Democratic Republic of Congo11 hrs agoDR Congo president hints at extending his term and delaying polls"If the people want me to have a third term, I will accept," Tshisekedi says, with him due to step down in 2028.11 hrs ago6 days agoUS imposes sanctions on DR Congo ex-President Kabila alleging rebel supportThe former leader has not responded to US accusations that he is aiming to destabilise the government. 6 days ago20 Apr 2026More than 200 rescued from IS-linked group in DR CongoThe youngest of those freed from an Allied Democratic Forces camp is a girl aged just 14, Uganda's army says.20 Apr 202618 Apr 2026DR Congo accepts first set of deportees from the USThe Congolese government stresses those expelled from the US are only in the country temporarily.18 Apr 20266 Apr 2026DR Congo agrees to take deportees from the US The country will start receiving deportees from this month but has not said how many they will accept.6 Apr 20261 Apr 2026DR Congo declares national holiday after reaching World Cup for first time in 52 yearsThis is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.1 Apr 20261 Apr 2026DR Congo qualify for World Cup: 'Amidst pain and war, this victory makes us proud’DR Congo are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1974, with fans in Kinshasa celebrating the team's 1-0 play-off win over Jamaica.1 Apr 202619 Mar 2026DR Congo and Rwanda agree to ease tensions after talks in USThe conflict has persisted despite a peace deal signed by DR Congo and Rwanda in December.19 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Belgian court clears way for trial over 1961 killing of Congo PM LumumbaEtienne Davignon, a 93-year-old ex-diplomat, is accused of involvement in the assassination of the independence hero.17 Mar 2026...
