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The UK is imposing visa restrictions on the Democratic Republic of Congo due to its government's failure to cooperate with the UK's migrant return policies, following similar measures against Angola and Namibia, as part of broader asylum reforms.
Thousands of refugees fleeing violence in eastern DR Congo face severe conditions in Burundi, with limited access to essentials and rising health risks, amid ongoing conflict and territorial gains by M23 rebels, prompting urgent aid efforts.
M23 rebels in DR Congo claim to be withdrawing from Uvira following US pressure and a peace deal, but the government remains skeptical and calls for verification amid ongoing conflict and displacement.
Rebel forces in eastern DR Congo have announced they will withdraw from Uvira city at the request of the US, as part of efforts to support a peace process and reduce conflict in the region, which is rich in valuable minerals and has experienced decades of instability.
Rebels in a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo are planning to withdraw under pressure from former US President Donald Trump, highlighting ongoing conflict and international influence in the region.
A French court sentenced former DR Congo rebel leader Roger Lumbala to 30 years in prison for crimes against humanity committed during the Second Congo War, marking a significant milestone in accountability for atrocities committed decades ago.
The capture of Uvira in eastern DR Congo by Rwandan and M23 forces has led to severe humanitarian and human rights crises, with widespread violence, civilian casualties, and displacement, amid ongoing conflict and international concern over violations and lack of aid access.
Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila was sentenced to death in absentia for supporting the M23 rebel group and committing war crimes, including murder and sexual assault, though he denies the charges and is currently in exile.
The CDC has issued a health advisory for a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, with 37 confirmed cases and 19 deaths. While the disease is highly fatal and spreads through contact with infected bodily fluids, the risk to the US remains low. Preventive measures include avoiding contact with ill individuals and contaminated materials, and travelers are advised to monitor symptoms for 21 days after leaving the affected area. Vaccines and treatments are available, but access is limited, emphasizing the importance of early detection and containment.
A new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Kasai province has resulted in 15 deaths, including four health workers, with 28 suspected cases. The outbreak involves the Zaire strain, and authorities are implementing preventive measures and utilizing a stockpile of vaccines to contain the spread. This is the 16th Ebola outbreak in the country, which has a history of deadly epidemics.
Human Rights Watch reports that M23 rebels in DR Congo killed at least 140 civilians in July, despite ongoing peace efforts, with evidence of summary executions and support from Rwandan forces, highlighting ongoing violence and stalled peace negotiations.
In July, Rwandan-backed M23 rebels killed at least 319 civilians in eastern DR Congo, despite a recent ceasefire, highlighting ongoing violence and a complex peace process involving multiple agreements and international efforts.
Dozens of people, including worshippers and civilians, were killed in an attack by IS-linked ADF rebels in Komanda, DR Congo, with reports of looting, fires, and kidnappings, highlighting ongoing violence despite military efforts.
The Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels have signed a ceasefire agreement in Qatar, aiming to end ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo, with a roadmap for a permanent peace deal and regional stability, despite previous failed attempts and ongoing tensions.
The BBC gained rare access to a mine controlled by M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo, where thousands work digging coltan, a vital mineral for mobile phones, amidst ongoing conflict and regional tensions involving Rwanda. The site symbolizes both the region's wealth and its instability, with hopes for peace and investment amid complex political and ethnic issues.