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Red Cross envoy: Congo conflict has worsened with sharp increases in sexual violence and wounded

The decades-old conflict in Congo’s mineral-rich east has “drastically deteriorated” since early 2022 and gotten even worse since last October, with sharp increases in sexual violence, the number of wounded and child recruitment, the top Red Cross official in the country says

The Independent UK

New mpox strain in Democratic Republic of Congo 'most dangerous yet'

Current case figures are ‘at the tip of the iceberg’ experts say

Evening Standard

WHO urges swift response as DRC hit by mutated mpox strain

The spread of mpox in Africa needs to be addressed urgently, the World Health Organization has warned, as more deaths were reported from a mutated strain of the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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AP PHOTOS: In the spirit of perseverance, artists flock to Congo's biggest dance festival

The Goma dance festival, the largest dance festival in Congo, has taken place each year for the past seven years, despite ongoing attacks by rebel groups

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Rwanda 'ready to fight' with DR Congo if necessary, President Paul Kagame says

In an exclusive interview with FRANCE 24, Rwandan President Paul Kagame discussed the tense relations between his country and neighbouring DR Congo. He said Rwanda is "ready" to go to war with DR Congo if necessary.

France 24

UN Envoy Expresses Concern Over Children's Rights Violations Worldwide

U.N. envoy expresses deep concern over children's well-being in conflict zones of Sudan, Congo, and Haiti, highlighting grave violations and the need for i...

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Sudan tops UN envoy's concerns about children caught in conflicts, with Congo and Haiti next

The United Nations envoy charged with reporting on violations against children in conflicts around the world says that first and foremost she is worried about what’s happening to youngsters in war-torn Sudan

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More than 80 passengers killed in the latest boat accident in Congo

Congo's president says a boat carrying more than 270 passengers has capsized on a river near Congo’s capital of Kinshasa, leaving more than 80 dead

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Over 80 Dead In Congo Boat Capsizing Near Kinshasa

Tragic boat accident in Congo claims over 80 lives, highlighting risks of overloading on water vessels. Calls for improved safety measures and enforcement ...

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Three Americans implicated in a coup attempt in Congo go on trial before a military court

The military trial of 51 suspects, including three Americans, accused of being involved in a coup attempt in Congo last month has opened in the country's capital of Kinshasa

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Americans On Trial In Congo For Alleged Coup Involvement

Three Americans facing trial in Congo for alleged coup involvement. Charges include terrorism and murder. Human Rights Watch calls for credible charges.

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Displacement Camp Fire Destroys Tents In Eastern Congo

Recent fire at Muganga camp in Congo adds to the suffering of displaced individuals amidst ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.

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Fire at a displacement camp in Congo leaves dozens of families without shelter

A fire at a displacement camp in eastern Congo has destroyed around 50 makeshift tents, leaving dozens of families without shelter

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The death of Ardi Ndembo: was a fatal boxing fight preventable?

The father of two stepped into a ring in April for the last bout of his life. There are pressing questions about the events leading to his death

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Asylum-seekers looking for shelter set up encampment in Seattle suburb

Asylum-seekers mainly from Angola, Congo and Venezuela have set up an encampment in a Seattle suburb

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U.S. says Congo hasn't given it access to Americans detained over alleged roles in coup attempt

The U.S. Embassy in Congo says Congolese authorities have not shared details or provided access to the Americans who were arrested following a coup attempt last month

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Family of Utah man held in Congo coup attempt has no proof he's alive

A Utah family whose son has been implicated in a thwarted coup in Congo says they’re unsure if he's still alive

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DR Congo names new government after months of delay

The Democratic Republic of Congo unveiled a new government on Wednesday, ending more than five months of deadlock following President Felix Tshisekedi's re-election.

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Polish Man Released From Congo Prison On Espionage Charges

Polish man accused of espionage in Congo, Mariusz Majewski, released after intervention by Polish officials amidst heightened tensions in the region.

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Polish man sentenced to life in Congo on espionage charges has been released and returned to Europe

Poland's foreign minister says that Congo has released a Polish man who was sentenced to life in prison on espionage charges

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Family of American caught up in Congo failed coup says their son went to Africa on vacation

The family of an American caught up in a failed coup attempt in Congo says their son was in Africa on vacation with family friends and had not previously engaged in political activism

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Congo names third American in a foiled coup plot as mourners gather in Utah to remember plot leader

Congo’s army spokesman has released the name of the third American involved a foiled coup plot in Kinshasa

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Americans Involved In Foiled Congo Coup Led By Eccentric Figure

Failed coup in Congo involving Americans with criminal backgrounds and political connections.

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Congo national allegedly part of international drug racket arrested from Bengaluru

Ernakulam Rural Police arrest Congo national linked to drug trafficking, seized MDMA, and dismantled international drug racket.

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Congolese army says it has foiled a coup attempt. Self-exiled opposition figure threatens president

Congo’s army says it has foiled a coup attempt and arrested the perpetrators, including several foreigners

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