Stories from Kinshasa · DR Congo

President Felicien Tshisekedi is expected to attend his inauguration in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Supporters have noted that Tshisekedi previously expressed interest in running for a third term when his current term ends in 2028.

President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has been elected as the head of his political party. The election aims to address issues regarding peace and politics within the country.

Only 12% of the population in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has access to safely managed water. While the country produces over 60% of the world's cobalt, 80% of that production is controlled by foreign corporations.

Riots have broken out in Kinshasa, leading to widespread vandalism and overturned, burning vehicles on the roads. Estimates of the number of rioters vary between 20,000 and 35,000 people.

The first case of Ebola has been reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Authorities have implemented a law making it mandatory to report foreigners seeking medical help to the police.

Demonstrators in the Democratic Republic of the Congo expressed support for a project to revise the national constitution. The gathering, which also included support for US sanctions against former President Joseph Kabila, was reportedly driven by leaders from 'revival' churches.

The World Health Organization has warned that the Ebola virus could spread to neighboring countries. Seven people who were vaccinated against the virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo were vaccinated before their trip.

A new individual has been appointed as the largest representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The IFC Mventua has reportedly paid bribes to maintain its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The report indicates that large bribes are frequently paid to the Kinshasa government and local authorities to facilitate business.

Election agents in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have decided to block the publication of election results. The agents filed a memorandum with the United States embassy eight days after the April 26 vote.