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Politics - 20 November 2025
DRC: Government Sets Strict Schedule for Resumption of Cobalt Exports
Kinshasa, DRC - The Congolese government has announced the imminent resumption of cobalt exports, following a suspension that began on February 22, 2025 and was extended until October 15, 2025.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 20 November 2025
Kagame Questions Legitimacy of Guinea-Bissau Coup: “I Don’t Believe It”
KIGALI - President Paul Kagame has expressed doubts about the reported overthrow of Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, saying he still does not fully believe the coup took place as presented.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Politics - 20 November 2025
Kagame Accuses Europe of Longstanding Exploitation of DRC Minerals: “They Looted More Than Anyone Else”
KIGALI - President Paul Kagame has sharply criticized European countries for what he described as centuries-long exploitation of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mineral wealth, arguing that Europe should not be quick…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 20 November 2025
Kinshasa Rejects Paul Kagame’s Accusations, Reaffirms Bilateral Commitments
Kinshasa, DRC - The Congolese government responded firmly to Rwandan President Paul Kagame, who accused Kinshasa of "refusing to assume its responsibilities" in addressing the security crisis in eastern DRC.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 20 November 2025
Haut-Lomami: Jean Tayari Elected President of Provincial Assembly, Idriss Nsenga Becomes Treasurer
Kamina, DRC - The Haut-Lomami Provincial Assembly finalized its leadership on Thursday, November 27, 2025, electing Jean Tayari as president and Idriss Nsenga as treasurer, both representing the Sacred Union party.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
DRC: President Félix Tshisekedi Appoints Bienvenu Ilambo as Special Advisor for Communication
Kinshasa, DRC - On Monday, November 24, 2025, President Félix Tshisekedi appointed Bienvenu Ilambo as Special Advisor for Communication through a presidential decree read on national television.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
DRC: Fayulu Calls on Tshisekedi to Publish Draft Washington Agreement
Kinshasa, DRC - On November 28, 2025, ahead of a planned meeting in Washington between President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame, opposition leader Martin Fayulu called on the Congolese head of state…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
8th National Integration Forum: Official Launch of Activities in the Border Town of Pô
The border town of Pô, November 29, 2025 - The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation, and Burkinabè Abroad, H.E. Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, accompanied by the Minister Delegate for Regional Cooperation, Ms.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
Haut-Uele: Motion of Censure Filed Against Governor Bakomito Despite Kinshasa’s Suspension Call
Isiro, Haut-Uele - A motion of censure targeting Governor Jean Bakomito was officially submitted on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, to the Provincial Assembly of Haut-Uele, despite a national directive from Kinshasa…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
President Kagame and Touadéra Discuss Security for December 2025 Elections
Kigali, Rwanda - November 24, 2025 - President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and Central African Republic (CAR) President Faustin-Archange Touadéra held high-level talks focused on security for the December 28, 2025…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
Second Summit of Heads of State of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES): Preparatory Meeting of Foreign Ministers
Ouagadougou, November 26, 2025 - Bamako is set to host the second session of the College of Heads of State of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) on December 22 and 23, 2025.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 19 November 2025
Strengthening the Ouagadougou-Tehran Axis: Visit of a Special Envoy from the Islamic Republic of Iran to Burkina Faso
Ouagadougou, November 26, 2025 - The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation, and Burkinabè Abroad, His Excellency Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, received a special envoy from the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mr.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read