Democratic Republic of Congo8 Jan 2026Algeria apologises after player mocks Congolese superfan dressed as pan-African heroMichel Nkuka Mboladinga stood motionless throughout DR Congo's Afcon matches in tribute to Patrice Lumumba.8 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Rare mountain gorilla twins born in Africa's oldest national parkTrackers in DR Congo's Virunga National Park spotted the babies being hugged by their mother on Saturday.7 Jan 202627 Dec 2025UK restricts DR Congo visas over migrant return policyThe Home Office says Kinshasa has failed to agree to measures allowing the return of illegal immigrants and foreign national offenders. 27 Dec 202523 Dec 2025Thousands fleeing DR Congo violence face 'dire conditions' in Burundi - aid agenciesThose particularly affected are children and pregnant women - some going without food for days.23 Dec 202518 Dec 2025Rebels start to withdraw from key DR Congo city, leaders sayDR Congo's government say the announced withdrawal is intended to distract the US mediation team.18 Dec 202516 Dec 2025Rebels say they will withdraw from key DR Congo city at US requestThe US accuses Rwanda of backing the rebel advance in breach of a deal brokered by President Trump.16 Dec 202516 Dec 2025French court sentences ex-DR Congo rebel and politician to 30 years in jailIn a landmark trial, Roger Lumbala faced accusations about atrocities committed during the Second Congo war.16 Dec 202513 Dec 2025Trump's 'historic' peace deal for DR Congo shattered after rebels seize key cityThe recent Washington Accord was hailed as "historic" by the US president but the fighting continues.13 Dec 202510 Dec 2025Rebels reportedly enter key DR Congo city despite Trump peace dealTerrified residents say heavy artillery and gunfire has hit Uvira, the gateway to Burundi.10 Dec 2025...
