DRC soldiers, militiamen clash in deadly weekend violence
The death toll is at least 42, including soldiers, militia fighters, and a civilian.
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IMF approves final disbursement for Congo’s loan program
Further collaboration hinges on transparency in military expenditures and public recording of Sicomines mining project finances.
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Pope calls for action to end violence in eastern DRC
Pope Francis condemns the recent surge of violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, urging national and international authorities to take action to protect civilians.
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DRC fire hits displaced after decades of war
A fire at a displacement camp in eastern Congo, following deadly bombings in May, has left families struggling for shelter.
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New evidence links Apple to conflict minerals in DRC
Whistleblower claims and escalating violence raise questions about Apple’s supply chain ethics.
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DRC demands Apple answer for allegedly using tainted minerals
The Democratic Republic of Congo suspects Apple’s supply chain may contain conflict minerals sourced from their war-torn eastern region and is demanding more information.
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Dozens killed in DRC rebel attack on village near Uganda border
Rebels linked to the Islamic State group launch a deadly attack in eastern Congo, killing at least a dozen civilians and setting a hospital on fire.
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Attack on Ituri gold mine leaves one Chinese worker dead
An attack by unidentified gunmen on a gold mine in Ituri, Democratic Republic of Congo, left one Chinese national dead and another injured.
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DRC court mulls 20-year sentence for reporter
Stanis Bujakera, a journalist in the DRC, is on trial for reporting on the alleged involvement of military intelligence in a politician’s murder.
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