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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
A renewed insurgency by Rwandan-backed M23 rebels threatens the stability of DR Congo.
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Tensions grow between DRC and Rwanda as rebels gain ground
M23 rebels have made gains in eastern DRC, raising fears of a further deterioration of security.
Congo expels Rwandan envoy after M23 rebel gains
The expulsion of Rwandan Ambassador Vincent Karega came on a day when M23 rebels doubled the territory they control.
DRC: Investigating the human cost of 'conflict gold'
A DW journalist has been given unprecedented access to rebel-controlled gold mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Revolutionary martyrs: Thomas Sankara and Patrice Lumumba
African Roots profiles two of Africa's young revolutionaries who gave their feldgling nations hope.
East Africa vigilant as Uganda locks down Ebola epicenter
Authorities in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda are working to keep Ebola out after the virus claimed 19 lives in Uganda.
Retired NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo battles brain cancer
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, one of the best defenders in league history, is being treated for a brain tumor.
Miners reveal brutal reality of Congo's gold
Miners in eastern Congo speak with DW about digging for gold in mines controlled by a powerful armed group.
Low emissions, high consequences
The climate crisis in Africa: cultural shifts in Kenya, mental health in South Africa & perilous peatlands in the DRC.
Congo crisis in focus at UN General Assembly
The UN admits that it can't defeat the M23 in eastern Congo.
Using ashes to paint Congo's history
Twins Cikuru and Cito Cirimwami are painting the history of their country with ashes, sand, ribbons and garbage.
WHO recommends new Ebola treatments
The World Health Organization has recommended two drugs against Ebola that studies show significantly reduce mortality.
Congo crisis highlights UN's shortcomings
George Okachi
The crisis in Congo shows that the United Nations must change its approach to peace missions in Africa's hot spots.
Blinken's delicate mediation between Rwanda, Congo
The US top envoy's visit to Africa didn't achieve much in improving relations between Rwanda and Congo.
Drilling in the name of: Fossil fuels & 'green' tech
In the Congo, new oil and gas permits are being offered up in endangered gorilla habitats and giant tropical peatlands to finance forest protection and reduce poverty. Meanwhile in Zambia, mining for EV batteries has citizens concerned about the price they'll pay for the world's renewable revolution. And, underwater, the secret race to buy the ocean floor.
DR Congo wants to kick out UN spokesman after protests
Deadly anti-UN protests in the country have caused the Congolese to reexamine their relationship with the blue helmets.
Fighting Spirits: Kimpa Vita and Kinjeketile
Kimpa Vita re-imagined Catholicism for the Kongo people. In East Africa, prophet Kinjeketile fought German imperialism.
DR Congo: 2 dead as UN peacekeepers open fire
It comes after heightened tensions following the death of several people in anti-UN protests.
DR Congo clashes kill 15 protesters and UN peacekeepers
Anti-UN protests in the eastern cities of Goma and Butembo turned violent, with deaths reported in both cities.
How old is too old to work?
Despite reaching retirement age, work never stops in the DRC. And Japan prepares for its 'platinum society'.
M23 rejects ceasefire deal signed between Congo and Rwanda
The rebel group called the deal reached between DRC and Rwanda "irrelevant" amid new clashes with Congo’s military.
Congo finally buries independence hero Lumumba
A single tooth, all the remains of the country's first prime minister, was interred in a somber ceremony.
Rwanda hosts Commonwealth summit
There's controversy around the CHOGM summit over security and human rights concerns in the country.
Belgium returns Lumumba remains to family
A gold tooth is all that's left of Congolese independence leader Patrice Lumumba, who was murdered in 1961.
Belgium return remains of assassinated Congo leader
Patrice Lumumba's remains are heading home. The repatriation comes as Belgium seeks to confront its dark colonial past.
DRC, Rwanda trade blame over border clash
A Congolese soldier died in a skirmish with Rwandan forces on the troubled border betwen the two countries.
Kenyan president calls for peacekeeping force in DR Congo
Kenya's president said the East African Regional Force will deploy in three provinces in DR Congo to "enforce peace."
DR Congo accuses Rwanda of 'invasion' as rebels attack town
Rebels from the M23 group in DR Congo seized the border town of Bunagana, according to local activists.
DR Congo: Belgian king meets Congolese veteran
Belgium's King Philippe said the colonial rule was "unjustifiable, marked by paternalism, discrimination, and racism."
My City Goma
Slam artist Ben Kamuntu introduces his Congolese hometown, Goma. Though surrounded by conflict zones, Goma is resilient.
Belgium's king arrives in DR Congo
The six-day trip has been billed as a chance for reconciliation between the two countries.
Africa home to the world's top 10 neglected crises
The world's most ignored displacement crises are in Africa, according to the Norwegian Refugee Council.
Why do tensions between DR Congo and Rwanda persist?
The atmosphere between Kinshasa and Kigali is explosive, with the two sides trading blame once more over brutal rebels.
AU chief 'gravely concerned' by Rwanda-DRC tension
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda traded accusations over fresh violence by rebel groups in eastern Congo.
DR Congo suspends flights from Rwanda
RwandAir flights to the Democratic Republic of Congo have been cut over Kigali's alleged support for the M23 rebels.
Congolese flee to Uganda amid M23 clashes
For two months, DRC civilians have been fleeing back and forth to escape conflict.
Rwanda accuses Congo of shelling its territory
Rwanda has said the Congolese military shelled Musanze district in the country's north, wounding several civilians.
Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine
On Eco Africa: Greenhouses to ensure food production in Mogadishu and e-buses to reduce carbon emissions in Nairobi.
Ensuring sea turtles' reproduction
Eco-guards are doing all they can to preserve sea turtle’s population on the Democratic Republic of Congo’s coast.
World in Progress: How old is too old to work?
Despite reaching retirement age, work never stops in the DRC. And Japan prepares for its 'platinum society'.
World in Progress: DRC's problem with pensions
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, many civil servants are well past 70. Why are they not getting their pensions?
Few optimistic about DRC peace talks in Kenya
As Congolese rebel groups conclude a first round of talks in Nairobi, there is no real belief that fighting will cease.
New Ebola case confirmed in Congo
A new case of Ebola has been reported by authorities in Congo , just four months after the end of the last outbreak.
Mercenary armies in Africa
More African countries are turning to foreign security companies to protect leaders or deploy them in conflict zones.
Why Africa is home to the world's 'worst airports'
Airlines are going through turbulent times flying to Liberia and other African countries.
M23 rebels resurface in DR Congo
After fighting between M23 rebels and Congolese soldiers, tens of thousands have fled to Uganda.
Congo: Deadly violence in a national park
The Batwa are rebuilding their destroyed village in the park.
Eight UN peacekeepers killed as helicopter goes down in DRC
A Pakistani helicopter deployed as part of the UN's peacekeeping mission in the DRC has crashed.
The long agony of applying for a passport in Africa
It can take months to get a new passport in many African countries — often because there aren't enough blank books.
The high price of truth: Africa's whistleblowers
In Africa , whistleblowers face dismissal, violence and murder. Extensive legislation seldom offers real protection.
Freight train derails in DR Congo, scores killed
A freight train traveling in southeastern DR Congo came off the rails, leaving at least 60 passengers dead.
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