President Joseph Kabila

Democratic Republic of Congo faces a troubled, long-delayed election

The country faces what could be its first peaceful, democratic transfer of power as President Joseph Kabila, who took office in 2001, steps aside.

Several killed in growing violence in Congo

DRC security forces kill at least 14 members of separatist group Bundu dia Kongo as protests against the government of President Joseph Kabila continue.

UN begins investigation of atrocities in DRC

UN rights chief Zeid Ra'ad al Hussein says a militia linked to the government has committed a string of ethnically-motivated attacks in recent months, including cutting off toddlers' limbs and stabbing pregnant women.