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DRC Politics

Sanctions target Rwanda’s military leadership, sharpening pressure over eastern DRC and regional stability
War in DR Congo

Fatshi finally happy as US sanctions 4 of Kagame's killing machine

Sanctions target Rwanda’s military leadership, sharpening pressure over eastern DRC
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The mine is under M23 control, testing Washington’s “conflict-free” sourcing goals.
Mining and Minerals

WHY Congo’s Rubaya coltan offer could reshape US mineral strategy

The mine is under M23 control, testing Washington’s “conflict-free” sourcing goals.
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Col. Emmanuel Libandi calls for disarmament, reintegration and youth engagement
War in DR Congo

Ituri urges armed groups and youth to join P-DDRSC process

Col. Emmanuel Libandi calls for disarmament, reintegration and youth engagement
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After a woman was shot dead in Kasika, Karisimbi’s youth council calls for protection and rejects claims used to justify the killing.
Justice & Crime

Karisimbi youth council demands protection after Kasika killing

Council condemns the shooting of a 54-year-old woman in Goma and urges safety for residents
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Worship bans hit Prophet Jules Mulindwa’s congregations, raising rights and aid concerns
Justice & Crime

WHY reported AFC/M23 church closures matter in eastern DRC

Worship bans hit Prophet Jules Mulindwa’s congregations, raising rights and aid concerns
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Mining and Minerals

Embassy urges Chinese firms to avoid illegal mining in DRC

China tightens DRC mining warnings amid risks in artisanal zones and eastern instability
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Diplomacy

Why Kinshasa Is Challenging Mushikiwabo’s Leadership at OIF

DRC cites governance concerns and Rwanda-linked tensions as it prepares to field a rival candidate.
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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.
Sports Trends

Algeria Apologises to DR Congo Superfan After AFCON Gesture

Forward Mohamed Amoura’s gesture sparked backlash, prompting apology and meeting with superfan
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Tshisekedi’s Paris lunch with Macron also focused on Kinshasa’s Francophonie campaign.
Geopolitics Africa

DRC boosts OIF Secretary-General bid in Macron talks

Tshisekedi’s Paris lunch with Macron also focused on Kinshasa’s Francophonie campaign
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African Politics

South Africa Reaffirms DRC Ties as It Exits MONUSCO

Pretoria says bilateral relations and regional peace support will continue as 700+ troops withdraw
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Army downs four 'kamikaze' drones near Kisangani airport; Rwanda-backed M23 rebels suspected.
War in Eastern DRC

FARDC to Issue Official Statement After Kisangani Drone Shootdown

Army downs four 'kamikaze' drones near Kisangani airport; Rwanda-backed M23 rebels suspected
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Politics & Diplomacy

Tshisekedi Pushes Peace as Rwanda Rejects Dialogue

Rwanda rejects President Tshisekedi’s peace offer as Kinshasa urges dialogue
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DRC and Burundi reopen the Gatumba–Kavimvira border after two months, restoring movement under regular migration procedures.
War in DR Congo

DRC-Burundi governments reopen Gatumba–Kavimvira

Gatumba–Kavimvira crossing resumes daily 8am–5pm with standard migration checks
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In Kinshasa, Éléonore Caroit says France is open to all candidacies and “very attentive” to the vote
DRC Peace Effort

Kinshasa:France says it will watch OIF process closely as May 15 nears

In Kinshasa, Éléonore Caroit says France is open to all candidacies and “very attentive” to the vote
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DRC and the UN are appealing for $1.4B as funding falls, forcing aid groups to reduce operations amid conflict and displacement.
African Politics

DRC government and UN mobilise $1.4B to protect vulnerable communities

Appeal follows sharp funding drop as conflict-driven needs rise and NGOs scale back.
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Tshisekedi Sets First Congress Date for Sacred Union Majority

President Tshisekedi sets 30 August for the first Sacred Union congress, adopting a new charter..
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