DR Congo

DR Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in 1,707 deaths since May. The WHO is accelerating vaccine trials for the Bundibugyo strain as cases rise in Ituri.

Nigeria, DR Congo, and other African nations spend millions on Washington-based lobbying groups with connections to President Trump, achieving favorable outcomes. These efforts highlight the influence of U.S. lobbying in shaping political and economic relations with African leaders.

Ghana's parliament has introduced a law imposing up to 20 years in jail for the sale or repurposing of land used to grow cocoa, the country's most important crop. DR Congo is set to open its largest Ebola treatment facility, and a Rwandan movie is boosting the country's cinema scene.

A DR Congo official confirmed oil pollution findings, and the Hydrocarbons Ministry expects a full audit of an oil company by late September.

DR Congo has been secretly exporting uranium to China for over two decades, despite a ban on commercial uranium exports, according to an investigation by Lighthouse Reports. The uranium, a by-product of cobalt mining in the Shinkolobwe region, was historically used in US nuclear weapons during WWII. Between 2000 and 2024, 2,000 to 5,000 tonnes of uranium were reportedly exported to China.

The Ebola virus in DR Congo has exceeded 3,600 cases with 1,587 deaths, spreading across five provinces including Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uélé, and Tshopo, impacting 49 health zones.

DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surpassed 3,500 cases, making it the world’s second-largest ever and overtaking the country’s deadliest epidemic. The Bundibugyo strain causing the outbreak has no approved vaccine or treatment.

DR Congo has recorded 3,200 Ebola cases and 1,405 deaths as the outbreak worsens. The report indicates 571 patients have recovered, while 773 remain in isolation and under medical supervision.

Uganda hired two Washington, DC lobbying firms, Moran Global Strategies and Skyline Capitol, to address criticism of its human rights record and advocate for lifting Ebola-related travel restrictions. The move follows concerns from U.S. lawmakers about the influence of Chief of Defense Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Yoweri Museveni, who faces accusations of repressing opposition and media. Uganda also seeks to distance itself from the DR Congo in global Ebola travel policies.

DR Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in over 1,400 deaths with 3,200 confirmed infections and a nearly 50% fatality rate. Vaccine trials against the rare Bundibugyo strain are underway.

Ed Hunt, a 37-year-old from the UK, became the first person to receive an experimental vaccine for Ebola after seeing news reports about the outbreak in DR Congo.

Africa is exploring sustainability bonds to fund mining-related infrastructure and community programs in DR Congo, aiming to broaden economic benefits. Two deals, each over $100 million, focus on electricity networks and artisanal mining professionalization in copper-cobalt and gold-producing regions.

Rwanda welcomed 529 citizens returning voluntarily from DR Congo on July 22 as part of an ongoing repatriation exercise. The returnees were received as the voluntary repatriation process continues.

DR Congo's government is considering changes to its mining laws, which aim to increase state control over strategic minerals, prompting concerns from investors about regulatory uncertainty and potential deterrence of investment. Mining companies have warned that repeated shifts in regulations could harm long-term planning and attractability.

DR Congo's finance minister ordered the removal of seals on Glencore's Kamoto Copper Company offices amid a multibillion-dollar tax dispute. President Félix Tshisekedi emphasized avoiding heavy-handed measures to protect investor confidence, while the government and Glencore continue negotiations. The tax authority claims Glencore owes billions, which the company disputes.

Toronto has the worst air quality on earth due to wildfire smoke, surpassing Kinshasa, DR Congo, and New Delhi, India. The Monitor organization reported this ranking.

Africa CDC reports improved laboratory capacity for Ebola testing in DR Congo, with over 2,000 tests now conducted daily. However, the organization warns the outbreak is outpacing the response efforts in the region.

DR Congo’s C64 opposition postponed nationwide protests to July 22 after AU chair Évariste Ndayishimiye offered to mediate the referendum standoff.

Tensions are rising in DR Congo over plans to introduce a new constitution. The opposition accuses President Tshisekedi of using it to seek a third term but has postponed planned protests following an AU mediation offer.

At least 20 people drowned when a boat carrying students after exams sank in DR Congo. Witnesses reported the boat may have been carrying over 200 passengers.

DR Congo is constructing its first deep-water port at Banana, which could significantly impact trade for the country, a major mineral producer. The project is highlighted as a potential gateway for enhanced trade routes.

More than 400 people have died in DR Congo's Ebola outbreak, with the virus now spreading beyond its original hotspot as a new case was detected nearly 600 kilometers away. The UN reports a human rights catastrophe unfolding in Sudan around the besieged city of al-Obeid.

DR Congo plans to launch its first stock exchange, listing securities in both the local currency and US dollars to attract investment in its mineral resources. The country, the world’s largest cobalt producer, aims to leverage its $24 trillion in mining sector value through partnerships with the US and UAE.

The Danish Refugee Council warned that the latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is worsening an already strained humanitarian situation. The NGO emphasized that responding to the health emergency should not divert resources from existing aid efforts, as Secretary-General Charlotte Slente highlighted a pre-existing funding crisis now at risk of being redirected to Ebola response.

DR Congo's World Cup campaign ended after a 2-1 loss to England on July 1, despite leading 1-0 at halftime. Fans remain proud as it was the team's first World Cup appearance in decades. Harry Kane's two goals in the second half secured England's victory.

The DR Congo economy is projected to become Africa's eighth-largest in 2026, surpassing Ghana due to a boom in cobalt and copper production.

Belgium's Matongé district, a hub for the Congolese diaspora, celebrated the DR Congo vs. England match, with supporters viewing the team's strong performance as a victory despite a narrow defeat. The match, the biggest for DR Congo since 1974, highlighted the historical and cultural ties between Belgium and DR Congo, shaped by colonial rule. Congolese fans in Brussels outnumbered and out-enthusiased English supporters.

The UN warned that the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could cost $3.6 billion and hundreds of thousands of jobs, with the Bundibugyo strain—lacking a vaccine or treatment—having infected 1,300 people and killed over 300 in DR Congo since May 15. The outbreak risks spreading to Rwanda and Angola, compounded by dwindling medical supplies and vaccine delays.

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DR Congo's Minister of Communication Patrick Muyaya accused Rwanda of lacking political will to implement the 2025 US-brokered peace deal and urged stronger international pressure on Rwanda. Muyaya called for the United States to apply more tools to pressure Kigali.

The US-brokered peace deal between DR Congo and Rwanda turns one, but stalled troop withdrawals and M23 talks keep eastern Congo on edge.

DR Congo has confirmed 1,307 Ebola cases, including 377 deaths. The outbreak has spread to a fourth province, Haut-Uele, which borders South Sudan and the Central African Republic (CAR).

War crime convictions in DR Congo for the murders of UN experts were reported, with Human Rights Watch urging further investigation of the chain of command and calling for the abolition of the death penalty.

Nigeria discovered high-grade copper, lithium, rare earth minerals, gold, and nickel in Kaduna state. The government aims to attract foreign investment to diversify its oil-dependent economy and join African mining leaders like DR Congo and South Africa.

The FDLR has sustained its operations in DR Congo through income from agriculture, mining, taxation, timber, charcoal, and wildlife trafficking, as well as support from Kinshasa, according to a former militia member.

The DR Congo has requested Belgium to return over 500 colonial-era human remains, expanding Africa's movement to reclaim looted artifacts and remains. The demand is part of a broader push for restitution linked to colonial history.

More than a month into the DR Congo Ebola outbreak, doctors warn the epidemic will persist. France confirmed its first case, while successful treatments in Mongbwalu, the outbreak's epicenter, have emerged. Health professionals remain concerned about ongoing case progression.

The US will supply an experimental Ebola drug, MBP134, to DR Congo for clinical trials. The WHO will also test Remdesivir, a COVID-19 treatment, on Ebola patients, as scientists race to develop vaccines for the new Bundibugyo strain. Disagreements over pathogen sharing have delayed lab testing for treatments and vaccines.

The DR Congo has ordered its first Earth-observation satellite, RDC-SAT, to monitor forests, mines, and rivers from space. This marks the country's initiative to use satellite technology for environmental and resource management.

DR Congo raised $1.25 billion through its first-ever Eurobond, a dual-tranche deal, as part of a Sub-Saharan Africa trend returning to international debt markets in 2026.