Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo Fans erupted in celebration after their DRC national team secured a historic place in the World Cup knockout stage with 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan; the Leopards will face England in the Round of 32, their first-ever appearance beyond the group stage
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The DRC has filed a case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice accusing it of breaching multiple international treaties, dispatching forces, backing armed groups, unlawful military operations on its territory following the 1994 genocide
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The Church is fighting deadly traditions and distrust, as Ebola spreads through conflict-hit eastern Congo; with health workers and aid agencies, the church is battling also displacement, weak healthcare systems, misinformation and deep public mistrust
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The 2026 edition of the Katanga Business Meeting has been held in Kolwezi; the event was dedicated to the challenges of industrialization, investment and local processing of mineral resources in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus first in Ituri province and now in Kinshasa - with cases in Uganda - has been declared by WHO a public health emergency of international concern PHEIC but currently not a pandemic emergency
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo Central Bank says about $8,5 billion out of 10 billion in cash imported into DRC in 2025 disappeared from the formal banking system, raising concerns over money laundering and illicit financial flows; authorities are planning tighter rules for 2027
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo A ban on divisionism and hate speech has been announced in areas under the control of the AFC/M23 rebel movement; The Governor of North Kivu province has cited growing concerns about ethnic and tribal messaging
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo Catholic bishops in DRC are warning against a proposal by President Tshisekedi to amend the Constitution; they argue that worsening security situation and rising political tensions are an unfavorable environment for constitutional revisions this year
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The Wiki Loves Folklore contest in DRC has concluded on 21 March 2026, a successful campaign in which communities captured and shared the country’s rich folklore, dances, costumes, music, legends, rituals with a global public
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo A key border post between DRC and Burundi reopened after over two months of closure triggered by an offensive by AFC/M23; the Kavimvira crossing, a vital trade route linking Uvira and Bujumbura, resumed operations as DRC regained control over the area
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo A landslide struck a large coltan mining site in eastern North Kivu causing the collapse of several mines; at least 200 people died in the accident at the Rubaya mines, reported province governor appointed by the M23 that control the area
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo Food prices have increased tenfold in Walikale market, as North Kivu is facing rampant inflation hitting households already weakened by the dramatic security crisis; local civil society raised the alarm as food staples like cassava have come unaffordable
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The DRC returned to the United Nations Security Council as a non-permanent member for the 2026-2027 term for the first time in over 35 years, hoping to keep the armed crisis in its eastern provinces high on the council's agenda