First mpox vaccines arrive in DR Congo, campaign to begin soon
The country has received 200,000 doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine, but more are needed to end the crisis.
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DR Congo sect members demand answers for deadly raid
Survivors of a deadly massacre in the Democratic Republic of Congo are demanding justice for the loss of loved ones, a year after elite troops attacked a religious sect.
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DRC prosecutors call for death penalty for 50 defendants
Three Americans are among 50 defendants facing the death penalty in a trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo over an alleged coup attempt in May.
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Congo delays mpox vaccine delivery amid global health crisis
The mpox vaccine shortage in Congo persists, raising concerns about the country’s ability to contain the outbreak.
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Congo leads African mpox surge, testing and vaccines needed
A surge in mpox cases in Congo has prompted Africa to seek urgent vaccine support as the WHO declares the outbreaks a global health emergency.
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Boat collision in Congo results in massive loss of life
A deadly boat accident on the Lukeni River in Congo claimed the lives of 20 people and left hundreds missing.
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Uganda returns nearly 100 Congolese police officers
The repatriation comes as the number of Congolese refugees fleeing the violence continues to rise.
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Border reopens between Zambia and Congo following talks
Zambia and Congo reopened their shared border after resolving a trade dispute that led to its temporary closure.
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DR Congo flag bearer caught using performance-enhancing drug
Another doping scandal has hit the Paris Olympics. Congolese sprinter Dominique Lasconi Mulamba has been found to have used a banned substance.
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Zambian politician detained for accusing Congolese president
Zambian police have detained opposition leader Fred M’membe on charges of sedition.
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