The DRC has created a $100 million paramilitary mining guard unit funded by the United States and the United Arab Emirates
The Democratic Republic of Congo is launching a $100 million mining protection force, funded by the United States, to secure…
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FECOFA Elections: Shabani Nonda, the People’s Candidate and Symbol of Sporting Patriotism
As the Congolese Association Football Federation (FECOFA) prepares to turn a new page in its history, one name is echoing…
The Taliban call for the return of their exiles and reject the DRC option
Since the fall of Kabul in 2021, approximately 1,100 Afghans who collaborated with the United States have been stranded at…
Of the $106.9 million requested by the CENI (Independent National Electoral Commission) for 2025, the Congolese government has disbursed only $53 million
According to its annual report, the Congolese electoral commission received only half of its requested budget for 2025, forcing it…
Virtus and Lloyds join forces to restart Chemaf mines by 2027
Virtus Minerals and its Indian partner Lloyds Metals & Energy have formed a joint venture called Virtus Lloyds Mineral Holding…
DRC and Cobalt: Reclaiming a Strategic Market in the Face of Chinese Hegemony
Long relegated to the role of mere supplier of raw materials, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is undergoing a…
Arrest of Beni Mukena in South Africa: International Manhunt Concludes
After several days of intense pursuit, Beni Mukena, suspected of involvement in the assassination of Vally Amisi, was apprehended in…
THOUSANDS OF SICK AND DYING MINERS IN SOUTHERN AFRICA THREATENED WITH BEING STRIPPED OF THEIR ONLY ROUTE TO COMPENSATION
In 2018 a class-action on behalf of former mineworkers won a landmark case. In 2019 a settlement of 5 billion…
Colombians expelled from Kinshasa: Colombian President Gustavo Petro demands their repatriation to Colombia
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has reacted to the news of the expulsions of Colombians to the Congo. “This is what…
World Cup: DRC plans to send 200 to 300 fans to the USA and buy 1,000 tickets for each group match for $1.7 million
Kinshasa is spending lavishly to support the Leopards. Having already generously rewarded the national team for qualifying for the World…