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Politics - 1 November 2025
Tshisekedi Repeats Claims That Rwanda Seeks to Annex Eastern Congo
KINSHASA, DRC - President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi has once again accused Rwanda of seeking to annex parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), repeating claims that have repeatedly been denied by Kigali.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 1 November 2025
Niger and Chad Strengthen Regional Ties Through High-Level Diplomacy
N’Djamena, Chad - In a display of intra-regional solidarity, Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine conducted a high-level working visit to Chad on Friday, October 31, 2025.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 1 November 2025
DRC: European Union Urges Immediate Opening of Humanitarian Corridor in the East
Kinshasa, DRC - The European Union (EU) has called for the urgent establishment of a humanitarian corridor in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, to enable the delivery of aid and the resumption of humanitarian…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 1 November 2025
Rwanda Confirms DRC Will Not Participate in Goma Airport Opening
PARIS, FRANCE - Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has confirmed that the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government will not play a role in the upcoming opening of…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 1 November 2025
Mali’s Council of Ministers Approves Treasury Reform and Key Diplomatic Appointments
Bamako, October 29, 2025 - Mali’s Council of Ministers, chaired by Colonel Assimi Goïta, President of the Transition, convened Wednesday at Koulouba Palace to address public finance reforms, diplomatic postings, and…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 1 November 2025
Niger Bolsters Global Partnerships Through High-Level Diplomatic Engagements
Niamey, Niger - In a week marked by intensive diplomacy, Niger strengthened its international ties, engaging with both European and South American partners to advance a diversified foreign policy agenda.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 27 October 2025
Rwanda ranks second in Africa for lowest organized crime rate
KIGALI - Rwanda has been ranked second in Africa for the lowest rate of organized crime, trailing only the Seychelles, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Dr.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 23 October 2025
DRC Government Intensifies Fight Against Illicit Financial Flows in Mining Sector
Kinshasa, DRC - The Democratic Republic of Congo is stepping up efforts to combat illicit financial flows, particularly in its vital mining sector.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 22 October 2025
DRC Government Applauds Franc Appreciation and Market Stability
Kinshasa, DRC - The Congolese government has welcomed recent signs of macroeconomic stability, including the appreciation of the national currency and controlled inflation.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 22 October 2025
DRC and IMF Strike Deal to Address Oil Sector Revenue Shortfalls
Kinshasa, DRC - The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached an agreement to tackle revenue shortfalls in the country’s oil sector.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 22 October 2025
Transitional Authorities Dismiss Three Senior Military Leaders in Mali
Bamako - October 22, 2025 - The transitional government of Mali has dismissed three senior military officials in a major shake-up of the country’s armed forces hierarchy.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 22 October 2025
Kinshasa, DRC / Luanda, Angola - The Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola are set to further
Kinshasa, DRC / Luanda, Angola - The Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola are set to further strengthen their economic ties with the announcement of the 3rd DRC-Angola Economic Forum, planned for February 2026 in…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read