NDLEA intercepts drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothes bound for the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Democratic...

ADITI LALBAHADUR: DRC war is warning to AfCFTA architects

The influx of displaced people, with the flight of banking and service sectors, has deepened Goma’s economic crisis, setting back development gains by years and eroding investor confidence throughout the entire Great Lakes region. Mineral-rich...

PREVIEW | Kaizer Chiefs to host Siwelele FC in midweek action

Kaizer Chiefs touched down in South Africa on Sunday afternoon following a three-day international outing in Lubumbashi in Democratic Republic of Congo. Free Spins, Flights, and Bets on Betway Amakhosi faced AS Simba in the first-leg of their CAF...

The 'wowo' women carrying DRC's border trade on their backs, despite the risks

Hundreds of women carry cross-border trade on their heads and backs every day at Kasumbalesa, the Democratic Republic of Congo's second-busiest border crossing into Zambia. Their work keeps supply chains moving, but they endure extortion and...

Orlando Pirates provide update on Relebohile Mofokeng’s injury

Orlando Pirates have given more details on Relebohile Mofokeng’s injury. The 20-year-old was injured earlier this month during a Betway Premiership against Siwelele. Having missed Bafana Bafana’s crucial FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe...

DRC–Africa Battery Metals Forum: A win for exhibitors

In Eastern Drc, Journalist Faces Knife Attack, Threats, Another Detained 3 Times

By Committee to Protect Journalists Kinshasa, October 6, 2025—The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to protect journalists, following a knife attack, robbery, and death threats against...

Chinese Mines Destroy Livelihoods and the Environment in Northeastern DRC

In the northeastern corner of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chinese mining companies are exploiting government corruption, driving local people from their land, and doing irreparable environmental damage in their pursuit of gold. Illegal...

2026 World Cup Playoffs: ‘We Can Still Qualify’ – Ikpeba Tells Super Eagles Ahead Of Gabon Clash

Former Super Eagles forward, Victor Ikpeba, has urged Nigeria’s senior men’s team to take full advantage of their second opportunity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that the playoffs present “a lifeline” that must not be wasted....

DRC’s Kwango Hit by Deadly Ebola Outbreak: 57 Cases, 35 Deaths

In the Democratic Republic of Congo’s southwestern province of Kwango, a fresh Ebola outbreak is spiraling out of control, claiming lives at an alarming 61% fatality rate. Health officials from the World Health Organization reported this week that...

Super Eagles must grab playoffs chance to qualify for 2026 World Cup – Ikpeba

Former international, Victor Ikpeba says it is important for the Super Eagles to grab the chance to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup through the playoffs. Eric Chelle’s side failed to secure automatic qualification to the mundial despite a...

DRC's Week 5 football players of the week, along with other standouts

Week 5 marked the start of district play for many Denton-area high school football teams and the continuation for two others. Ten of the 11 squads from across the Denton Record-Chronicle's coverage area were in action, and they went a combined 8-2...

Landlord wins 14-year-old tenant eviction case; Delhi High Court says “precise reason for personal use” not mandatory

A landlord filed a tenant eviction case on September 26, 2011 under Section 14(1)(e) of Delhi Rent Control Act. Back then, the homeowner (who is now a senior citizen) claimed that he needed the rented property to start his own business, and hence...

Morning Briefing: Oct. 21, 2025

ISTANBUL Here is a rundown of all the news you need to start your Tuesday, including Japan's premier election after resignation of Shigeru Ishiba and his Cabinet, US envoys meeting Israeli prime minister for Gaza ceasefire talks, US President...

Exporters breaching DRC cobalt quotas face permanent ban, warns Tshisekedi

Exporters who violate a new quota system on cobalt will be permanently banned from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, President Félix Tshisekedi has warned. The DRC is the world’s top producer of the metal, which is critical to the manufacture...

DRC Battery Metals Forum: Driving dialogue on critical minerals

Now in its third year, the DRC–Africa Battery Metals Forum [DBM] is fast becoming a key platform for shaping the future of Africa’s battery metals industry. For more on the DRC–Africa Battery Metals Forum, Join our WhatsApp Channel Originally...

Lagos: NDLEA intercepts drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs

Consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothes heading to the United States, United Kingdom, and Democratic Republic of Congo have been intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement...

Arsenal urged by fans to abandon Visit Rwanda renewal talks

Tuesday 21 October 2025 7:00 am | Updated: Monday 20 October 2025 3:56 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Visit Rwanda's deal sees it promoted on...

Kenfack's double-double helps Moanda stun hosts, New Gen

KINSHASA (DR Congo) – Moanda BB began their Road to BAL 2026 campaign on Sunday in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, with a determined 73-67 win over hosts ASB New Generation. Despite the crowd's overwhelming support for the Congolese team,...

South Kivu : Burundian soldiers prevent Banyamulenge from accessing the market in Bijombo

SOS Médias Burundi Bukavu, October 20, 2025 — Tensions are rising in the highlands of South Kivu. Last weekend, several residents of Minembwe, mainly from the Banyamulenge community, were turned back by Burundian soldiers while they were on their...