DRC: M23 Rebels Withdraw from Peace Talks, Citing International Sanctions and Ongoing Conflict
The M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, has announced on Monday March 17 its withdrawal from peace talks scheduled for this March 18 with the […]
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US struggles to keep up with China in Africa’s critical minerals race, say experts
The race for Africa’s vast reserves of critical minerals, essential for the production of electric vehicles or renewable energy, has become a major geopolitical battleground […]
Congo to Join Peace Talk with Rwanda-Backed Rebels in Angola on Tuesday
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced on Sunday March 16 that it will send a delegation to Angola on Tuesday March 18 for […]
Southern African Leaders Announce Troop Withdrawal from DRC Amid Ongoing Conflict
Southern African leaders have declared on March 13 their intention to withdraw their troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where they have been […]
Congo and M23 Rebels Set for Peace Talks in Angola Next Week Amid Escalating Conflict
The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will engage in direct peace talks next week with the M23 rebel group, supported by Rwanda, […]
Angolan President Discusses DRC Conflict with Congolese Religious Leaders
On Monday March 10, Angolan President João Lourenço met with a delegation of religious leaders from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to discuss the […]
US Expresses Willingness to Explore Mineral Partnerships with the Democratic Republic of Congo
The United States has expressed interest in exploring potential partnerships with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) focused on critical minerals, according to a statement […]
UK Government Refuses Further Payments to Rwanda Following Cancellation of Migrant Deal
The United Kingdom Government has confirmed on March 4 that it will not make any further payments to Rwanda following the cancellation of the controversial […]
ICC Prosecutor Visits DRC Amid Rising Conflict in the East
International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan has arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on February 24 in the evening, as the country […]
Congo’s President Announces Unity Government Amid Growing Crisis
In the face of increasing violence and international pressure, President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced plans to form a national […]