Inongo Demand Unpaid Salaries, Vandalize OfficesInongo, the capital of the Mai-Ndombe province, was thrown into chaos as teachers took to the streets...

**Ten Civilians, Including Chief, Killed in ADF Islamist Attack in Lubero**An attack attributed to the Ugandan rebel group Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) has resulted...

17 Congolese Soldiers Sentenced to Death in Lubero: RDC-M23 UpdateJustice was served on Tuesday, December 31, as 17 soldiers from the Armed Forces of...

Improved Revenue Management through IGF Inspectors Training in DRCIn a bid to intensify oversight of public finances and raise awareness about the fight against...

Patients Flee Hospital Due to Land Dispute Tension in Haut-UeleIn Haut-Uele, specifically in the town of Dungu, a tense situation unfolded on Monday, January...

Journalist Patrick Adonis Numbi Killed by Machete-Wielding Bandits in LubumbashiIn the bustling city of Lubumbashi, located in the Haut-Katanga province of the...

**Expanding Education Access in Rural Areas: PHC Inaugurates Two New Schools in Lokutu, Tshopo Province****Who:** Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC)**What:** Inaugurated two new...

Rebels from NASFA Group in Haut-Uele Presented to Vice-Governor for Transfer to KinshasaIn a significant development in the region, Major General Makalay Ngoy François,...

Murder of Journalist Patrick Adonis Numbi Sparks Reward OfferIn a shocking turn of events, the body of journalist Patrick Adonis Numbi Banze was found...