Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo The East African Community (EAC) Council of Ministers has approved the country's admission to the regional bloc, after its application to become a member was pursued in 2019
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