DRC.
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What's happening
Active this week
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The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is spreading to Uganda, with new cases reported in Ituri province.Well supported33 reports9 developments inside
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Involvement in the DRC war contributed to the economic collapse of Zimbabwe in 2010.Some support1 report
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Outbreak management and international monitoring efforts involving the United Nations and the Democratic Republic of Congo.Well supported27 reports23 developments inside
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Ebola virus strain is reported in both Uganda and DRC as of June 1, 2026.Well supported82 reports2 developments inside
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Ebola outbreak threatens regional security of the continent, prompting pledges of medical assistance and supplies from various entities.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Ebola outbreak forced the flight to seek refuge.Well supported357 reports27 developments inside
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Uganda closes its border with DRC and WHO monitors the Bundibugyo strain outbreak.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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Kinshasa is the capital of Congo, and Ituri is a province within the country.Well supported10 reports
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US sanctioned former DRC President Joseph Kabila for supporting rebel groups in South Kivu.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
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The administration is seeking facilities and international cooperation regarding Ebola preparedness for patients leaving the DRC.Well supported26 reports10 developments inside
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Doctors without Borders and the WHO addressed the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, declaring it a public health emergency.Well supported42 reports7 developments inside
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The UN Secretary-General reported on violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, linked to the conflict involving Rwanda-backed M23 groups.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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A conference was held in Mombasa, Kenya, on December 20, 2023, focusing on due diligence findings.Some support1 report
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Infrastructure development focuses on Kigoma as the gateway to the DRC, requiring integration between rail transport and lake systems.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Rwanda is accused of backing M23 rebel groups operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), amidst talks regarding resource exploitation.Well supported3 reports6 developments inside
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Rwanda is accused of using proxy forces, including AFC, to conduct aggression in the Democratic Republic of Congo.Some support3 reports
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is reported to be facing international system failures.Some support1 report
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A Phase II clinical trial is underway in the DRC, utilizing Kinshasa as a base, involving a professor and a company.Some support6 reports
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Doha hosted diplomatic talks aimed at resolving the conflict currently taking place in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).Some support2 reports
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Rwanda resumed diplomatic ties with Belgium after a major regional dispute, despite accusations of backing militias in eastern DRC.Well supported6 reports
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The central bank of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is seeking deeper continental economic integration.Some support1 report
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A collaboration between DRC and Trident Limited has been established under a 20-year Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement.Some support1 report
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Fertiliser cartels are stockpiling supplies in DRC and Kenya, frustrating the government supply chain in Malawi.Some support1 report
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The African Union, SADC, and Botswana co-host a high-level harmonization meeting to support regional efforts to restore peace in the DRC.Well supported5 reports
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Visa launched Visa Pay in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and partnered with Access Bank to expand its digital payment services.Some support1 report
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CNN reports from the epicenter in Bunia, the capital of Ituri Province, which is located in the DRC.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) involves the M23 armed group, which is allegedly backed by Rwanda. Separately, a bill regarding referendums is moving through the Senate and awaits the Constitutional Court's review.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
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A coalition involving the DRC announces self-defense measures in response to the ongoing conflict.Some support1 report
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Political unrest in the capital city of Kinshasa, involving the opposition alliance against the government policy.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Parliament proposes constitutional changes in the DRC, leading to protests and condemnation from the Catholic Church.Well supported12 reports
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The WHO chief monitors an epidemic in Ituri Province, the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo.Well supported9 reports4 developments inside
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Bushfires started in the territory of Kalehe, which is located along the North Kivu border within the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Some support1 report
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Talks regarding the security crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo were held in Bujumbura, hosted by Burundi, under the auspices of the African Union.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A new stand-alone DRC company, Copper Intelligence Inc., focused on copper, was established and is publicly traded in the US market.Some support2 reports
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M23 rebels are advancing in eastern DRC, capturing key cities like Goma and Bukavu, and establishing economic control through mineral smuggling to Rwanda.Some support9 reports
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Felix Tshisekedi seeks a third term in the DRC, with the Senate and National Assembly passing constitutional reform bills.Well supported5 reports
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Attacks are reported in Sudan, Haiti, DRC, Myanmar, Ethiopia, and Ukraine.Some support1 report
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Ivanhoe Mines operates in South Africa via the Platreef mine, and also operates in the ultra-high-grade Kipushi mine and the Kamoa-Kakula complex in the DRC.Some support2 reports
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Ebola cases have been confirmed in Kisangani city, DRC, leading to ongoing epidemic response efforts.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A monitoring mission has begun operations in the South Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.Some support1 report
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The Kivu conflict in eastern DRC involves actors like Laurent Nkunda and M23, with support from Rwanda and Uganda.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique are advancing regional infrastructure projects, including the Lion's Den-Kafue rail link and the Ponta Techobanine project.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Lobito Corridor is gaining international backing as DBSA adds funds to the financing package, with the EU also mobilizing support.Some support1 report
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DRC allegedly obtained identity documents fraudulently, with Hakainde Hichilema involved.Some support1 report
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South Kivu province is confirmed to be part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Some support1 report
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeing diplomatic developments, including a move of an embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, challenges to the African Union's peace plans, and an agreement to open a resident embassy in Kinshasa.Well supported7 reports
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A dialogue concerning the DRC was discussed by Babu with Channel Africa, drawing parallels to talks held in Sun City.Some support1 report
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Ebola outbreaks are occurring in Uganda and Zaire, prompting vaccine development efforts by CEPI and Oxford.Well supported9 reports5 developments inside
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A comparison stating that the health situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is worse than the situation in Baltimore.Some support1 report
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Health risks originating from the DRC are influencing entry policies for Canada and travel protocols for India.Some support1 report
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Advocates visited detention centers in Southern California, led by Richard Diaz on behalf of DRC.Some support1 report
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Multiple high-level diplomatic and political events occurred, including DRC negotiations, Oman-Iran talks, and a nuclear deal submission to Congress.Some support1 report
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A pollution spill occurred in Lubumbashi, DRC, originating from a mining company's retention pond.Some support1 report
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CFR reports on displacement in eastern DRC due to conflict and instability between DRC and Rwanda.Some support1 report
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Tanzania and the DRC are deepening strategic cooperation, focusing on economic links through mining and trade across the wider East African region.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Future infrastructure plans are underway to connect Tanzania to Burundi, leveraging Lake Tanganyika capacity and handling a large share of DRC cargo.Some support1 report
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Reuters reports on the health crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).Some support2 reports
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Kinshasa (DRC) and Angola reviewed their shared oil zone for resource extraction.Some support1 report
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A German director is reportedly working on issues related to the supply chain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Some support1 report
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Mauritanian and DRC nationals were deported to Eswatini under Trump's immigration policy, with US funding provided to Eswatini.Some support4 reports
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Around DRC this week
News at the entities that move DRC most-
World Health Organization OperationalThe UAE is providing support to ongoing efforts by the World Health Organization to contain the Ebola outbreak in Africa.Moves DRC
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Kinshasa StructuralA plane crashed on September 1, 2026, while traveling from Kikwit to Kinshasa. Al Jazeera reported the incident.Moves DRC
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Félix Tshisekedi StructuralFélix Tshisekedi leads the Democratic Republic of the Congo through political tensions and crises while facing opposition over constitutional term limits and calls for dialogue.Moves DRC
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Rwanda OperationalNSSF invests in regional equities and debt, focusing on financial markets across East and Central Africa.Moves DRC
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Control Data Corporation OperationalThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SECP) guides the digital initiative of Control Data Corporation (CDCPL), which operates within the Pakistani market. Sidhu chaired the relevant meeting.Moves DRC
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United Nations OperationalIndia adopted UN principles of official statistics on September 1, 2026.Moves DRC
Connections
The 40 strongest of 274, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Uganda Operational
The relationship is defined by active cross-border coordination and mutual influence during the spread and containment of infectious disease outbreaks.
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World Health Organization Operational
The WHO actively monitors, advises, and leads the international health response to outbreaks within the DRC.
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Kinshasa Structural
Kinshasa functions as the official political, administrative, and commercial capital city of the DRC.
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South Africa Operational
The relationship is characterized by active security cooperation, shared health challenges (mpox), and the management of cross-border flows of asylum seekers and refugees.
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Central Bank of Congo Structural
The Central Bank of Congo functions as the central banking institution for the country of the DRC.
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Félix Tshisekedi Structural
Félix Tshisekedi serves as the president, whose leadership and actions are central to the political functioning and stability of the DRC.
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Rwanda Operational
The relationship is defined by ongoing regional conflict, competition over resources, and accusations of Rwanda supporting M23 rebel groups operating in the DRC.
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Africa CDC actively partners with and operates within the DRC's health system to manage ongoing regional health crises, particularly the Ebola outbreak.
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Sultani Makenga Structural
Sultani Makenga holds the functional role of military chief within the operational structure of the DRC.
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Haut-Uele Structural
Haut-Uele is a province of the DRC, and the DRC exercises formal administrative and regulatory authority over it.
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AFC Operational
AFC is actively deployed and functioning as a proxy force within the operational territory of the DRC.
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Southern African Development Community Operational
SADC actively coordinates responses to security challenges, supports peace efforts, and monitors humanitarian issues in the DRC.
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constitutional court Structural
The Constitutional Court formally reviews and regulates the legislative and constitutional actions of the DRC.
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United Nations Security Council Structural
DRC maintains formal membership and rotating presidency within the UNSC, participating in initiatives and being subject to actions like sanctions.
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Control Data Corporation Operational
Control Data Corporation actively supports the DRC's response to the Ebola outbreak through screening and containment efforts.
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Kenya Operational
Kenya provides critical resources, including medical facilities and infrastructure, to manage the health and migration consequences of the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC.
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African Union Operational
The African Union actively mediates political crises and coordinates continental responses to health outbreaks within the DRC.
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Operational
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, leading the WHO, actively monitors and leads health crisis response efforts within the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Lobito Structural
DRC relies on the Lobito corridor and port infrastructure for the export and movement of its critical minerals.
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United Nations Operational
The UN actively monitors, intervenes, and responds to conflict, health crises, and human rights issues within the DRC.
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National Institute of Biomedical Research Structural
The institute is a state-run body formally established to perform national research and health functions for the country.
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Belgium Structural
The relationship is defined by Belgium's historical role as a colonial power that exploited and dominated DRC.
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Burundi Operational
DRC conflict drives refugee influx into Burundi, while the two nations share resources and engage in regional security coordination.
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Nigeria Operational
Nigeria and DRC maintain an operational relationship focused on diplomatic coordination, shared health concerns, and technical knowledge exchange.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Operational
Ramaphosa engages in diplomatic, security, and health cooperation with the DRC, including military withdrawal and vaccine support.
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Ministry of Communications Structural
The leader of the DRC utilizes the Ministry of Communications as the official body for reporting critical public health and outbreak data.
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senate Structural
DRC serves as a member of the Senate, participating in its core functions including bill passage and constitutional reform.
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Marco Rubio Operational
Marco Rubio actively addresses DRC crises and policy, while DRC's resources and situation influence his foreign policy focus.
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Doha Operational
Doha functions as the international hub hosting talks and diplomatic tracks focused on addressing the ongoing conflict and issues within the DRC.
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Julien Paluku Kahongya Structural
Julien Paluku Kahongya serves as the Foreign Trade Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Kalemie Shared context
Kalemie is a city located within the geographical and political borders of the DRC.
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Angola Operational
The nations maintain functional interdependence through the Lobito Corridor for resource extraction and transit to the Atlantic.
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Tanzania Operational
The two countries are actively deepening cooperation across security, health, and economic sectors.
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Zimbabwe Transactional
A's involvement in the DRC war contributed to Zimbabwe's economic collapse.
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Merck Transactional
Merck provided the Ervebo vaccine for use in a clinical trial conducted in the DRC.
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Malawi Operational
Malawi is facing health risks from the presence of specific strains of Ebola originating in the DRC.
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Kigali Operational
Kigali/Rwanda actively influences DRC through military operations and alleged support for rebel groups.
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parliament Structural
Parliament investigates issues linked to DRC deployment and proposes constitutional changes affecting the country's governance structure.
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University of Oxford Operational
Oxford is actively collaborating with entities in the DRC on vaccine development and research against Ebola strains.
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Dar es Salaam Structural
Dar es Salaam serves as the primary port handling over 60 percent of DRC's cargo.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
22 events- Involvement in the DRC war contributed to the economic collapse of Zimbabwe in 2010.
- A conference was held in Mombasa, Kenya, on December 20, 2023, focusing on due diligence findings.
- Rwanda is accused of using proxy forces, including AFC, to conduct aggression in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is reported to be facing international system failures.
- A Phase II clinical trial is underway in the DRC, utilizing Kinshasa as a base, involving a professor and a company.
- Doha hosted diplomatic talks aimed at resolving the conflict currently taking place in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
- Rwanda resumed diplomatic ties with Belgium after a major regional dispute, despite accusations of backing militias in eastern DRC.
- The central bank of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is seeking deeper continental economic integration.
- A collaboration between DRC and Trident Limited has been established under a 20-year Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement.
- Fertiliser cartels are stockpiling supplies in DRC and Kenya, frustrating the government supply chain in Malawi.
- Visa launched Visa Pay in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and partnered with Access Bank to expand its digital payment services.
- A coalition involving the DRC announces self-defense measures in response to the ongoing conflict.
- Parliament proposes constitutional changes in the DRC, leading to protests and condemnation from the Catholic Church.
- Bushfires started in the territory of Kalehe, which is located along the North Kivu border within the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- M23 rebels are advancing in eastern DRC, capturing key cities like Goma and Bukavu, and establishing economic control through mineral smuggling to Rwanda.
- Attacks are reported in Sudan, Haiti, DRC, Myanmar, Ethiopia, and Ukraine.
- Ivanhoe Mines operates in South Africa via the Platreef mine, and also operates in the ultra-high-grade Kipushi mine and the Kamoa-Kakula complex in the DRC.
- A monitoring mission has begun operations in the South Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- The Lobito Corridor is gaining international backing as DBSA adds funds to the financing package, with the EU also mobilizing support.
- DRC allegedly obtained identity documents fraudulently, with Hakainde Hichilema involved.
- South Kivu province is confirmed to be part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeing diplomatic developments, including a move of an embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, challenges to the African Union's peace plans, and an agreement to open a resident embassy in Kinshasa.
August 2026
14 events- The Kivu conflict in eastern DRC involves actors like Laurent Nkunda and M23, with support from Rwanda and Uganda.
- A dialogue concerning the DRC was discussed by Babu with Channel Africa, drawing parallels to talks held in Sun City.
- A comparison stating that the health situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is worse than the situation in Baltimore.
- Health risks originating from the DRC are influencing entry policies for Canada and travel protocols for India.
- Advocates visited detention centers in Southern California, led by Richard Diaz on behalf of DRC.
- Multiple high-level diplomatic and political events occurred, including DRC negotiations, Oman-Iran talks, and a nuclear deal submission to Congress.
- A pollution spill occurred in Lubumbashi, DRC, originating from a mining company's retention pond.
- CFR reports on displacement in eastern DRC due to conflict and instability between DRC and Rwanda.
- Tanzania and the DRC are deepening strategic cooperation, focusing on economic links through mining and trade across the wider East African region.
- Future infrastructure plans are underway to connect Tanzania to Burundi, leveraging Lake Tanganyika capacity and handling a large share of DRC cargo.
- Reuters reports on the health crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
- Kinshasa (DRC) and Angola reviewed their shared oil zone for resource extraction.
- A German director is reportedly working on issues related to the supply chain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Mauritanian and DRC nationals were deported to Eswatini under Trump's immigration policy, with US funding provided to Eswatini.
July 2026
6 events- US sanctioned former DRC President Joseph Kabila for supporting rebel groups in South Kivu.
- The UN Secretary-General reported on violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, linked to the conflict involving Rwanda-backed M23 groups.
- Infrastructure development focuses on Kigoma as the gateway to the DRC, requiring integration between rail transport and lake systems.
- The African Union, SADC, and Botswana co-host a high-level harmonization meeting to support regional efforts to restore peace in the DRC.
- Talks regarding the security crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo were held in Bujumbura, hosted by Burundi, under the auspices of the African Union.
- Ebola cases have been confirmed in Kisangani city, DRC, leading to ongoing epidemic response efforts.
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June 2026
18 events- The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is spreading to Uganda, with new cases reported in Ituri province.
- Outbreak management and international monitoring efforts involving the United Nations and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Ebola virus strain is reported in both Uganda and DRC as of June 1, 2026.
- Ebola outbreak threatens regional security of the continent, prompting pledges of medical assistance and supplies from various entities.
- Ebola outbreak forced the flight to seek refuge.
- Uganda closes its border with DRC and WHO monitors the Bundibugyo strain outbreak.
- Kinshasa is the capital of Congo, and Ituri is a province within the country.
- The administration is seeking facilities and international cooperation regarding Ebola preparedness for patients leaving the DRC.
- Doctors without Borders and the WHO addressed the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, declaring it a public health emergency.
- Rwanda is accused of backing M23 rebel groups operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), amidst talks regarding resource exploitation.
- CNN reports from the epicenter in Bunia, the capital of Ituri Province, which is located in the DRC.
- The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) involves the M23 armed group, which is allegedly backed by Rwanda. Separately, a bill regarding referendums is moving through the Senate and awaits the Constitutional Court's review.
- Political unrest in the capital city of Kinshasa, involving the opposition alliance against the government policy.
- The WHO chief monitors an epidemic in Ituri Province, the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- A new stand-alone DRC company, Copper Intelligence Inc., focused on copper, was established and is publicly traded in the US market.
- Felix Tshisekedi seeks a third term in the DRC, with the Senate and National Assembly passing constitutional reform bills.
- Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique are advancing regional infrastructure projects, including the Lion's Den-Kafue rail link and the Ponta Techobanine project.
- Ebola outbreaks are occurring in Uganda and Zaire, prompting vaccine development efforts by CEPI and Oxford.