DR Congo
DR Congo reshuffles cabinet, adds opposition figures amid eastern conflict
In a bid to shore up political backing in regions still under its control, the Democratic Republic of Congo has unveiled a reshuffled cabinet that, for the first time in years, incorporates figures from the opposition. Government spokesperson Tina Salama announced the changes in a televised address late Thursday, revealing a 53-member lineup. Among the…
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Dozens of churchgoers killed in DR Congo attack linked to Islamic State
Multiple churchgoers have been killed in an attack by an Islamic State affiliate in north-eastern...
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Congo reels from dual disasters as death toll rises to 77, over 100 still missing
Catastrophic floods and a series of boat accidents have left at least 77 people dead across...
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Congo: Kinshasa floods kill 19, destroy homes and infrastructure
Devastating floods swept through multiple neighborhoods of Kinshasa in Congo over the weekend,...
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How the DR Congo–U.S. minerals-for-security deal is taking shape
The minerals-for-security agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) and the United States is gaining momentum following a recent proposal by President Felix Tshisekedi to U.S. President...
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DR Congo president proposes minerals-for-security deal to Trump to combat violent rebels
In a bid to eliminate violent rebels, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi has proposed a minerals deal to U.S. President Donald Trump in exchange for a security agreement....
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How the DR Congo conflict threatens Rwanda’s multimillion-dollar tourism industry
Rwanda’s $640 million tourism industry is facing potential disruption due to its alleged support of M23 rebels in DR Congo, sparking international pressure. Several nations, including the UK and...
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Social media is on fire over rising Congo-based deaf rapper MC Baba
A deaf and mute rapper from Congo, MC Baba, has pushed the limits and redefined the meaning that disability does not necessarily mean inability. The internet sensation has gone viral with his unique rap...
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Africa’s Biggest Music Artists Use Voices to Change Agriculture
Nineteen of the biggest music artists from across the continent have come together to collaborate on ‘Cocoa na Chocolate’ with ONE.org to boost government investment in agriculture under the...
