DR Congo says several towns recaptured from rebels
Several towns that fell to armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have been recaptured by government forces, according to the Congolese army. The Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) said some of the recovered towns have been occupied by rebels for months, including Ngungu, a key town in the Masisi […]
Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo
Rebel forces backed by Rwanda have captured the town of Masisi in the east of the Democratic Republic of (DR ) Congo, according to various reports. This is the second town seized by the M23 group in as many days in the mineral-rich North Kivu province. The group has taken control of vast swathes of […]
Voting in DR Congo marred by lengthy delays
Voting in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s high-stakes presidential election has been marred by lengthy delays at polling stations. Voters waited in long queues at many polling stations in the capital, Kinshasa, and other cities as they opened about two hours late. Ballot papers were delivered at the last minute in an election that has […]
Italian ambassador killed in DR Congo attack
Officials at the Virunga National Park say the attack was an attempted kidnapping.
Armed militia gang-rape female students on the eve of exams
The students went on sit for the examinations on Monday after the rape ordeal, according to a priest in the area.
EABC urges EAC partner states to fast-track admission of DR Congo into bloc
East African Business Council publishes study detailing the many opportunities available for East African Community SMEs in DR Congo.
DR Congo president’s chief of staff sentenced to 20 years’ hard labour
Vital Kamerhe will also be banned for running for the presidency for 10 years after completing his sentence.