The conflict in eastern DR Congo, driven by M23 rebels, risks escalating into a broader regional war, with Burundi and the UN warning of humanitarian crises and potential disease outbreaks.
Burundi urges action to prevent DR Congo war from spreading Read More »
Scores of young men in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are lining up to volunteer for the Congolese army to fight against the advancing M23 rebel group.
Volunteers in east DRC enlist to fight against M23 rebels Read More »
Rwanda-backed rebels have seized more towns in eastern Congo after capturing Goma, raising fears of prolonged conflict and regional instability.
Rebels seize towns after capturing east Congo’s largest city Read More »
Dozens of Romanian security contractors working in the Democratic Republic of Congo have surrendered to Rwandan authorities after intense fighting with M23 rebels.
Romanian security contractors surrender to Rwanda Read More »
The UN human rights chief calls for urgent action in Goma, eastern DR Congo, to address escalating violence, human rights violations, and humanitarian law abuses as rebels seize control of the city.
UN urges action to stem crisis in Goma amidst M23 advance Read More »
Kenyan President William Ruto announced a summit between DRC and Rwandan leaders to address the eastern DRC crisis within 48 hours.
Kenya hosts urgent summit on DR Congo crisis Read More »
The fighting has displaced hundreds of thousands of people and raised concerns about a potential regional conflict.
13 peacekeepers killed in fierce fighting in eastern DRC Read More »
Lassa fever has spread in Nigeria, with 89 new cases and 12 deaths reported in January, affecting 13 states.
Nigeria faces rising Lassa fever cases and deaths in January Read More »
Three Chinese nationals were sentenced to seven years in prison and fined $600,000 for illegal mining, money laundering, and residing illegally in Congo’s South Kivu province.
Chinese citizens fined and jailed for illegal mining in Congo Read More »
The extension highlights the ongoing security challenges in eastern DRC, particularly the continued activity of the M23 rebel group.
UN extends peacekeeping mission in DR Congo Read More »
