Hamukale hails Zambia’s beef exports to DRC

Agriculture Economist Edify Hamukale has commended the government for initiating beef exports to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), describing the move as a major step toward diversifying Zambia’s export portfolio and boosting agricultural...

Add Turkey to Financial Action Task Force Blacklist for Northern Cyprus Laundering

Conceived by the G7 at the end of the Cold War, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is the international body most engaged in setting standards to combat money laundering and terror finance, and counter proliferation finance. It assesses each...

Hope Grows for Ceasefire Agreement with M23 Rebel Group Active in Eastern DRC 

DRC (International Christian Concern) — The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo signed an early-stage agreement Tuesday with the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group, raising hopes for an eventual ceasefire. Talks between the warring...

AFDG via Butembo Acquisition Becomes First US Public Company in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

The Governments of the United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) co-hosted the U.S.–DRC Economic and Investment Forum in Washington, D.C. The two-day event convened senior officials from both governments, institutional...

Hydro-Links targets DRC’s industrial power deficit

Hydro-Link, an American energy giant, has taken a decisive step in bridging the power deficit between Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with a substantial $1.5 billion investment. Announced by Paul Hinks, Chairman and CEO of...

“A wonderful experience”: Pauline Sister in Angola on Maiden Participation in Frankfurt Book Fair 2025

Sr. Marlise hopes their presence at the book fair will strengthen the visibility of African Catholic literature on the global stage. “May God continue to give us the strength to bring the thoughts and voices of Angolan authors to the world. We...

Crisis in the DRC : the first agreement reached between the AFC-M23 and Kinshasa

SOS Médias Burundi Goma, October 14, 2025 — After several weeks of tense talks, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel movement reached a major milestone on Tuesday, October 14, in Doha, Qatar. The two delegations announced that...

New hope for hidden wildlife of the Democratic Republic of Congo

A pangolin, one species found in the newly-protected Maiko National Park. Image: Shutterstock By Victoria Heath A new co-management agreement between ICCN and Fauna & Flora is set to bolster protection for a national park in the Democratic...

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...

Midtown DRC gets first look at student tower plan for Cheetah property

Support local news in ATL Atlanta’s best morning newsletter Rough Draft is a clever, curated, and concise email to help you stay up-to-date. Key Points • Core Spaces wants to transform the Cheetah Lounge strip club property at 887 Spring Street in...

Joseph Kabila: Ex-DRC president sentenced to death seen in Nairobi, Kenyans react

The former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo was sentenced to death after he was found guilty of charges pressed against him Just days after this, Kabila was spotted in Kenya, where he held a meeting with opposition leaders from the...

Former DRC president rallies opposition in Kenya against DRC govt

Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila rallies the exiled opposition in Kenya, launching a movement to resist President Tshisekedi. Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has re-emerged in the political spotlight, convening a gathering 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....

Today in Africa — October 15, 2025: Kenya Mourns Raila Odinga, Madagascar’s Coup Leader Declares Himself President, UN Warns of Deep Hunger Crisis in Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, DRC

NEWS Hundreds of people took to the streets to pay tribute to Kenya's former Prime Minister and opposition leader, Raila Odinga, who passed away today, Wednesday, October 15, 2025. by Gerald Anderson/Anadolu via Getty Images Every day, OkayAfrica...

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...

Artificial pitch awaits Orlando Pirates in the DRC

Orlando Pirates will get their first real test in the CAF Champions League when they play Congolese side Saint Eloi Lupopo this Sunday. The Buccaneers travel to DR Congo to play St Lupopo at the Frédéric Kibassa Maliba Stadium in the first leg of...

WAFCON qualifiers | Ellis confirms 25-member squad for DRC

JOHANNESBURG - Banyana Banyana return to action later this month in their bid for a place in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Coach Desiree Ellis confirmed a squad of 25 players as Banyana forward Thembi Kgatlana returns to the fold. This...

Duchess Sophie Hears Harrowing Stories of Rape Survivors in Democratic Republic of Congo

Duchess Sophie is on a mission to support women who have been impacted by sexual violence in conflict, and this week, she headed on a secret four-day trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Duchess of Edinburgh, 60, has made the issue...

Diplomatic 'stir' in DRC after months of stagnation

15 october 2025 - 09:57:17 MA 394 Views Panafrican News Agency Kinshasa, DRC (PANA) - After the disappointment caused by the continuation of fighting in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), despite a ceasefire agreement concluded in...

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...