DRC: dozens dead as flooding devastates capital Kinshasa
Severe flooding in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Kinshasa, has claimed at least 30 lives, with torrential rains over the […]
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Rwanda Commemorates 1994 Genocide Amid Tensions Over Alleged Support for M23 Rebels
Rwanda is marking the anniversary of the 1994 genocide, a tragic chapter in its history that saw 800,000 people, primarily from the Tutsi ethnic group, […]
African Leaders Advocate for Inclusive AI Growth at Kigali Summit
At the opening of the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali, Rwanda, on Thursday, April 3, African leaders and technology experts emphasized the […]
Congo Government and M23 Rebels Set for Historic Talks in Doha
The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group are preparing for direct negotiations, scheduled for April 9, 2025, in […]
DRC Faces Record Hunger Crisis Amid Escalating Conflict and Rising Food Prices
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a record humanitarian crisis, as 28 million people face acute hunger, exacerbated by escalating conflict in […]
Burundi president alleges Rwandan attack plans amid regional tensions
Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye has escalated regional tensions by claiming possession of “credible intelligence” indicating Rwanda is preparing military action against his country, though he […]
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 […]
Congo and Rwanda Presidents Meet in Qatar for Talks on Eastern Congo Insurgency
The Presidents of Congo and Rwanda, Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame, met in Qatar on Tuesday March 18 for their first direct talks since Rwanda-backed […]
Rwanda Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Belgium Amid Escalating Tensions Over DR Congo Conflict
Rwanda severed diplomatic relations with Belgium on March 17, accusing the European nation of “consistently undermining” the country during the ongoing conflict in the Democratic […]
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 […]