Democratic Republic Of Congo

At least 145 people feared dead in DRC boat tragedy

Boat carrying 200 passengers was travelling to neighbouring Republic of Congo when it sank in Lulonga River overnight on Tuesday, leaving 145 people unaccounted for — presumed dead now — officials say, adding 55 people survived disaster.

M23 rebels hand key army base in eastern DRC to regional force

Taken over by Tutsi-led M23 rebels two months ago, Rumangabo base in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo will be overseen by Kenyan forces deployed by regional bloc East African Community.

Floods kill at least 120 in DRC capital Kinshasa

Worst floods in years batter Democratic Republic of Congo's main city following an all-night downpour, with government announcing three days of national mourning.

Congolese refugees slam global community for its silence over atrocities

Refugees call on UN, African Union to stop atrocities committed by armed groups in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

M23 rebels killed dozens of civilians in DRC late last month – UN

A preliminary investigation into November 29-30 massacres in the villages of Kishishe and Bambo found the killings were carried out in retaliation for clashes between M23 and rival armed groups.

Thousands of DRC churchgoers join marches against violence in east

Peace marches organised by the Catholic Church took place across the Democratic Republic of Congo to protest violence in the country's east, days after an alleged massacre of civilians.

M23 rebels resume fighting in eastern DRC despite truce

The rebels had said the ceasefire didn't "concern" them as the deal was struck with Rwanda, not M23.

Hundreds protest in Goma against DRC ceasefire agreement

African leaders declare a ceasefire and say the M23 rebels must withdraw from occupied territory or face intervention, but protesters say the deal does not tackle Rwanda's alleged backing of the group.

Ceasefire in eastern DRC to begin from Friday

M23 rebel group must withdraw from its occupied territories in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo or face intervention by regional forces, leaders of five African countries warn.

DRC peace talks: Can they end violence and resolve the humanitarian crisis?

Fresh talks are taking place in the backdrop of heavy fighting between M23 rebels and government forces, which have led to unprecedented civilian displacement in the region.

Rwandan troops kill 'soldier' on DRC border amid heightened tensions

Congolese officials say the identity of the dead man who crossed the border was not known, but that no Congolese soldier on duty in the area had been reported missing.

DRC sends tanks, fighter jets against advancing M23 rebels

Warplanes of Democratic Republic of Congo hit rebel positions in Kibumbaby town of eastern North Kivu province, as rebels push closer toward main Goma city, locals and officials say.