Congo-Kinshasa

  • Aug 27
  • 7 min read

Africa mpox outbreak will raise wider concerns

A new variant of monkeypox has spread rapidly in central Africa and may pose a threat to global health if left unchecked

Africa
  • Aug 19
  • 7 min read

Zambia border closure imperils Congo’s copper exports

The rapid escalation of a trade dispute between Congo and Zambia underscores risks to Congo’s minerals exports

Congo-Kinshasa
  • Aug 7
  • 7 min read

Congo-Rwanda truce may struggle for traction

Talks have produced a new ceasefire deal between the neighbours but many of the conflict's key drivers remain unresolved

Congo-Kinshasa
  • Jul 11
  • 7 min read

Congo will use conflict minerals to discredit Rwanda

The government accuses neighbouring Rwanda of using conflict in eastern DRC to profit from the illegal minerals trade

Congo-Kinshasa
  • Jul 8
  • 2 min read

M23 allegations may strain Congo-Uganda ties

UN experts have alleged that Uganda has provided non-material support to M23 rebels in eastern DRC

Congo-Kinshasa
  • May 29
  • 2 min read

Tshisekedi keeps it close with new government

The president has placed confidantes in key posts in his new government

Congo-Kinshasa
  • May 20
  • 2 min read

Alleged Congo coup attempt raises multiple questions

Authorities say they have foiled an attempted coup, which unfolded in a highly unusual manner

Congo-Kinshasa
  • May 10
  • 2 min read

Internal tensions threaten Congo’s ruling coalition

Internal battles for position are delaying the formation of a government

Congo-Kinshasa
  • May 3
  • 2 min read

Rubaya’s fall will fuel Congo conflict minerals claims

The M23 rebellion has seized a key mining town in eastern Congo

Congo-Kinshasa