DR Congo peace deal collapses, thousands flee violence
A US-brokered peace deal for DR Congo lasted just one day before fierce fighting erupted, forcing thousands to flee. Read the latest on the escalating humanitarian crisis.
A US-brokered peace deal for DR Congo lasted just one day before fierce fighting erupted, forcing thousands to flee. Read the latest on the escalating humanitarian crisis.
US President Donald Trump hosts leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda for a major peace and minerals deal signing in Washington, despite ongoing violence in eastern Congo. Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump aims to broker a peace deal between DRC and Rwanda, ending decades of conflict driven by critical minerals. Will this summit succeed where others failed?
Vaccines finally arrive in conflict-hit eastern Congo nearly a year after a deadly measles outbreak began. MSF launches a critical campaign as cases soar above 36,000.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has officially declared its 16th Ebola outbreak over, following 43 deaths. Health officials credit a major vaccination campaign for containing the virus. Read the full report.
A family was dramatically rescued after their 'sky restaurant' crane malfunctioned, leaving them suspended 125ft in the air. Read the full global briefing for December 1st.
Health officials confirm the end of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak after a 42-day period with no new cases. The outbreak saw 64 cases and 45 fatalities. Read the full story.
Nigeria legend Yakubu condemns coach Eric Chelle's 'voodoo' excuse for World Cup qualifying defeat to DR Congo. Read the full story on the shocking penalty loss and fallout.
Allied Democratic Forces, linked to Islamic State, have massacred 89 civilians in a series of brutal attacks in east Congo, including an assault on a maternity ward. Urgent calls for justice grow.
Arsenal FC confirms its contentious £10m-a-year Visit Rwanda sponsorship will conclude in June 2025. The deal faced criticism over Rwanda's alleged support for M23 militia. Discover the full story.
Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba survives dramatic aircraft evacuation after jet bursts into flames at Kolwezi Airport. No fatalities reported in shocking incident.
Nigeria manager Éric Chelle accuses DR Congo of 'voodoo' after a tense penalty shootout defeat ends the Super Eagles' 2026 World Cup dreams. Read the full dramatic story.
Troy Parrott's last-gasp hat-trick against Hungary seals Ireland's remarkable World Cup qualifying playoff spot in dramatic fashion. Read the full story of their incredible turnaround.
Nigeria's coach accuses DR Congo of 'voodoo' after a heartbreaking penalty shootout loss ends their World Cup qualifying campaign. Discover the full story behind the drama.
Former Newcastle defender Chancel Mbemba scores decisive penalty, sending DR Congo to the final World Cup qualifying round. Can they reach their first finals since 1974?
Nigeria's World Cup dreams ended after a penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo, with coach Eric Chelle alleging opponents used 'voodoo'. Discover the dramatic confrontation details.
Nigeria's head coach Eric Chelle claims DR Congo used 'voodoo' during their penalty shoot-out victory that ended Nigeria's World Cup dreams. Discover the dramatic match details.
Former Newcastle defender Chancel Mbemba was the hero again, scoring the decisive penalty to send DR Congo to a final World Cup qualifying round. Read the full match report.
Nigeria and DR Congo clash in a high-stakes CAF play-off final. The winner keeps their 2026 World Cup dream alive, advancing to the intercontinental play-offs. Follow the crucial match live.
Watch Nigeria battle DR Congo for a World Cup play-off spot live on FIFA+. Kick-off is 7pm GMT on Sunday 16 November. Don't miss this crucial clash!
Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have signed a framework agreement for a peace deal to end decades of conflict in the mineral-rich east. Discover the details and remaining challenges.
Manchester United star Bryan Mbeumo was left heartbroken as Cameroon's World Cup dreams ended with a dramatic 91st-minute defeat to DR Congo. Discover the impact on United.
Bryan Mbeumo was left heartbroken as Cameroon's World Cup hopes ended in a dramatic 1-0 play-off defeat to DR Congo. Discover how the Manchester United stars reacted.
Bryan Mbeumo's Cameroon suffer last-gasp World Cup qualifying defeat to DR Congo. Discover the dramatic scenes and what it means for the Indomitable Lions.
How to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo live in the UK. Key team news, predicted line-ups, and all the details for the crucial World Cup qualifying play-off.
In a groundbreaking move, the Amazon and Congo rainforest basins forge an unprecedented alliance ahead of COP30, creating a united front against deforestation and climate change.
Bella Hennessy, a 31-year-old British mother, has been sentenced to 10 years in a Congolese prison after being caught with 2kg of cocaine while heavily pregnant, exposing the grim reality of international drug trafficking operations.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe faces mounting pressure as he avoids questions about Yoane Wissa's potential Africa Cup of Nations departure, setting up a club-versus-country battle that could derail the Magpies' season.
Islamic State militants have launched a horrific overnight assault on a remote Congolese village, murdering 19 civilians in cold blood and burning homes to the ground in the latest bloody escalation of central Africa's terror crisis.
Crystal Palace's midfield sensation is reportedly contemplating a dramatic international allegiance change to represent DR Congo at AFCON, following his solitary England cap under Gareth Southgate.