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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: in Goma, a campaign to "boost vaccination coverage" against measles

In Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, a vaccination campaign against measles has been initiated to enhance coverage, particularly among children under five who are at high risk.

Mar 23 β€’ 09:05 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Seizure of suitcases containing two million dollars at Kinshasa airport

Security forces seized nearly two million dollars in cash hidden in two suitcases at Kinshasa's Ndjili International Airport, prompting an investigation into the origins of the money.

Mar 23 β€’ 03:17 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC's Tshisekedi tasks PM with plan to save struggling national airline

President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi of the DRC has tasked his prime minister with creating a strategy to rescue the state-owned airline, Congo Airways, which is suffering from financial and operational issues.

Mar 22 β€’ 13:58 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: President Tshisekedi calls for a recovery plan for Congo Airways

President Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has called for a comprehensive recovery plan for the national airline, Congo Airways, which is in a critical state with no operational aircraft.

Mar 22 β€’ 05:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The Debate on Constitutional Reform Raises the Question of Adherence to Existing Rules

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, discussions on potential constitutional reform are overshadowing the more critical issue of adhering to existing legal frameworks, according to a recent Institute Ebuteli report.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:42 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: According to the Ebuteli Institute, "the practice of power has weakened the institutional balance"

The Ebuteli Institute in the Democratic Republic of Congo argues that discussions on constitutional revision may distract from more pressing issues related to the effective implementation of existing laws.

Mar 21 β€’ 07:35 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: Traumatized populations recount the extent of the ADF's abuses

Residents in eastern DRC are sharing their traumatic experiences of the ADF's violent actions, highlighting the urgent need for more robust responses from authorities.

Mar 21 β€’ 05:28 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: a new report confirms the uncontrolled increase in the payroll in the public service

A recent report confirms a significant increase in the payroll for civil servants in the Democratic Republic of Congo, rising from $2.75 billion in 2021 to an estimated $4.58 billion in 2025.

Mar 21 β€’ 03:49 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC and European Union sign a partnership to strengthen mining governance in Congo

The European Union has signed a partnership with the Democratic Republic of the Congo to invest €45 million in mining governance and technology development by 2029.

Mar 20 β€’ 10:06 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Resumption of the peace process between the DRC and Rwanda: what have Kinshasa and Kigali really committed to?

The DRC and Rwanda have reportedly agreed on 'concrete measures' to revive their fragile peace process during a meeting in Washington, but the exact commitments are still unclear.

Mar 20 β€’ 04:10 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

In the DRC, the European Union commits to strengthening mining governance

The European Union is investing 45 million euros in Africa from 2026 to 2029 to enhance mining governance, with a significant focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Mar 19 β€’ 18:14 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Rwanda, DRC agree to "ease tensions" after talks in Washington

Rwanda and the DRC have agreed to take steps to mitigate tensions following recent talks in Washington amidst ongoing conflict in eastern DRC.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:33 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

DRC and Rwanda have "agreed on concrete measures" for the implementation of the peace agreement, according to Washington

The U.S. is actively engaged in supporting peace efforts between the DRC and Rwanda, following a tripartite meeting aimed at addressing ongoing conflicts.

Mar 19 β€’ 11:07 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: ADF Extends Attacks to Economic Interests, Particularly Mining

The ADF armed group has expanded its attacks in Eastern DRC, targeting economic interests, especially mining operations.

Mar 19 β€’ 06:08 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Jihadist violence in Nigeria and DRC rose sharply last year even as global deaths from terror fell

Jihadist violence surged in Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2025, despite a global decline in terrorist fatalities to the lowest in a decade.

Mar 19 β€’ 05:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Modeste Bahati resigns from his position as second vice-president of the Senate

Modeste Bahati has resigned from his position as the second vice-president of the Senate in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prior to a Senate vote on a petition against him.

Mar 18 β€’ 22:57 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Attack on Upemba Park in the DRC: Time for Psychological Reconstruction

Two weeks after a deadly attack on the Upemba National Park in the DRC, calls for psychological recovery are emerging amid the lack of judicial investigation into the incident.

Mar 18 β€’ 20:04 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

DRC-Rwanda: Washington wants to revive discussions between Kinshasa and Kigali

The United States is looking to revitalize discussions between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda amidst ongoing tensions between the two nations.

Mar 18 β€’ 03:57 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Thousands of DR Congo refugees struggle in overcrowded Burundi camp

Thousands of Congolese refugees are facing harsh conditions in Burundi's Busuma camp after fleeing violence in eastern DRC, with many lacking basic necessities.

Mar 17 β€’ 17:14 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Northeast DRC: New deadly attack attributed to ADF group in Ituri

A deadly attack attributed to the ADF group occurred in northeastern DRC, resulting in at least nineteen deaths in the village of Babesua.

Mar 17 β€’ 12:26 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC welcomes the creation of a gold refinery in Kalemie, civil society calls for transparency

In the DRC, civil society celebrates the inauguration of an industrial gold refinery in Kalemie while demanding transparency regarding the partnership contract involved.

Mar 17 β€’ 09:16 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: gunfire exchanges in Mugunga, armed men killed and arrested, according to AFC/M23

Armed clashes occurred in Mugunga, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, leading to several armed men being killed and arrested during a confrontation with AFC/M23.

Mar 17 β€’ 04:03 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

In DRC, what priority for the economic and financial penal court?

The DRC's President Tshisekedi has announced the establishment of a specialized court to combat economic and financial crimes, discussed by guest Jimmy Kande on Afrique Midi.

Mar 16 β€’ 16:26 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: President Tshisekedi Creates Financial and Economic Criminal Court

Congolese President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi has established a new court dedicated to addressing economic and financial crimes to enhance the country's judicial efficiency.

Mar 16 β€’ 14:23 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: the army announces the arrest of two Wazalendo militia leaders

The Congolese army has arrested two leaders of local armed groups allied with government forces in their fight against the AFC/M23 rebellion in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Mar 16 β€’ 12:48 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: FΓ©lix Tshisekedi establishes the economic and financial criminal court by ordinance

President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi has established a new economic and financial criminal court in the DRC to address corruption and financial crimes more effectively.

Mar 16 β€’ 05:09 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Anti-gang fight at the center of the Council of Ministers meeting

The fight against gang violence and kidnappings in Kinshasa is prioritized by President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi during a recent Council of Ministers meeting, as public fear grows amidst increasing social media alerts.

Mar 14 β€’ 21:34 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: a UN agency report warns of the increase in human rights violations in 2025

A UN report highlights a disturbing 20% increase in documented human rights violations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2025, primarily attributed to armed groups.

Mar 14 β€’ 04:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

East of the DRC: French anti-terrorist prosecutor opens an investigation after the death of a humanitarian in Goma

French prosecutor opens anti-terror investigation following the death of UNICEF worker Karine Buisset in Goma.

Mar 13 β€’ 10:13 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Headlines: the death of a French humanitarian in Goma, in eastern DRC

A French humanitarian, Karine Buisset, was killed in a drone strike in Goma, eastern DRC, raising concerns about accountability in conflict zones.

Mar 13 β€’ 10:04 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

UN chief condemns killing of UNICEF worker in DR Congo strike

The UN Secretary-General condemned the killing of UNICEF worker Karine Buisset in a drone strike in Goma, DRC, expressing outrage at the incident.

Mar 12 β€’ 10:45 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: peace processes increasingly fragile after a drone attack in Goma

A drone attack in Goma, DRC, which killed three civilians, including a French humanitarian worker, threatens the fragile peace processes in the region.

Mar 12 β€’ 10:31 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Sports

World Cup 2026: DRC relies on continuity to seek qualification in playoffs

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) national football team aims for World Cup qualification by maintaining a consistent squad for the intercontinental playoffs.

Mar 12 β€’ 09:55 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

DR Congo: The death of a French aid worker in Goma sparks numerous reactions

The death of a French aid worker in Goma has led to an outpouring of reactions from political leaders and humanitarian organizations.

Mar 12 β€’ 03:51 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Drone strike hits Goma killing aid worker and civilians

A drone strike in Goma, eastern DRC, resulted in the deaths of a French aid worker and several civilians.

Mar 11 β€’ 21:24 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

DRC youth disillusioned by politics ahead of presidential elections

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, young people express deep disillusionment with politics as presidential elections approach.

Mar 11 β€’ 11:08 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
World

DRC: Airstrikes on the city of Goma kill several, Emmanuel Macron announces that a French UNICEF humanitarian worker has been killed

Airstrikes in Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, have resulted in multiple casualties, including the death of a French UNICEF humanitarian worker, as reported by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Mar 11 β€’ 11:04 UTC
🌍 Africanews
Crime & Justice

M23 rebel group accuses DRC government of targeting civilians after drone strike

The M23 rebel group in eastern DR Congo has accused the government of targeting civilians in a drone strike that destroyed a residence, allegedly occupied by UN personnel.

Mar 11 β€’ 09:51 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

Three killed in drone attack on Goma in eastern DRC, M23 rebels say

A drone attack in Goma, eastern DRC, has resulted in three fatalities, with M23 rebels blaming the government for the incident.

Mar 11 β€’ 09:41 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Goma targeted by a drone attack that reportedly killed three

A drone attack in Goma, DRC, has reportedly resulted in three fatalities, including a French humanitarian worker.

Mar 11 β€’ 07:47 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: An audit of the 'contract of the century' rekindles debate over the agreement signed with Chinese groups in 2008

An audit of the Sino-Congolese mining contract signed in 2008 has reignited discussions regarding its terms and implications for resource management in the DRC.

Mar 10 β€’ 19:26 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Southeast of the DRC: An investigation accuses the mining giant CMOC of pollution causing a health crisis

An international report accuses the mining giant CMOC of causing pollution and a health crisis in southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Mar 10 β€’ 07:45 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

The DRC wants to diversify investors for its major extension project in Kinshasa

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is launching a major urban project to extend Kinshasa and create a new city, Kinshasa Kia Mona, with an estimated cost of €46 billion, seeking to attract additional investors beyond a Chinese consortium.

Mar 9 β€’ 23:47 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: What we know about the announcement of the release of FARDC soldiers by AFC/M23

The announcement by the AFC/M23 regarding the imminent release of FARDC soldiers highlights the complex dynamics of the ongoing conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Mar 9 β€’ 17:46 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: there is 'a willingness to change the Constitution by the close cell' of Tshisekedi

The article discusses ongoing debates in the Democratic Republic of the Congo about proposed constitutional changes, which some factions within the ruling party are pushing for amid conflicts in the eastern regions of the country.

Mar 9 β€’ 16:25 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: the security operation in Upemba National Park has freed six foreign hostages

A security operation in Upemba National Park, DRC, resulted in the successful rescue of six foreign hostages from militia captors.

Mar 9 β€’ 15:48 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: UDPS discusses a project for a third term for FΓ©lix Tshisekedi, opposition outraged

A debate has arisen in the Democratic Republic of Congo about a possible constitutional amendment to allow President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi to run for a third term, prompting outrage from the opposition.

Mar 9 β€’ 10:07 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Overexploitation and Lack of Safety Regulations Lead to Mining Collapses

A recent mining collapse in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has raised serious concerns over safety regulations and the high-risk conditions faced by local miners.

Mar 8 β€’ 20:06 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

TrΓ©sor Lualua Wants to Raise Awareness About the State of Youth Football in the DRC

TrΓ©sor Lualua, former captain of the Leopards, is campaigning for the presidency of the National League of Youth Football in the DRC, alerting to the poor state of youth football in the country.

Mar 8 β€’ 16:32 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The government acknowledges delays in civil servants' salary payments

The Congolese government admits to delays in salary payments for civil servants due to cash flow issues.

Mar 8 β€’ 05:29 UTC

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