UK Slaps Visa Restrictions on Democratic Republic of Congo
The UK Home Office has revoked fast-track visas for the DRC after it failed to cooperate on returning illegal migrants. Read the full details of the new immigration sanctions.
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VAR malfunction denies Benin penalty review in AFCON loss
Benin left furious after VAR system failure prevents review of late handball incident in 1-0 Africa Cup of Nations defeat to DR Congo. Read the full match report and controversy.
UN Urges Rwanda to Leave Eastern Congo
The UN Security Council has called for Rwanda to pull its forces from eastern Congo and renewed the MONUSCO peacekeeping mission for one year amid escalating violence. Read the latest.
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.
Trump brokers DRC-Rwanda peace deal amid conflict
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.
Trump Seeks Peace Deal for Congo-Rwanda Conflict
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?
Measles Vaccinations Begin in Rebel-Held Eastern Congo
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.
Congo Ends Latest Ebola Outbreak After 45 Days
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.
Family rescued after sky dining crane malfunctions
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.
Congo Ebola outbreak declared over by health officials
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.
Yakubu: Voodoo claims shame Nigeria after WC failure
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.
Isis-Linked Rebels Kill 89 Civilians in Congo
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 ends controversial Visit Rwanda sponsorship
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.
Ethiopian Army Accused of Systematic Rape
Shocking BBC investigation reveals Ethiopian soldiers have raped thousands of women and girls as young as eight during crackdown on militias. Victims share harrowing accounts of sexual violence.
DRC Minister's plane catches fire in runway crash
Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba survives dramatic aircraft evacuation after jet bursts into flames at Kolwezi Airport. No fatalities reported in shocking incident.
Nigeria blame 'voodoo' for World Cup qualifying loss
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.
Ireland reach World Cup playoffs after Parrott heroics
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.
Life Sentence Sought for Janjaweed Leader's Crimes
ICC prosecutors seek a life term for Janjaweed leader Ali Kushayb, convicted of Darfur atrocities including mass murder. Read the latest on this landmark international justice case.
Nigeria miss World Cup after penalty shootout defeat
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.
DR Congo beat Nigeria in World Cup penalty 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?
Sheffield man's accounts removed for militia propaganda
Abdalmonim Alrabea, a British citizen in Sheffield, has had his TikTok and YouTube accounts removed for glorifying Sudan's RSF militia, accused of genocide. The UK diaspora demands action.
Nigeria coach alleges voodoo in World Cup shootout loss
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 coach alleges DR Congo 'voodoo' in World Cup defeat
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.
DR Congo beat Nigeria on penalties in World Cup qualifier
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 vs DR Congo: World Cup Play-Off Final
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.
Nigeria vs DR Congo: World Cup Play-off Final Details
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 M23 Rebels Sign Doha Peace Framework
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.
Mbeumo's World Cup heartbreak after Cameroon loss
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.
Cameroon World Cup dream over, Man Utd stars devastated
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.
Cameroon's World Cup dream ends in dramatic play-off defeat
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.
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