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Is Kabila's death sentence a threat to stability in DRC?
The death sentence handed down to former President Joseph Kabila has raised serious concerns about the Democratic Republic of Congo's overall stability. On Tuesday, a military court in the DRC convicted Kabila in absentia of treason and war crimes...

DRC Ceasefire Collapse; Turkish Troops to Niger; El Fasher on the Brink: Africa File, September 25, 2025
To receive the weekly Africa File or triweekly Congo War Security Review via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on X, LinkedIn, and BlueSky. Key Takeaways: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Rwandan-backed M23 rebels are conducting at...
UK Public Health Assistant Arrested In Lagos with Tramadol Concealed In Frozen Snails
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothes destined for the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Democratic...

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...
Avanti names new CEO, aims to raise $15 million for DRC project
Avanti Gold Corp. [AGC-CSE, X370-FSE], has strengthened its leadership team and announced plans to raise $15 million from a private placement offering. Proceeds are earmarked for the company’s Misisi Project located in the Democratic Republic of...

NDLEA Intercepts Illicit Drugs Hidden In Frozen Snails, Electrical Bulbs
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 Republic of Congo....

Kenyan Meat Processor QMP expands into Gulf, DRC
Kenya’s Quality Meat Packers (QMP), a privately owned, fully integrated meat firm has taken a significant step into international markets with the launch of new processed Halal meat products in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the...

Namib Minerals Eyes Rapid Expansion in Zimbabwe to Ride Bullion Rally and Boost DRC Assets
Nasdaq-listed Namib Minerals is moving swiftly to raise capital as part of an aggressive expansion strategy for its gold mining operations in Zimbabwe. The company aims to capitalise on strong bullion prices while simultaneously laying the...

Former DRC President Joseph Kabila sentenced to death, ordered to pay US$50 billion
KINSHASA-(MaraviPost)-Former President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Joseph Kabila, has been sentenced to death and ordered to pay US$30 billion in damages. He is said to be living in exile in South Africa. Kabila, who served as president...
UK-based public health assistant arrested for trafficking hard drugs as NDLEA intercept drugs concealed in Electric bulbs, car compartments
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...

Joseph Kabila: Former DRC president sentenced to death over war crimes
Joseph Kabila now faces a death sentence after a military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) convicted him of treason and crimes against humanity Kabila is the DRC's fourth president; he served between 2001 and 2019, with his tenure...

Former DRC President Joseph Kabila Sentenced to Death, Ordered to Pay $50 Billion in Damages
Published on October 1, 2025 at 8:13 AM by Evance Kapito 132 words • approx. 1 min read A military tribunal in Kinshasa has sentenced former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila to death in absentia, also ordering him to pay US $50...

NDLEA intercepts illicit drug consignments in frozen snails, electrical bulbs
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, said its operatives have intercepted consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs and female clothes heading to the United States, United Kingdom and Democratic...

Kenya shines at the Africa Zone 3 Boxing Championships, nine boxers advance to finals
Audio By Vocalize Kenya’s boxing team continued their strong run on day three of the Africa Zone 3 Boxing Championships, delivering commanding performances that further cement their status as one of the tournament’s top contenders. The intense...

Former DRC president Kabila sentenced to death, fined $33 million
A High Military Court in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has sentenced former president Joseph Kabila to death in absentia after he reportedly pleaded guilty to more than 120 charges, including war crimes, rape, murder, treason, conspiracy,...

DRC promotes agenda as a UNSC member
Tshisekedi thanked the member States for the trust and solidarity expressed in allowing him to join that body for the 2026-2027 term, and said the DRC’s participation will be “resolutely constructive and comprehensive.” The president pointed out...

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....

Ex-president Joseph Kabila sentenced to death for treason in DRC court
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Former DRC president Kabila sentenced to death by military court
Former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Joseph Kabila (2001-2019), in Goma, May 29, 2025. JOSPIN MWISHA / AFP It is not every day that a country puts one of its former presidents on trial. The case against the former leader of the...

Ex-DRC president Kabila sentenced to death
Former DRC President Joseph Kabila returned to DR Congo in May after a period of self-imposed exile./SCREENGRAB Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has been sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes and treason. The...