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Breaking News, Political Updates, Business & Travel Insights

The DRC and UAE signed a $10B economic partnership covering 6,000 products, mining, and Banana Port infrastructure, a milestone in Congo’s trade strategy.

DRC Signs $10B Trade Deal with UAE, Port & Mining Focus

Investment Deals

Arsenal ends Visit Rwanda deal after pressure over Rwanda’s support for M23 rebels and war crimes in eastern Congo. Fans, DRC officials led the outcry.

Sports

Arsenal Ends Visit Rwanda Deal Over Congo War Crimes Outcry

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Algeria apologised after Mohamed Amoura copied a DR Congo fan’s Lumumba tribute at AFCON. The fan received an apology and a personalised jersey.

Algeria Apologises to DR Congo Superfan After AFCON Gesture

Sports Trends

As Tshisekedi heads to Washington, Patrick Muyaya reaffirms DRC’s commitment to peace, but warns Rwanda must withdraw and end support for M23 before any deal.

“Rwanda is the Father, M23 is the Son": Muyaya Ahead of Washington

War in DR Congo

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The AU says attacks far from front lines escalate the war in eastern DRC, endanger civilians, and undermine Doha-linked ceasefire efforts.
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AU warning: Kisangani attack highlights danger of wider conflict

After the Kisangani airport incident, the AU says urban spillover raises civilian and regional risks.
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Civil society in North Kivu reports 62 deaths since January in Beni and Lubero, urging a security review and urgent aid.
Justice & Crime
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ADF-linked attacks in eastern DRC raise pressure for security and aid

Civil society says 62 civilians were killed in ADF-linked attacks in Beni and Lubero since January
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DRC plans an April international tender to modernize key Lobito Corridor rail sections, with works due to start in Q4 2026.
Economic Reports
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DRC to Launch Tender for Lobito Corridor Rail Upgrade

Bemba says bidding opens in April; works on Tenke–Kolwezi–Dilolo to start in late 2026.
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President Tshisekedi met U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to advance the U.S.–DRC Strategic Partnership on investment, minerals, and security.
Investment Deals
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Tshisekedi Meets Rubio to Deepen U.S.–DRC Partnership

U.S.–DRC Strategic Partnership Accelerates as Tshisekedi Holds Talks With Marco Rubio
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President Tshisekedi met with the U.S. DFC in Washington to align investment priorities and accelerate financing for Congo’s economy.
Business & Investment
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Tshisekedi Meets U.S. DFC to Boost Congo Investment

Tshisekedi held strategic talks with the U.S. DFC to deepen Congo–U.S. economic cooperation
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The UAE has begun sourcing gold directly from DR Congo, bypassing Rwanda and disrupting smuggling networks long linked to conflict minerals.
Mining and Minerals
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UAE Cuts Rwanda Out, Begins Buying Gold Directly From Congo

A new UAE–DRC trade deal cuts Rwanda out of Congo’s gold supply chain, striking at years......
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Virtus Minerals signs a share purchase agreement to acquire Chemaf, highlighting rising U.S. interest in Congo’s copper-cobalt belt.
Investment Deals
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Congo rebalances mining power as US Virtus moves on Chemaf

Share purchase agreement advances U.S. bid for Chemaf in the Haut-Katanga–Lualaba corridor
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France says it will spotlight Grand Inga at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi as DRC and AFD sign an MoU to prepare Inga III.
Investment
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France to Promote Grand Inga at Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi

An AFD–DRC MoU signed in Kinshasa sets up Inga III preparation ahead of the May 11–12 forum
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DRC Cover Highlights

Tshisekedi Launches Congo’s Agricultural Revival in Menkao

President Tshisekedi launches Congo’s agriculture revolution: tractors, seeds, and reforms to revive the breadbasket dream for 2025-2026.

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Tshisekedi Launches Congo’s Agricultural Revival in Menkao

Félix Tshisekedi: Champion of Change and Sovereignty in DR Congo

Discover the bold legacy of Félix Tshisekedi, the DRC president transforming his nation while confronting foreign interference and restoring dignity.

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Félix Tshisekedi: Champion of Change and Sovereignty in DR Congo

Women Transform DR Congo’s Future: 32% of Government Now Female

For the first time, women hold nearly one‑third of DRC government posts. This article celebrates Judith Suminwa and Tshisekedi’s reforms, & inclusive leadership.

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Women Transform DR Congo’s Future: 32% of Government Now Female
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