DR Congo
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View Timeline →WHO Reports Mixed Progress in Congo's Ebola Outbreak Response
The head of the U.N. health agency reports progress in combating an Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, but notes a surge in cases in another…
Hundreds Protest in DR Congo Against Incumbent President's Third Term Bid
Hundreds of people protested in the Democratic Republic of Congo against the incumbent president's bid for a third term. The protests highlight ongoing political tensions…
Protests Erupt in DR Congo Against Proposed Constitutional Changes for Third Presidential Term
Protests erupted across the Democratic Republic of Congo against President Felix Tshisekedi's proposed constitutional changes that would allow him to seek a third term. The…
Tragic Fire Claims Lives of 28 Children at School in DR Congo
A tragic incident occurred in DR Congo where a fire at a school resulted in the deaths of at least 28 children. This event highlights…
Ebola Outbreak Expands to Seventh Province in DRC Amid Declining Case Claims
Ebola has spread to a seventh province in the Democratic Republic of Congo after an infected individual traveled through Rwanda and Uganda. This outbreak highlights…
DR Congo Faces Worst Ebola Epidemic with Over 7,000 Cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its worst Ebola epidemic, with over 7,000 cases and nearly 3,400 deaths since mid-May. This outbreak involves the…
Tragic School Fire in DRC Highlights Urgent Need for Safety Reforms
A tragic fire at a school in the Democratic Republic of the Congo resulted in the deaths of 28 students and significant destruction in the…
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Expands to Seventh Province
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has rapidly spread to seven provinces, with local authorities reporting no signs of containment. This situation involves the Congolese…
Ebola Case Detected in New Province of DR Congo
An Ebola case has been detected in the northwestern province of South-Ubangi in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which borders the Central African Republic and…
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Rapidly Spreads Beyond Epicenter, Warns Africa's Health Body
Africa's top health body has reported that the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is the fastest-growing on record and is spreading beyond its initial epicenter.…
Study Reveals Uranium in DRC Cobalt Exports, Raising Global Nuclear Risk Concerns
A study reveals that cobalt exports from the DRC contain unreported uranium, raising concerns about global nuclear risks. This issue involves the DRC's mining sector…
Tragic Fire Claims Lives of 14 Children in DR Congo Schools
A tragic fire in schools in the DR Congo has resulted in the deaths of at least 14 children. This incident highlights ongoing issues related…
Tragic School Fire in Rebel-Held DR Congo Claims at Least 20 Lives
A tragic fire in a school in Bukavu, a city controlled by the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has resulted in…
DRC's Ebola Outbreak: Potential Global Pandemic and Prevention Strategies
The Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has the potential to escalate into a global epidemic. This situation involves health…
Enhancing Outbreak Response to Bundibugyo Virus with Rapid Diagnostics and Vaccine Insights
Recent studies on the Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo provide insights into rapid diagnostic testing and potential cross-protection from existing…
Fire at Wedding Party in DR Congo Claims 22 Lives
A tragic fire at a wedding party in Kinshasa, DR Congo resulted in the deaths of 22 people. Authorities are investigating the incident. This event…
DR Congo reaffirms embassy move to Jerusalem, impacting regional dynamics
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reaffirmed its commitment to relocate its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. This decision involves the Congolese…
Children Return to School in DR Congo Amid Ebola Concerns
Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo are returning to school despite rising concerns over an Ebola outbreak. This situation involves the Congolese government and…
DR Congo Ebola Vaccine Trials to Commence by November: WHO
The World Health Organization announced that trials for three potential Ebola vaccines in the Democratic Republic of Congo are set to begin by October or…
Congo's Ebola Outbreak Escalates with Over 3,000 Deaths
Congo is experiencing a severe Ebola outbreak with over 3,000 deaths and more than 6,100 confirmed cases, indicating a rapid spread of the disease. This…