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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: Authorities claim to have discovered two mass graves in Uvira

Authorities in Uvira, DRC, have announced the discovery of two mass graves while they return to restore public services after leaving due to the AFC/M23 presence.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:41 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: At least nine killed in drone strike that killed M23 spokesperson

A drone strike in the DRC targeting an M23 rebel spokesperson resulted in at least nine additional civilian casualties.

Feb 26 β€’ 11:47 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Headlines: A turning point in the war in eastern DRC

The armed forces of the DRC have launched simultaneous attacks on M23 positions in eastern Congo following a significant development in the conflict.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:29 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: In Paris, security in the East and the battle for the OIF at the heart of the Tshisekedi-Macron meeting

DRC President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss security issues in Eastern Congo and Congo's candidacy for the Secretary-General position of the International Organisation of La Francophonie.

Feb 26 β€’ 03:51 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

DRC: the military spokesperson of AFC/M23 Willy Ngoma killed near Rubaya, in North Kivu

Willy Ngoma, the military spokesperson for the AFC/M23 rebel group, was killed in a drone attack near Rubaya in North Kivu, according to rebel sources.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Congo-Kinshasa: Fighting for the Strategic Coltan Mine in Rubaya

Battles intensify in North Kivu, DRC, over control of the vital coltan mine in Rubaya amid U.S. military aid discussions.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:15 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Tensions in Eastern DRC: At Least Three Front Lines Reactivated

Recent escalations in eastern DRC have seen multiple front lines reactivate as government forces clash with the ACF/M23 group, accused of being supported by Rwanda.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:22 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC–Burundi: the reopening of a strategic border in the heart of regional balances

The border between Uvira and Bujumbura reopened after several weeks of closure, aiming to boost regional trade and security.

Feb 24 β€’ 03:56 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

From the basement of a Belgian museum to Congolese mines: the issue of geological archives of the DRC

The article discusses the dispute over the geological archives of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), currently held in Belgium, and the call for their digitization.

Feb 23 β€’ 23:01 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: Maurice Pellosh's Clients Rediscover Their Portraits in Documentary

The documentary 'Maurice Pellosh: Memory in Images' evokes emotional responses from former clients who view their long-lost portraits from the 1970s during its premiere.

Feb 23 β€’ 20:19 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Trade and hope return to Uvira after DRC-Burundi border reopens

The border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi has reopened after more than two months of closure, revitalizing trade and normalcy for Uvira residents.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:43 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Key DRC-Burundi border reopens after two-month closure

The border between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Burundi has reopened after a two-month closure due to M23 rebel activities in eastern DRC.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:49 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Fighting resumes in eastern DRC in violation of ceasefire deal

Fighting has resumed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo despite a ceasefire deal, with both the Congolese army and the M23 rebels accusing each other of violations.

Feb 23 β€’ 06:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Violent clashes reported between the army and Twirwaneho fighters in South Kivu

Violent clashes between Congolese armed forces and Twirwaneho fighters, allied with the AFC/M23, have escalated in South Kivu, resulting in significant displacement among local populations.

Feb 23 β€’ 03:11 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Cases of Nosebleeds in Kolwezi, Ruashi Mining's Activity Under Scrutiny

Residents in Kolwezi, DRC, report cases of nosebleeds which they attribute to pollution linked to Ruashi Mining.

Feb 22 β€’ 18:23 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: After an alert from the IMF, FΓ©lix Tshisekedi launches an audit of civil servant salaries

President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi of the DRC has initiated an audit of civil servant salaries following an IMF warning about the unsustainable wage bill exceeding half of the state's budget.

Feb 22 β€’ 02:18 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Trial of General PhilΓ©mon Yav Irung in the DRC: a four-year-old SMS at the heart of the case

The trial of Lieutenant-General PhilΓ©mon Yav Irung in the Democratic Republic of Congo centers around a four-year-old SMS that allegedly links him to collaboration with the Rwandan army.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:55 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Headlines: 20 years after its promulgation, the Constitution of the DRC is 'at a crossroads'

The political climate surrounding the 20th anniversary of the DRC's Constitution is characterized by division between supporters of its revision and those in opposition who fear it allows current power retention.

Feb 21 β€’ 05:24 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: the EU Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid concludes her tour in the Great Lakes region in Goma

Hadja Lahbib, the European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid, wrapped up her tour in the Great Lakes region with a visit to Goma, meeting with local leaders to secure commitments for peace and cooperation.

Feb 21 β€’ 04:13 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

France denies deploying troops to DRC, says army is training Congolese forces

France has clarified that it is not deploying troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) but is instead focused on training Congolese armed forces as part of a bilateral cooperation effort.

Feb 20 β€’ 14:47 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: Vehicles transporting humanitarian aid attacked in the territory of Rutshuru

In the DRC, an MSF truck carrying medical supplies was attacked by armed men in the Rutshuru territory.

Feb 20 β€’ 13:04 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Contract between the Monaco football club and the DRC: the Sports Minister defends 'transparent procedures'

The Congolese Sports Minister Didier Budimbu defends the integrity of his partnership with the Monaco football club amid allegations of corruption and misappropriation of public funds.

Feb 20 β€’ 10:07 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Conflict in Eastern DRC: EU Humanitarian Commissioner in Kigali after Kinshasa and Bujumbura

The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid visited Kigali as part of her tour addressing the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Feb 20 β€’ 07:50 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: France acknowledges training Congolese soldiers at Kinshasa's request

The French embassy in the DRC has confirmed the presence of French army officers in Kisangani as part of a military cooperation program, focused solely on training Congolese soldiers.

Feb 20 β€’ 04:09 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ceasefire in eastern DRC: what the Memorandum of Understanding under the auspices of the regional organization CIRGL provides

The article discusses a ceasefire agreement in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) facilitated by the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (CIRGL).

Feb 19 β€’ 12:23 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

"Enough is Enough", a documentary about eastern DRC as a cry of despair presented at Berlinale 2026

The documentary "Enough is Enough", highlighting the urgent plight of people in eastern DRC, is showcased at the Berlinale 2026 festival.

Feb 19 β€’ 11:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Congo-Kinshasa: Cholera Cases Drop 90% in Sange

Cholera cases in SangΓ©, DRC, have decreased by 90% following an emergency intervention by Doctors Without Borders after a significant outbreak.

Feb 19 β€’ 06:43 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: the population of Uvira demands the reopening of the border with Burundi

The residents of Uvira, a city in eastern DR Congo, are urging for the reopening of the border with Burundi, which remains closed despite the cessation of hostilities in the area.

Feb 19 β€’ 05:52 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Congo-Kinshasa: Fear and Survival - Reflections On a Year Under M23 Rule in Goma

The article reflects on the grim reality and emotional impact of living under M23 rebel control in Goma, DRC, a year after the group's takeover.

Feb 19 β€’ 04:42 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: Musicians work to preserve Congolese rumba

In Kinshasa, musicians are making efforts to preserve Congolese rumba, a genre recognized for its historical significance and recently added to UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list.

Feb 18 β€’ 19:29 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: the ceasefire announced in Luanda remains ineffective

A ceasefire between the Congolese government and the M23 rebels, scheduled to take effect on February 18, has been ineffective as trust issues still prevail.

Feb 18 β€’ 13:58 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: a month after the departure of the AFC/M23, Uvira tries to catch its breath

A month after the withdrawal of the M23 group from Uvira, the city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is slowly recovering but still grapples with the aftermath of violence and disruptions to trade.

Feb 18 β€’ 05:59 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Eastern DRC: the EU announces humanitarian aid of more than 81 million euros for victims of the conflict

The EU has pledged 81.2 million euros in humanitarian aid for victims of the ongoing conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Feb 18 β€’ 04:07 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

At the Mining Indaba summit, details of the mining agreement between the DRC and the United States are unveiled

The Mining Indaba summit revealed new details about a strategic mineral agreement between the DRC and the United States, centering on cobalt production.

Feb 17 β€’ 23:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Sudan: AU Intensifies Diplomatic Push to End Conflicts in Sudan and Eastern DRC, Says Bankole Adeoye

The African Union is increasing its diplomatic efforts to secure ceasefires in Sudan and the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting a renewed strategy for stability.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:50 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid Begins Her Tour in the DRC in the Great Lakes Region

The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid, Hadja Lahbib, has commenced her tour in the Great Lakes region, starting in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) before continuing to Burundi and Rwanda.

Feb 17 β€’ 07:47 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: the IMF denounces an explosion of the payroll in the administration that weakens finances

The IMF has raised concerns about a significant increase in public sector salaries in the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that it poses a major fiscal risk and urges prompt structural reforms.

Feb 17 β€’ 07:32 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: Kinshasa's 'sapeurs' honor the father of Congolese elegance

In Kinshasa, sapeurs commemorate Stervos Niarcos, the father of their fashion movement, celebrating their unique cultural heritage through elegant attire.

Feb 16 β€’ 15:23 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Fights in South Kivu in DRC: 'We are still being bombed by government drones'

Intense fighting continues in South Kivu, DRC, amidst a ceasefire, with local civilians expressing ongoing suffering from government drone attacks.

Feb 15 β€’ 13:38 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The central prison of Makala in Kinshasa affected by a cholera epidemic

The cholera epidemic has reached the Makala prison in Kinshasa, DRC, leading to confirmed cases among inmates and initiated emergency measures by authorities.

Feb 15 β€’ 04:43 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Headline: in the DRC, the demolition of the Pakadjuma slum and a flight for hope in Goma

Residents of the Pakadjuma slum in Kinshasa are facing violence and unrest following a violent demolition of their homes, which resulted in three deaths and several injuries.

Feb 14 β€’ 05:39 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: In Goma, the head of MONUSCO discussed the ceasefire monitoring mechanism with AFC/M23

The head of MONUSCO, Vivian van de Perre, visited Goma to discuss the monitoring mechanism for a potential ceasefire with the AFC/M23 group amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Feb 14 β€’ 04:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AUC Chairperson This Morning Conferred With H.E. Γ‰variste Ndayishimiye, President of the Republic of Burundi

The Chairperson of the AU Commission met with the President of Burundi to discuss Africa's strategic priorities and upcoming AU Summit preparations.

Feb 13 β€’ 14:58 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of the DRC: Kinshasa accepts the ceasefire principle proposed by Angola

The Democratic Republic of Congo has accepted a ceasefire proposal from Angola for conflict resolution in its eastern region.

Feb 13 β€’ 12:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Angola proposes a ceasefire starting on February 18

Angola has proposed a ceasefire date of February 18 for the ongoing conflict involving the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Feb 12 β€’ 19:17 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: Acting head of UN mission touches down in Goma

The acting head of the UN mission in Congo arrives in Goma amidst ongoing conflict with the M23 armed group, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire and deployment strategies.

Feb 12 β€’ 16:24 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Eastern DRC: symbolic landing of the head of the UN Mission at Goma airport

The interim head of the UN Mission in the DRC made a symbolic landing at Goma airport, which has been closed for over a year, as part of support preparations for a ceasefire monitoring mechanism.

Feb 12 β€’ 12:58 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
World

DRC: Angola proposes a ceasefire starting Wednesday

Angola has proposed a ceasefire beginning Wednesday between Kinshasa's forces and the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Feb 12 β€’ 07:35 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC organizes an investment forum during the Mining Indaba in South Africa

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has organized an investment forum during the Mining Indaba to attract global investment in its Lualaba province, which is rich in cobalt.

Feb 11 β€’ 10:50 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC-Rwanda: "Any idea aimed at bringing peace does not benefit President Kagame"

Congolese President FΓ©lix Tshisekedi recently concluded a diplomatic tour across multiple countries to address pressing issues including the ongoing conflict in Kivu and the crisis with Rwanda.

Feb 11 β€’ 05:29 UTC

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