DR Congo raids Kabila homes over unrest claims
Authorities searched Kabila family properties citing suspicions of hidden military items, though nothing was found.
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US envoy meets Tshisekedi as crisis deepens in eastern DR Congo
DR Congo’s president met with Trump’s Africa advisor to discuss mining, security, and investment as conflict continues in the country’s mineral-rich east.
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M23 accuses DRC government of trying to derail peace talks
As peace talks in Angola near, M23 claims the DRC is escalating violence to sabotage negotiations, while Kinshasa remains silent on the allegations.
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Congo president plans unity government amid eastern crisis
President Felix Tshisekedi plans to form a unity government in response to mounting pressure over military losses to M23 rebels in the eastern provinces.
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DR Congo president abandons Davos as conflict rages in the East
The M23 rebel group has captured key towns, including Masisi, Minova, and, most recently, Sake, located just 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Goma
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Congo opposition calls for protests over constitutional reform plans
Opposition leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo have called for nationwide protests to oppose President Felix Tshisekedi’s proposed constitutional reforms. The announcement comes amid concerns that the changes could pave the way for Tshisekedi to extend his time in office beyond the two-term limit. Tshisekedi, who began his second and final term in January,
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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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DR Congo, Rwanda leaders agree to discuss East’s unrest
Rwanda’s Kagame and DR Congo’s Tshisekedi will discuss security concerns as the M23 rebel group continues its activities.
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