Stories from DR Congo

Unrest is continuing in the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The situation is reportedly deteriorating in an area located 30 kilometers from Goma. The specific cause of the unrest was not identified in the report.

Elements of the CODECO armed group attacked the villages of Bassa and Mayalibo in the Ituri province. Civil society coordinator Dieudonné Lossa reported that several dozen civilians were killed in the violence.

The Congolese Football Federation has finalized its selection process, retaining only three candidacies. The association confirmed the shortlist following its recent review. No specific names of the candidates were provided in the report.

The FCM 23 has been banned from trading with the United States. The party's reaction described the decision as politically motivated and an alignment with the Congolese government's narrative. The opposition platform acknowledged a court decision that prohibits...

Military courts in Goma have opened trials for over 80 soldiers accused of revolt or refusing to combat. The incidents occurred in the Pinga area within the Wali-Kalei territory of North Kivu. The rebels are reportedly supported by the Rwandan army.

Military justice in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is attempting to restore discipline within the armed forces in Choupo province. The move follows reports of issues within the ranks.

Washington has accused former Congolese leader Joseph Kabila of attempting to destabilize the Democratic Republic of the Congo by supporting the M23 armed group allied with Rwanda. The administration in Kinshasa is demanding the specific elements that form the basis for these sanctions. These measures follow similar sanctions imposed on March 2 against the Rondéza army. Kabila described the sanctions announced in Washington as propaganda intended to control the country. He stated that the measures are a form of political interference. Joseph Kabila has criticized US sanctions, according to reports in Kiswahili. The discussion noted that the sanctions are linked to efforts regarding the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the administration of Felix Tshisekedi. Joseph Kabila has denounced United States sanctions, according to a report from RFI Kiswahili.

Military forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo engaged in combat with heavily armed separatists under a general identified as Capot.

The United States has accused a former president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo of contributing to the ongoing crisis in the country. Washington intends to hold the former leader accountable for his alleged role.

Algerian coach Siliman Rao is preparing for a match against Mazembe. Rao stated that the team has worked hard throughout the week and studied the opponent. The players are reportedly focused and determined to manage the competition match by match.