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Society - 24 October 2025
DRC Launches Initiative to Revitalize Agriculture in Greater Equateur
Kinshasa, DRC - The Democratic Republic of Congo is stepping up efforts to revive agricultural production in Greater Equateur.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Society - 24 October 2025
Kasai-Central: Ministry of Infrastructure Highlights Progress on Kalamba-Mbuji Road
Kasai-Central, DRC - Officials from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Works conducted an inspection of the Kalamba-Mbuji road modernization project on October 29, 2025, and praised the progress made on the first…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Society - 23 October 2025
DRC-CAR: 600-Metre Bridge to Connect Bangui and Zongo
Zongo, DRC - A 600-metre bridge is set to be constructed over the Oubangui River, linking the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with the Central African Republic (CAR) as part of the Douala-Mombasa road corridor.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Society - 23 October 2025
Kinshasa Mourns Death of Teacher Bonette Elombe, Inspirational Educator
Kinshasa, DRC - The Ministry of National Education and New Citizenship announced on Monday, 20 October 2025, the passing of teacher Bonette Elombe, a widely admired figure in the Congolese education sector.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Society - 23 October 2025
Beni to Open Biometric Passport Capture Centre in November
Beni, DRC - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Congo announced on Tuesday, 21 October 2025 the upcoming launch of a biometric passport capture centre in Beni, the provisional capital of North…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Society - 23 October 2025
DRC Prepares for COP 30 with Launch of National Climate Week
Kinshasa, DRC - In anticipation of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 30), scheduled for 10-21 November 2025 in Belém, Brazil, the Congolese government will launch National Climate Week on Monday, 28…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Society - 21 October 2025
Major Advance in Oncological Healthcare
MARADI, Niger-The national campaign for "Pink October" was launched on Monday, October 6, in Maradi, symbolizing a strategic decentralization of public health efforts. Dr.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Society - 20 October 2025
Emergency Medical Capacity Building
The donation of two fully equipped ambulances by Contec Global to the Ministry of Health represents meaningful private sector contribution to healthcare infrastructure.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Society - 15 October 2025
Kamonyi: Howo Truck Accident Kills Two, Injures 11
A serious Howo truck accident in Kamonyi District left two people dead and 11 others injured, including two in critical condition, on October 15, 2025, authorities confirmed.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Society - 15 October 2025
EU Grants Rwanda €95 Million to Boost Vaccine Production and Health Innovation
BRUSSELS - The European Union has pledged €95 million (approximately 130 billion Rwandan francs) to support Rwanda’s growing role in vaccine production and biomedical innovation, further cementing Kigali’s position as a…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Society - 13 October 2025
Strengthening Multilateral and Regional Cooperation
NIAMEY, Niger-On Wednesday, October 22, Niger hosted a high-level panel commemorating the 65th anniversary of UN-Niger cooperation and the 80th anniversary of the UN.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Society - 5 October 2025
Teaching of the French Revolution Suspended in Malian Schools
On October 9, 2025, Mali’s Ministry of Education issued an official directive to all directors of the Centre d’Animation, instructing them to suspend the teaching of the French Revolution of 1789 in 9th-grade history…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read