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Congo-Kinshasa: Peace Agreement Signing Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Republic of Rwanda

[State Department] Washington, DC -- On June 27, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Under Secretary for Political Affairs Allison Hooker, and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos hosted the Ministerial signing of the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of th
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Congo-Kinshasa: Peace Agreement Signing Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Republic of Rwanda

[State Department] Washington, DC -- On June 27, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Under Secretary for Political Affairs Allison Hooker, and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos hosted the Ministerial signing of the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Republic of Rwanda.

Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Signing of the DRC-Rwanda Peace Agreement

[State Department] Washington, DC -- SENIOR ADVISOR BOULOS: Please join me in welcoming Secretary Rubio, Foreign Minister Wagner, and Foreign Minister Nduhungirehe. (Applause.) Secretary Rubio, Foreign Minister Wagner, Foreign Minister Nduhungirehe, Minist
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Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Signing of the DRC-Rwanda Peace Agreement

[State Department] Washington, DC -- SENIOR ADVISOR BOULOS: Please join me in welcoming Secretary Rubio, Foreign Minister Wagner, and Foreign Minister Nduhungirehe. (Applause.) Secretary Rubio, Foreign Minister Wagner, Foreign Minister Nduhungirehe, Minister of State Al Khulaifi, African Union Chairperson Youssouf, Foreign Minister Dussey, ambassadors, members of Congress, distinguished guests, members of the media, ladies and gentlemen: Thank you for joining for the historic signing of a comprehensive peace agreement

Congo-Kinshasa: Congressional Reaction to Singing of Peace Agreement Between DR Congo and Rwanda

[U.S. Congress] Washington, DC -- Ranking Member Shaheen, Senators Coons, Booker Statement on the Ministerial Signing of the Peace Deal Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda
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Congo-Kinshasa: Congressional Reaction to Singing of Peace Agreement Between DR Congo and Rwanda

[U.S. Congress] Washington, DC -- Ranking Member Shaheen, Senators Coons, Booker Statement on the Ministerial Signing of the Peace Deal Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda

Congo-Kinshasa: Increased Demand for Cobalt Fuels Ongoing Humanitarian Crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

[IPS] United Nations -- The demand for cobalt and other minerals is fueling a decades-long humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In pursuit of money to support their families, Congolese laborers face abuse and life-threatening con
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Congo-Kinshasa: Increased Demand for Cobalt Fuels Ongoing Humanitarian Crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

[IPS] United Nations -- The demand for cobalt and other minerals is fueling a decades-long humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In pursuit of money to support their families, Congolese laborers face abuse and life-threatening conditions working in unregulated mines.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo - Conflict's Survivors Have Been Through Hell, Says UN Aid Chief

[UN News] The conflict-impacted people of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) urgently need much more international assistance than they are getting today, the UN's top aid official said on Thursday.
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Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo - Conflict's Survivors Have Been Through Hell, Says UN Aid Chief

[UN News] The conflict-impacted people of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) urgently need much more international assistance than they are getting today, the UN's top aid official said on Thursday.

Central Africa: MSF Responds to Cholera Outbreak Following Gold Discovery in South Kivu

[MSF] In early May, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) launched an emergency response to a cholera outbreak in Lomera, South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, where a gold rush and poor sanitation fuelled rapid spread of the disease. Over 8,000 peopl
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Central Africa: MSF Responds to Cholera Outbreak Following Gold Discovery in South Kivu

[MSF] In early May, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) launched an emergency response to a cholera outbreak in Lomera, South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, where a gold rush and poor sanitation fuelled rapid spread of the disease. Over 8,000 people were vaccinated and more than 600 patients received treatment, as teams worked around the clock to provide care and improve access to clean water.

Congo-Kinshasa: Cabinet Briefed On SANDF Withdrawal From the DRC

[SAnews.gov.za] Cabinet has been briefed on the phased arrival of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops from the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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Congo-Kinshasa: Cabinet Briefed On SANDF Withdrawal From the DRC

[SAnews.gov.za] Cabinet has been briefed on the phased arrival of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops from the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Congo-Kinshasa: In Ituri, Authorities and Armed Groups Seek to Reinforce the 2023 Peace Accord

[Monusco] In Aru, a new round of peace talks is building on earlier efforts to bring stability to Ituri province. The dialogue, known as «Aru 2», brings together authorities, armed groups, local leaders, and civil society to reinforce the process
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Congo-Kinshasa: In Ituri, Authorities and Armed Groups Seek to Reinforce the 2023 Peace Accord

[Monusco] In Aru, a new round of peace talks is building on earlier efforts to bring stability to Ituri province. The dialogue, known as «Aru 2», brings together authorities, armed groups, local leaders, and civil society to reinforce the process launched in 2023.

Chad: Sudanese Refugees in Chad Are Struggling to Survive

[MSF] In Tine and Oure Cassoni camps in eastern Chad, close to the border with Sudan, Médecins Sans Frontières is increasing our support for recently arrived Sudanese refugees. In these overcrowded camps, people face harsh conditions and limited acc
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Chad: Sudanese Refugees in Chad Are Struggling to Survive

[MSF] In Tine and Oure Cassoni camps in eastern Chad, close to the border with Sudan, Médecins Sans Frontières is increasing our support for recently arrived Sudanese refugees. In these overcrowded camps, people face harsh conditions and limited access to food, shelter, water, and healthcare. The current humanitarian response is grossly insufficient, and greater support from additional organisations is urgently needed.

Rwanda: Rwanda's New Malaria Control Strategy Detects 30% More Unreported Cases

[New Times] A new malaria control strategy launched in April has started to bear fruits as health officials report to have detected at least 30 per cent of new cases that had not been reported to health facilities or shown any symptoms of the tropical disease
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Rwanda: Rwanda's New Malaria Control Strategy Detects 30% More Unreported Cases

[New Times] A new malaria control strategy launched in April has started to bear fruits as health officials report to have detected at least 30 per cent of new cases that had not been reported to health facilities or shown any symptoms of the tropical disease.

Africa: Business Summit Aims to Spotlight Opportunities for U.S. Companies in Africa

[allAfrica] An estimated 1500 delegates are gathered in Luanda for the 17 U.S.-Africa Business Summit organized by the Corporate Council on Africa and hosted this year by the Government of Angola. Expected participants include heads of state and government fr
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Africa: Business Summit Aims to Spotlight Opportunities for U.S. Companies in Africa

[allAfrica] An estimated 1500 delegates are gathered in Luanda for the 17 U.S.-Africa Business Summit organized by the Corporate Council on Africa and hosted this year by the Government of Angola. Expected participants include heads of state and government from Algeria, Botswana, Burundi, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Madagascar, Mauritania, Namibia, and Sao Tome and Principe, along with President Joao Lourenco from the Summit host.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Records Refugee Influx, DRC Constitutes Larger Population

[New Zimbabwe] The population of refugees in Zimbabwe is expected to shoot up to 18,000 by the end of this year due to a prevailing peaceful environment, the government has said.
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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Records Refugee Influx, DRC Constitutes Larger Population

[New Zimbabwe] The population of refugees in Zimbabwe is expected to shoot up to 18,000 by the end of this year due to a prevailing peaceful environment, the government has said.

Africa: From Uganda to Angola, Africa's Refugees Face Soaring Hunger, Shrinking Aid

[WFP] A funding shortfall is forcing WFP and other humanitarian organizations to cut assistance to some of the world's most vulnerable people
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Africa: From Uganda to Angola, Africa's Refugees Face Soaring Hunger, Shrinking Aid

[WFP] A funding shortfall is forcing WFP and other humanitarian organizations to cut assistance to some of the world's most vulnerable people

Rwanda: Victoire Ingabire Arrested Over Alleged Plot to Incite Public Disorder

[New Times] Ex-convict Victoire Ingabire has been arrested by the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) over allegations that she played a role in mobilising a group accused of plotting to incite public unrest and disturb national order.
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Rwanda: Victoire Ingabire Arrested Over Alleged Plot to Incite Public Disorder

[New Times] Ex-convict Victoire Ingabire has been arrested by the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) over allegations that she played a role in mobilising a group accused of plotting to incite public unrest and disturb national order.

Tanzania: How TZ Women Clinch Rwanda's Kwibuka Wt20

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA Women's cricket team etched their name into continental history once again, claiming the 2025 Kwibuka Women's T20 title with a statement 32- run victory over Zimbabwe women's performance XI at Gahanga International Crick
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Tanzania: How TZ Women Clinch Rwanda's Kwibuka Wt20

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA Women's cricket team etched their name into continental history once again, claiming the 2025 Kwibuka Women's T20 title with a statement 32- run victory over Zimbabwe women's performance XI at Gahanga International Cricket Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda over the weekend.

Rwanda: Rwanda, Morrocco Ink 'Landmark' Military Cooperation Agreement

[New Times] A «landmark» military cooperation agreement between Rwanda and the Kingdom of Morocco that establishes a robust framework for enhancing military ties and paves the way for a broader strategic partnership between the two nations, was si
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Rwanda: Rwanda, Morrocco Ink 'Landmark' Military Cooperation Agreement

[New Times] A «landmark» military cooperation agreement between Rwanda and the Kingdom of Morocco that establishes a robust framework for enhancing military ties and paves the way for a broader strategic partnership between the two nations, was signed on June 18.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo and Rwanda to Sign Peace Agreement on June 27

[State Department] Washington, DC -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the Republic of Rwanda on the occasion of peace talks held this week in Washing
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Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo and Rwanda to Sign Peace Agreement on June 27

[State Department] Washington, DC -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the Republic of Rwanda on the occasion of peace talks held this week in Washington, D.C.

Sudan: From Conflict's Edge to a New Home - a Sudanese Family Rebuilds in the Central African Republic

[UNHCR] Adam and Wifak's love story began simply--at a bakery in Nyala, Sudan. He was the owner; she was a loyal customer. Their romance blossomed quickly into marriage, and soon, they were expecting their arrival of their first child, Abderahim.
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Sudan: From Conflict's Edge to a New Home - a Sudanese Family Rebuilds in the Central African Republic

[UNHCR] Adam and Wifak's love story began simply--at a bakery in Nyala, Sudan. He was the owner; she was a loyal customer. Their romance blossomed quickly into marriage, and soon, they were expecting their arrival of their first child, Abderahim.

Rwanda: Central Bank Explains New Changes in Foreign Currency Use

[New Times] The National Bank of Rwanda has shed light on recent changes in the regulation governing foreign exchange operations in the country.
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Rwanda: Central Bank Explains New Changes in Foreign Currency Use

[New Times] The National Bank of Rwanda has shed light on recent changes in the regulation governing foreign exchange operations in the country.

Rwanda: Rwanda Opposition Leader Ingabire Summoned to Court in Treason Case

[Nile Post] Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire said on Tuesday evening that she has been summoned to appear before court on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
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Rwanda: Rwanda Opposition Leader Ingabire Summoned to Court in Treason Case

[Nile Post] Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire said on Tuesday evening that she has been summoned to appear before court on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Rwanda: Govt to Pilot Three Biotech Crops

[New Times] Rwanda plans to pilot the growing of three biotech crops, namely cassava, Irish potato and maize to evaluate their performance on farmers' fields by the end of 2025 - ahead of potential nationwide adoption, according to Rwanda Agriculture and Anim
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Rwanda: Govt to Pilot Three Biotech Crops

[New Times] Rwanda plans to pilot the growing of three biotech crops, namely cassava, Irish potato and maize to evaluate their performance on farmers' fields by the end of 2025 - ahead of potential nationwide adoption, according to Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB).

Congo-Kinshasa: Ituri - Monusco Launches Aquaculture Project to Ease Tensions in Djugu

[Monusco] Six months ago, MONUSCO launched a floating cage fish farming project in Tchomia, a commercial hub located 62 km south of Bunia, in Ituri Province. The initiative aimed to reduce community violence and combat unemployment by creating temporary jobs
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Congo-Kinshasa: Ituri - Monusco Launches Aquaculture Project to Ease Tensions in Djugu

[Monusco] Six months ago, MONUSCO launched a floating cage fish farming project in Tchomia, a commercial hub located 62 km south of Bunia, in Ituri Province. The initiative aimed to reduce community violence and combat unemployment by creating temporary jobs for 100 people, including 50 vulnerable women and 50 former combatants, at-risk youth, or unemployed individuals, while promoting socio-economic reintegration within the community.

Congo-Kinshasa: Beni - Monusco Staff Donate Blood to Save Lives

[Monusco] The Blood Transfusion Center of Beni, in North Kivu, concluded a voluntary blood donation campaign on Wednesday, 11 June 2025. Launched two months earlier among MONUSCO's civilian and military personnel, the initiative aimed to prevent shortages of
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Congo-Kinshasa: Beni - Monusco Staff Donate Blood to Save Lives

[Monusco] The Blood Transfusion Center of Beni, in North Kivu, concluded a voluntary blood donation campaign on Wednesday, 11 June 2025. Launched two months earlier among MONUSCO's civilian and military personnel, the initiative aimed to prevent shortages of blood products in a region where demand remains high due to the influx of displaced persons and sustained pressure on local health facilities.

Rwanda: How Rabbits Changed Fortunes of Rwanda's Top Breeder

[New Times] In the moderately hilly area of Nyamirambo, Nyarugenge District in Kigali, thousands of rabbits, ranging from newborn kits to full-grown bucks can be seen comfortably moving in hutches made of rust-resistant wire cages.
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Rwanda: How Rabbits Changed Fortunes of Rwanda's Top Breeder

[New Times] In the moderately hilly area of Nyamirambo, Nyarugenge District in Kigali, thousands of rabbits, ranging from newborn kits to full-grown bucks can be seen comfortably moving in hutches made of rust-resistant wire cages.

Congo-Kinshasa: SANDF Soldiers Return From DRC

[SAnews.gov.za] The first group of South African troops who were deployed to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of the Southern African Development Community Mission in the DRC (SAMIDRC) are expected to arrive in Bloemfontein on Friday.
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Congo-Kinshasa: SANDF Soldiers Return From DRC

[SAnews.gov.za] The first group of South African troops who were deployed to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of the Southern African Development Community Mission in the DRC (SAMIDRC) are expected to arrive in Bloemfontein on Friday.

Burundi: Burundi's Ruling Party Sweeps Parliamentary Elections

[allAfrica] The ruling CNDD-FDD party in Burundi won all 100 seats in a parliamentary election, securing over 96% of the votes in all provinces. The electoral commission reported only minor irregularities, though opposition parties and rights groups condemne
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Burundi: Burundi's Ruling Party Sweeps Parliamentary Elections

[allAfrica] The ruling CNDD-FDD party in Burundi won all 100 seats in a parliamentary election, securing over 96% of the votes in all provinces. The electoral commission reported only minor irregularities, though opposition parties and rights groups condemned the process.

East Africa: Fake Graphic Claims Rwanda's President Paul Kagame Warned About Foreign Funding Fuelling Chaos Across East Africa

[Africa Check] IN SHORT: A graphic circulating on social media in Kenya claims president Paul Kagame threatened civil society for receiving foreign funding to stir chaos in Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. But the graphic is fake.
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East Africa: Fake Graphic Claims Rwanda's President Paul Kagame Warned About Foreign Funding Fuelling Chaos Across East Africa

[Africa Check] IN SHORT: A graphic circulating on social media in Kenya claims president Paul Kagame threatened civil society for receiving foreign funding to stir chaos in Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. But the graphic is fake.

Africa: UNHCR Highlights Forced Displacement Trends, Protection Risks, and Solutions in West and Central Africa

[UNHCR] DAKAR, 12 JUNE 2025 - The number of people forcibly displaced or stateless across West and Central Africa has reached a record 12.7 million, reflecting a 48 per cent increase since 2020. Among them are 8.2 million internally displaced people, 2.9 mill
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Africa: UNHCR Highlights Forced Displacement Trends, Protection Risks, and Solutions in West and Central Africa

[UNHCR] DAKAR, 12 JUNE 2025 - The number of people forcibly displaced or stateless across West and Central Africa has reached a record 12.7 million, reflecting a 48 per cent increase since 2020. Among them are 8.2 million internally displaced people, 2.9 million refugees and asylum-seekers, and nearly 1million stateless individuals, according to new data released by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.

Rwanda: Somalia Deepens Strategic Ties With Rwanda and Sudan in High-Level Diplomatic Talks in China

[Radio Dalsan] Changsha, China--At the margins of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) ministerial meeting held in Changsha, Hunan Province, China, Somalia held two pivotal diplomatic engagements aimed at strengthening its bilateral and regional alli
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Rwanda: Somalia Deepens Strategic Ties With Rwanda and Sudan in High-Level Diplomatic Talks in China

[Radio Dalsan] Changsha, China--At the margins of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) ministerial meeting held in Changsha, Hunan Province, China, Somalia held two pivotal diplomatic engagements aimed at strengthening its bilateral and regional alliances -- one with Rwanda and the other with Sudan.

Congo-Kinshasa: Sexual Violence in Eastern DRC Is a Persistent Emergency

[MSF] Goma -- For years, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) teams have repeatedly warned of the alarming level of sexual violence in eastern DRC. The number of victims and survivors treated by MSF has surged in the past three years, since fighting betwe
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Congo-Kinshasa: Sexual Violence in Eastern DRC Is a Persistent Emergency

[MSF] Goma -- For years, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) teams have repeatedly warned of the alarming level of sexual violence in eastern DRC. The number of victims and survivors treated by MSF has surged in the past three years, since fighting between the Congolese army, the M23/AFC (Alliance Fleuve Congo) armed group, and their respective allies, resumed. The crisis is particularly acute in North Kivu province, where MSF teams treated an unprecedented number of victims and survivors - nearly 40,000 - in