This decision will significantly impact artisanal miners of metals such as gold and tin, who dominate the region’s production.
Congo’s South Kivu governor suspends mining operations in province Read More »
M23 rebels and government forces hold fire, but concerns linger about a potential return to violence.
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ISIS-linked ADF rebels killed at least five civilians in an attack on a market in eastern DR Congo, highlighting the ongoing violence despite joint military efforts.
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Global Forest Watch data revealed a sharp rise in tree cover loss, with Virunga experiencing a 22% increase in 2021 and a further loss in 2022
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Intercommunal violence in Kwamouth has resulted in hundreds of civilian deaths and significant infrastructure damage since 2022
West DR Congo militia kills nine soldiers in weekend attack Read More »
Kagame, who 1st assumed power in 2000, secures over 99% of votes in Monday polls amid promises of development and security
Kagame secures fourth term in landslide victory Read More »
More than 50 people, including soldiers and militia fighters, were killed in clashes over land disputes in western Democratic Republic of Congo.
Dozens killed in DRC militia, army Fighting Read More »
The withdrawal of U.N. peacekeepers from North Kivu in Congo is unlikely while Rwandan troops remain in the region, according to Congolese Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwamba Wagner. North Kivu faces a two-year insurgency by the M23 militia, allegedly supported by Rwanda. Wagner emphasized the need for an orderly withdrawal of the U.N. mission (MONUSCO) once
Congo says UN exit unlikely while Rwandan troops present Read More »
Fresh clashes between Congolese forces and M23 rebels threaten a fragile ceasefire in eastern DR Congo.
M23 rebels clash with Congolese forces again Read More »
Disease continues to spread in Kivu regions in north, southeast of Democratic Republic of Congo, say authorities
DR Congo reports 25 mpox cases Read More »
