Thousands Affected by Torrential Rains in Kindu, DRC
7,278 households impacted by heavy rainfall in Kindu, with widespread damage reported
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Communities in Mambasa Urged to Protect Forests of Okapi Wildlife Reserve
The Reserve's officials have called on the local population to safeguard the forests to ensure the survival of the okapi, a rare and iconic animal in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Democratic Republic of Congo Concludes SENAC 2 with Fifteen Commitments for a Sovereign Carbon Market
The Democratic Republic of Congo concluded its second National Climate Week (SENAC 2) with fifteen commitments to establish a credible and transparent carbon market.
Ebola Response Efforts in Watsa, DRC, Require Additional Resources
Medical authorities in Watsa, DRC, are calling for more resources to combat the Ebola outbreak.
Tony Kanku Rejects Power-Sharing Deal in DRC
Tony Kanku, a top representative of the DRC president, has rejected a power-sharing deal, saying the national dialogue should focus on finding solutions to the country's crisis and promot...
Arbitrary Arrests and Repression of Youth in Kasumbalesa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Youth in Kasumbalesa, a border post with Zambia, are being arbitrarily arrested and repressed by a militia group masquerading as national police.
New Birth in Virunga National Park's Mapuwa Gorilla Family
A new gorilla birth has been recorded in the Mapuwa family within Virunga National Park, bringing the total number of births in 2026 to 19.
DR Congo's Public Administration Calls for Validating Salary Policy
DR Congo's public administration union demands government validation of salary policy
New Mountain Gorilla Born in Virunga National Park's Mapuwa Family
A new mountain gorilla has been born in the Mapuwa family within Virunga National Park, marking the 19th birth in the park this year.
Me Jean Claude Katende Accuses Tshisekedi of Undermining Congo's Constitution
Me Jean-Claude Katende criticizes President Felix Tshisekedi for statements that could undermine the Democratic Republic of Congo's constitution and the rule of law.
14th Congress of Kinshasa Medical Association Announced for November 9-13
The 14th congress of the Friends and Alumni of the Kinshasa University Medical Faculty (AFMED) will take place from November 9-13 in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Innovative Approach to Waste Management in Kinshasa
Joyce Kambele's Mazingira foundation aims to turn waste into a resource in Kinshasa