Congo and M23 rebel group to hold peace talks
Rwanda-backed rebels take more towns as they expand control after seizing east Congo’s largest city The government of Congo will hold peace talks next
Southern African bloc ends military mission in DR Congo
The SADC mission that has suffered losses this year will conduct a ‘phased withdrawal’ of its troops The Southern African regional bloc
US Eyes DRC Minerals to Counter China
Experts believe that such a deal could help the US curb China’s influence in the region while securing access to critical minerals….reports Asian Lite
55 killed by militia fighters in northeastern Congo
More than 120 armed groups are fighting in the region, most for land and control of mines with valuable minerals, while some are trying
At least 35 killed by ADF rebels in Congo
The search for victims in burned-down houses has been ongoing since Wednesday morning, the sources said…reports Asian Lite News At least 35 people were
DR Congo weighs legal move against Apple in mining dispute
The DRC is rich in tantalum, tin, tungsten and gold — known as 3T or 3TG — that are used in producing smartphones and
Congo appoints its first female PM
Tuluka promised to work toward peace and development in her first speech on state television following her appointment…reports Asian Lite News Congolese President Felix
UN warns of major security threat in Congo
Heavy fighting between the Congolese army and M23 has intensified in the eastern part of the country, forcing civilians to flee…reports Asian Lite News
‘Plan ready for withdrawal of peacekeeping force from DR Congo’
The spokesman said that in September, DRC President Flix Tshisekedi reiterated his country’s desire to accelerate the withdrawal of MONUSCO, starting in December…reports Asian
Congolese M23 rebels begin withdrawal from bases in Congo
The development came after Uganda on Wednesday sent 1,000 troops on a regional peacekeeping mission in the eastern Congo…reports Asian Lite News The Ugandan
