The Latest Breaking News from Congo

The United Nations says the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have abducted at least 130 sick and wounded men in two hospitals in a major city in eastern Congo

Congo-Brazzaville and Madagascar are combining efforts to protect their primary forests, which support rich ecosystems and rare wildlife but face increasing threats from deforestation. The countries marked the launch of their conservation drive by planting 3,000 trees in Madagascar on Monday, African Environment Day.

Widespread shooting and looting preceded arrival of M23 rebels, overwhelming city’s poorly resourced facilities

The World Health Organization says that authorities investigating the deaths of at least 60 people in northwestern Congo suspect the water source in one of the areas may have been contaminated

Rwanda-backed rebels captured a key eastern Congo city a month ago Friday

French prosecutors have closed a case filed by Democratic Republic of Congo accusing Apple subsidiaries of using conflict minerals, notably in the unstable eastern region bordering Rwanda, in its supply chain.

The World Health Organization said that while malaria is prevalent in the region, it has not ruled out other causes

The outbreak in Congo has claimed over 50 lives, prompting urgent calls for action from health organisations

Dozens of people were reportedly injured after two explosions hit a meeting of M23 rebel group leaders and residents in eastern Congo

Explosion at M23 rebel group meeting in Bukavu, Congo causes injuries. Tensions rise as investigations unfold.

Mysterious illnesses in northwestern Congo prompt investigations and response efforts to prevent further fatalities.