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International · 2026-10-07
Kenya confirms first imported Ebola case from Democratic Republic of CongoKenya has confirmed its first imported case of Ebola virus, specifically the Bundibugyo strain, in a man who travelled from the Democratic Republic of Congo and subsequently died. Following the case, Nairobi Hospital has strengthened its infection-control measures, contact tracing procedures, and staff monitoring to prevent further spread. The detection occurs amid an active Ebola outbreak in Congo, which has prompted heightened vigilance across the region.
International · 2026-09-26
Military plane crash in Democratic Republic of the Congo kills 17 people including two generalsA military aircraft operated by Tracep crashed in south-western Democratic Republic of the Congo, killing all 17 people aboard, including two senior army generals on an official mission. The plane was travelling from Kikwit to Kinshasa when it crashed near Kenge in Kwango province and caught fire. President Félix Tshisekedi has ordered authorities to investigate the circumstances and causes of the crash.
International · 2026-10-05
Congo River boat collision death toll exceeds 30 as rescue efforts continueA collision between two vessels on the Congo River near Lukolela has resulted in over 30 confirmed deaths, with dozens of people still missing. The incident highlights persistent safety concerns on the waterway, which serves as a critical transport route in the Democratic Republic of Congo but suffers from poor regulation and maintenance.
International · 2026-10-13
Kabila takes leadership of rebel coalition against Tshisekedi governmentFormer Democratic Republic of Congo president Joseph Kabila has been appointed leader of a new rebel coalition called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation, which aims to remove current president Félix Tshisekedi. The coalition, which includes the M23 rebel movement, stated it would pursue this objective "by all means, including force."
International · 2026-09-23
Belgium and Rwanda restore diplomatic relations after 18-month rupture over DR Congo conflictBelgium and Rwanda have announced the restoration of diplomatic relations on Tuesday, ending an 18-month rupture triggered by the escalating conflict between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The two countries plan to reopen their embassies following months of behind-the-scenes negotiations, facilitated in part by Qatar.
International · 2026-10-18
Kenya confirms four additional Ebola cases as total reaches sevenKenya's Ministry of Health announced four new Ebola cases on 17 October, comprising three health workers and a relative of the country's first victim, bringing the national total to seven. All four individuals had developed symptoms whilst in quarantine, and health authorities maintain that community transmission risk remains low.
International · 2026-10-18
Kabila becomes leader of armed coalition seeking to remove DR Congo governmentFormer Congolese president Joseph Kabila has announced leadership of a new rebel coalition called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation, which includes the M23 rebel group. The coalition, unveiled in Goma, declares its intention to remove President Félix Tshisekedi's government through 'all means, including force.' This represents Kabila's clearest direct involvement with the eastern insurgency.