Congo-Kinshasa

Cobalt prices have risen sharply and use in electric vehicle batteries will keep demand high, outpacing strained supply

Ongoing electoral reform moves are aggravating domestic political divisions

The Islamic State in Central Africa claimed responsibility for the first ‘suicide bombing’ in eastern Congo

The UNC has suspended participation in ruling coalition structures after its leader’s conviction was upheld on appeal

An unprecedented legal framework has been adopted for a security strategy that looks little different to past policy

The eruption of a volcano near the eastern hub of Goma has triggered multiple earthquakes

Two of the country’s conflict-affected eastern provinces have been placed under military control

Congo may be seeking Uganda’s support in managing insecurity in the east