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The Latest Breaking News from Kinshasa

Fighting between DRC army and M23 rebels rages in eastern city of Goma

At least 100 people killed and 1,000 wounded in three days of heavy fighting in North Kivu

The Guardian - UK · Jan 28, 2025

Protesters attack French, US, Rwandan embassies in DRC

Demonstrators attack embassies of France, Belgium, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and the United States in Kinshasa.

Al Jazeera · Jan 28, 2025

French embassy targeted in Kinshasa protests over rebel crisis in eastern DRC

France has slammed a series of attacks on diplomatic missions in Kinshasa, fuelled by tensions over the M23 rebel conflict in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 28, 2025

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Mpox in the DRC: residents of the slum at the centre of Kinshasa’s epidemic have little chance of avoiding this major health crisis

Walking through the crowded streets of the Pakadjuma neighbourhood in Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, I am struck by the vibrant atmosphere around me.

The Conversation · Jan 24, 2025

‘We are waging an existential war’: M23’s Bertrand Bisimwa on DRC conflict

Leader of the M23 group says its rebellion in eastern DR Congo is a ‘defensive’ one, hopes for dialogue with Kinshasa.

Al Jazeera · Jan 1, 2025

Congolese police arrest 6 suspects over break-in into mausoleum of late independence hero Lumumba

Congolese police have arrested six people over a break-in and vandalism earlier this week at the mausoleum of the country’s assassinated independence leader Patrice Lumumba in Congo’s capital, Kinshasa

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2024

On Kinshasa's Streets Hairdressers Make A Quick Buck

Standing in a makeshift salon on the side of a dusty backstreet in Democratic Republic of Congo capital Kinshasa Papy Kalume pulled a fresh razor out of his bag.

International Business Times · Nov 8, 2024

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Rumble In The Jungle Remembered After 50 Years

Alfred Mamba was just 12 when boxing great Muhammad Ali descended on Kinshasa, at that time the capital of Zaire, in October 1974 in a bid to regain his heavyweight title.

International Business Times · Oct 30, 2024

Rumble in the Jungle: 50 years since the most famous fight in boxing history

The encounter between George Foreman and Muhammad Ali took place on October 30, 1974, in Kinshasa.

The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2024

Music Show: Tshegue bring Kinshasa to Paris with new EP ‘Argent’

In this edition of our music show on arts24, Jennifer Ben Brahim is joined on set by one half of the Franco-Congolese duo Tshegue. Faty Sy Savanet and Nicolas Dacunha AKA “Dakou” burst onto the music scene in 2017 with their powerful blend of afropunk, rock, electro and funk. They…

France 24 · Oct 14, 2024

Dozens died when a boat capsized in eastern Congo

In tonight's edition, At least 78 people died when an overcrowded boat capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo on Thursday. Also, Kinshasa will begin a vaccination campaign on Saturday, three days later than planned. And The Zimbabwean government will this month pay an initial $20 million to foreign white…

France 24 · Oct 4, 2024

Families of Americans ensnared in DRC coup plot assert their innocence

Young Americans face death penalty for ‘amateurish’ assault in Congo that was led by one of their fathers

The Guardian - US · Sep 18, 2024

How 3 young Americans ended up in the middle of a coup attempt in Congo and facing a death penalty

A military court in Congo has convicted dozens of people, including three Americans, for a coup attempt

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2024

First MPOX Vaccine Arrives In Congo After Global Emergency

The arrival of the mpox vaccine in Kinshasa is a significant milestone in the fight against the virus outbreak, showcasing global efforts to combat public ...

More than 100 killed in attempt to escape DRC’s largest prison

Democratic Republic of the Congo officials say 129 people died in failed jailbreak at Makala facility in Kinshasa

129 Inmates Die In Congo Jailbreak Stampede

Tragic jailbreak in Kinshasa, Congo leads to 129 inmate deaths, highlighting prison system challenges and prompting investigation.

France 24 · Sep 2, 2024

Attempted jailbreak in DR Congo turns deadly

Several people have reportedly been killed during an attempted prison break in DR Congo. Gunshots rang out overnight at Makala prison in Kinshasa. It's the country's largest incarceration facility and has long been dangerously overcrowded.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 28, 2024

DRC prosecutors seek death penalty for 50 defendants after coup attempt

Prosecutors in the Democratic Republic of Congo are calling for 50 defendants, including three Americans, to face the death penalty over what the army says was a coup attempt in May.

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Evening Standard · Jul 28, 2024

Seven die in DR Congo stampede during gospel music concert in Kinshasa's Martyrs' Stadium

Mike Kalambayi concert ends in crush tragedy

Al Jazeera · Jul 15, 2024

At least four killed as fighting in DRC continues despite truce: Report

The US had announced a humanitarian truce between Kinshasa and the M23 rebel group on July 5.

Al Jazeera · Jul 15, 2024

As Rwanda votes, tensions with neighbouring DR Congo deepen over M23

A recent UN report accuses Rwanda of aiding M23 rebel group that’s battling Congolese forces in eastern DRC.

International Business Times · Jul 5, 2024

Rwanda-backed Rebels, DRC Begin Two-week 'Humanitarian Truce'

A two-week humanitarian truce between Kinshasa and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels began on Friday in the Democratic Republic of Congo's war-scarred east.

International Business Times · Jul 5, 2024

Kinshasa, A Megacity Of Traffic Jams, Potholes, Transit Chaos

Cable car, urban rail link or ring road -- Kinshasa has big plans for alleviating its traffic chaos but for now, travelling into the megacity remains a daily headache for millions of people.

The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2024

More than 80 passengers killed in the latest boat accident in Congo

Congo's president says a boat carrying more than 270 passengers has capsized on a river near Congo’s capital of Kinshasa, leaving more than 80 dead

Over 80 Dead In Congo Boat Capsizing Near Kinshasa

Tragic boat accident in Congo claims over 80 lives, highlighting risks of overloading on water vessels. Calls for improved safety measures and enforcement ...

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