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Trump ‘doesn’t know’ what Congo is
The US president has nevertheless claimed that many migrants from the African country are among those entering the US.
Congo's capital Kinshasa faces crisis as flooding death toll rises to 33
The death toll from flooding that cut access to over half of the Congolese capital of Kinshasa has reached 33 as authorities race to evacuate and support hundreds of families trapped in their homes.
Transforming Kakuma: Refugees strive for self-sufficiency in Kenya
One of Africa’s most famous refugee camps could transform into a city. The Kakuma camp in a remote part of Kenya houses 300,000 refugees. Many rely on aid to survive, and some of them recently protested against shrinking rations. Now Kenya's government has redesignated Kakuma as a municipality.
What Freedom Can Africa Claim When the Congo Exists in Shackles?
Victoire Fikiri Gakuru argues that South Africa's response to the ongoing crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo is crucial for the future of African freedom and stability.
DRC Defence Minister visits South Africa to strengthen bilateral defence relations
Amid escalating conflict in the DRC, the Defence Minister's visit to South Africa aims to bolster strategic defence capabilities and strengthen bilateral relations, as tensions rise following recent military losses.
Ending the SADC mission in DRC: Committee calls for renewed diplomatic focus
Joint Standing Committee on Defence backs SADC's decision to end its mission in DRC, emphasising the need for diplomatic efforts to ensure peace and stability in the region.
Unidentified virus claims 53 lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo
At least 53 people have died from an unidentified virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the WHO confirming alarming trends among affected demographics.
Honouring our heroes: Ramaphosa declares week of mourning for fallen SANDF soldiers
In his ninth State of the Nation Address, President Ramaphosa pays tribute to 14 fallen SANDF soldiers, declaring a week of mourning and flying flags at half mast.
DA calls for cut back of military parade at SONA, citing soldiers' sacrifices in DRC
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Speaker of Parliament, Thoko Didiza, urging the immediate reduction of military parade arrangements for the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, February 6, arguing that it would be inappropriate spending money on a ceremonial fly-over, given that our soldiers in the DRC have limited resources.
Ramaphosa pays tribute to fallen soldiers, reaffirms peace commitment in DRC
President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to the 14 South African soldiers killed in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), highlighting their bravery in defending innocent lives amid one of Africa's most enduring conflicts
DRC President defies Rwanda as crisis escalates in mineral-rich east
Democratic Republic of Congo's President Tshisekedi launches aggressive military response against Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, while condemning global inaction as fighters seize strategic city of Goma. The escalating conflict threatens regional stability and has forced half a million people from their homes, sparking fears of a humanitarian catastrophe in Central Africa.
From Hope To Grief: SANDF’s Matome Justice Malesa dies before returning home for his birthday
Family of SANDF Soldier Matome Justice Malesa eagerly awaits his birthday return, only to face heartbreaking news of his death in the DRC.
South African troops in DRC: Ramaphosa clarifies peacekeeping role
President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the ongoing conflict in the DRC, asserting that the presence of South African troops is a peacekeeping mission, not an act of war, amidst rising casualties.