Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
'Minerals': Researcher explains U.S. interest in DRC-Rwanda truce
Africanews
·
June 28, 2025
The agreement signed between DRC and Rwanda has been touted by many as a major step towards ending years of war in Congo's east. The United States which brokered the deal got involved after Kinshasa proposed a minerals-for-security offer. But Dr....
Kinshasa: Youth Commit To Peace And The Fight Against Disinformation
MENAFN
·
June 23, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of the Congo, June 23, 2025/APO Group/ -- Around one hundred young people, including thirty-seven women from Kinshasa's four districts, took part on 14 June in a series of...
World : DR Congo, Rwanda Sign US-Brokered Peace Deal
Bernama
·
June 28, 2025
HAMILTON (Canada), June 28 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda signed a US-mediated peace agreement on Friday, aiming to end the deadly fighting in eastern Congo, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported....
Rwanda and the Congo sign US-brokered peace deal to end 21st century’s bloodiest conflict
Washington Examiner
·
June 28, 2025
The peace agreement, signed on Friday by Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe and Congolese Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, is intended to end fighting between Kinshasa and the Rwandan-backed insurgency in the eastern DRC, led...
Trump eyes mineral wealth as Rwanda and DRC sign controversial peace deal in US
The Guardian
·
June 27, 2025
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have signed a peace deal in Washington to end fighting in eastern DRC, although questions remain over what the agreement means and who stands to benefit – with Donald Trump using the occasion to...
Trump eyes mineral wealth as Rwanda and DRC sign controversial peace deal in US
The Guardian
·
June 27, 2025
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have signed a peace deal in Washington to end fighting in eastern DRC, although questions remain over what the agreement means and who stands to benefit – with Donald Trump using the occasion to...
Congo bishops denounce claim by political leader Church involved in conspiracy
Crux Now
·
June 19, 2025
YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Catholic bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are pushing back at allegations that they are complicit in a cynical plot to either oust President Felix Tshisekedi, or to physically eliminate him. During a June 9...
DR Congo: PFL stars, Juliet Ukah, Ceilei...
The Guardian Post
·
The historic event is set to take place on Saturday, July 19, at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town, South Africa. In prelude to the mega event, the two female Mix Martial Arts, MMA, talents, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, thrilled fans during...
A Giant Animal Puppet Stampede Stormed Through Manchester Last Night – Here’s Where You Can Catch Them Around Greater Manchester This Weekend
Secret Manchester
·
June 25, 2025
Credit: Emmeline Banks/Secret Manchester Manchester welcomed an extraordinary spectacle last night (3rd July) as a gigantic herd of life-sized puppet animals made its way through the city in the form of The Herds, and it continues on to other...
Several students are among 30 dead after a passenger boat sinks in Congo’s northwest, residents and local media say
Santa Maria Times - California
·
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Several students are among 30 dead after a passenger boat sinks in Congo’s northwest, residents and local media say. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast,...
PFL Africa: Ukah, Niedermayr Face-Off At Open Workout In Congo, Ahead Of Cape Town Event
New Telegraph
·
June 25, 2025
Share The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced an open workout ahead of the debut of the inaugural season of PFL Africa. The PFL Africa is set to take place on Saturday, July 19 at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town, South Africa....
La Prospérité Failed To Critique New Congo Opposition’s Pledges
Media Observer
·
June 23, 2025
The Democratic Republic of Congo is in a general state of flux. Battered by a buffet of challenges, including a long history of weak central governments, wanton poverty amidst plenty, and attacks from various rebel groups – especially in the...
Juliet Ukah, Ceileigh Niedermayr face off in Kinshasa ahead of historic PFL Africa debut
Premium Times
·
June 25, 2025
Excitement is building across the continent as the Professional Fighters League (PFL) prepares to kick off its inaugural PFL Africa season with a landmark event in Cape Town. Ahead of the historic night, two of Africa’s standout MMA athletes,...
PFL Africa Stars Ukah, Nedermayr Face Off At Open Workout In Kinshasa Ahead Historic Capetown Event
Leadership
·
June 25, 2025
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) held an open workout ahead of the debut of the inaugural season of PFL Africa, which is set to take place on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town, South Africa. The workout...
PFL Africa Stars Ukah, Niedermayr Face-off at Open Workout in Kinshasa, Congo
This Day
·
June 25, 2025
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) held an open workout ahead of the debut of the inaugural season of PFL Africa, which is set to take place on Saturday, July 19th at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town, South Africa. The open workout took...
Congo’s justice minister resigns following allegations of embezzling $19 million
WTOP - District Columbia
·
June 18, 2025
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Congo ‘s Minister of Justice Constant Mutamba announced his resignation on Wednesday following an investigation into… KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Congo ‘s Minister of Justice Constant Mutamba announced his resignation on...
Kabila’s Return to the DRC: Africa File Special Edition
Critical Threats - Washington D.C.
·
To receive the weekly Africa File or tri-weekly Congo War Security Review via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on X, LinkedIn, and BlueSky. Key Takeaway: Former Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) President Joseph Kabila has reentered...
Congo flood death toll hits 77
Nagaland Post
·
June 16, 2025
Authorities in Congo said the death toll following devastating floods and separate boat accidents has reached 77, with more than 100 people missing. A total of 48 bodies have been recovered in the northwestern Equateur province where three boats...
Congo death toll hits 77 after extreme weather brings floods, 107 remain missing
ABC News - New York
·
June 16, 2025
KINSHASA, Congo -- Authorities in Congo said the death toll following devastating floods and separate boat accidents has reached 77, with more than 100 people missing. A total of 48 bodies have been recovered in the northwestern Equateur province...
Congo death toll hits 77 after extreme weather brings floods and sinks boats, 107 remain missing
North Shore News
·
June 16, 2025
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Authorities in Congo said the death toll following devastating floods and separate boat accidents has reached 77, with more than 100 people missing. KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Authorities in Congo said the death toll following...