Photo Radio Okapi/Jeef Ngoy" /> Le Président Félix Tshisekedi a donné « la bonne information » pour « désamorcer la bombe » dans l'opinion concernant la mort du militant de l’opposition de Manassé Lomboto. C’est ce qu’a affirmé le Procureur général (PG) près la Cour de cassation, Firmin Mvonde, mardi 10 novembre 2026 devant la presse à Kinshasa.
" /> Malgré leurs diplômes et leur volonté de participer au développement du pays, de nombreux jeunes Kinois peinent à accéder au marché du travail. Entre manque d'opportunités, exigences des employeurs et déficit d'expérience professionnelle, l'insertion des jeunes demeure un défi majeur.
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Ph. Radio Okapi/Marc Maro Fimbo" /> Treize personnes guéries de la maladie à virus Ebola ont quitté, lundi, le Centre de traitement de l’Hôpital général de référence de Beni, au Nord-Kivu. Cette nouvelle est accueillie avec satisfaction par les équipes de riposte et les communautés locales, alors que la ville demeure l’un des principaux foyers de l’épidémie dans la région.
Ph/ Cellcom Ministère Portefeuille" /> Les transporteurs de marchandises opérant entre Kisangani et Kinshasa par voie fluviale dénoncent les répercussions du conflit dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo sur leurs activités. Selon eux, l’insécurité persistante sur plusieurs axes routiers du Nord-Kivu perturbe considérablement l’acheminement des marchandises vers Kisangani, entraînant une baisse du fret à destination de Kinshasa.
La situation est restée tendue ce mardi 10 novembre dans la commune de Makiso, à Kisangani (Tshopo), aux abords de l’agence de transport Glody Coach. Quelques éléments de la Police nationale congolaise ont été déployés devant les installations de l’entreprise afin de prévenir de nouveaux actes de vandalisme, au lendemain d’une manifestation au cours de laquelle les vitres des bureaux ont été endommagées par des jets de pierres.
Ph. Société civile" /> Au moins dix personnes ont été tuées et deux autres sont portées disparues à la suite de deux attaques attribuées à des hommes armés non identifiés dans la localité de Loashi, en territoire de Masisi (Nord-Kivu). Les faits se sont produits entre le 7 et le 8 novembre dans le secteur d’Osso-Banyungu, où les acteurs de la société civile dénoncent une détérioration de la situation sécuritaire.
Radio Okapi/Ph. Florence Kiza" /> Les conséquences de la pluie diluvienne qui s’est abattue sur Kindu le dimanche 8 novembre continuent de se faire sentir. Plusieurs familles sinistrées vivent désormais sans abri, sans nourriture et sans effets personnels. Parmi les plus vulnérables figurent des femmes enceintes, des mères de jeunes enfants et des élèves dont la scolarité est perturbée. Face à cette situation, la Protection civile appelle à une assistance humanitaire urgente.
photo/ Présidence RDC" /> La 34ᵉ Région militaire a dénoncé, mardi 10 novembre, une campagne de désinformation visant certains de ses officiers engagés sur les lignes de front au Nord et au Sud-Kivu. Dans un communiqué officiel, son porte-parole, le major Dieudonné Kasereka, rejette les accusations relayées sur les réseaux sociaux, qui présentent certains commandants des FARDC comme étant en connivence avec les rebelles du Front pour la refondation de la nation (FRN).
Radio Okapi/Ph. Marc Maro Fimbo." /> Au moins trois personnes ont été tuées et quinze autres blessées lors d’une attaque armée survenue dimanche 8 novembre au site de déplacés de Plaine Savo, dans le territoire de Djugu, en Ituri, a rapporté ce mardi 10 novembre la société civile locale, qui fait également état de maisons incendiées et de l’enlèvement présumé d’un enfant.
" /> La situation est brièvement restée tendue lundi 09 novembre à Kisangani, dans la province de la Tshopo, à la suite de l'interception de trois véhicules transportant des personnes soupçonnées d'être des ressortissants étrangers liés au Front pour la refondation de la nation (FRN).
Plusieurs quartiers de la ville de Beni, au Nord-Kivu, font face depuis plusieurs jours, voire plusieurs semaines ou mois pour certains, à une pénurie d’eau potable fournie par la REGIDESO. Cette situation complique le quotidien des ménages et suscite des inquiétudes sanitaires, particulièrement dans un contexte marqué par l’épidémie d’Ebola où l’accès à l’eau est essentiel au respect des mesures d’hygiène.
À quelques jours de l’entrée en vigueur, le 15 novembre, de l’interdiction de navigation des embarcations en bois décidée par le gouvernement central, les ports de la ville de Bandundu continuent d’être desservis exclusivement par ces unités de transport. L’absence d’embarcations métalliques pour assurer la relève suscite de vives inquiétudes quant à la continuité du transport fluvial sur cet axe stratégique. Dans les différents ports d’embarquement de Bandundu, les embarcations en bois restent pour l’instant le principal moyen de transport des passagers et des marchandises vers plusieurs destinations fluviales, notamment Kinshasa.
Un nouveau rebondissement est intervenu dans le litige immobilier opposant, devant la Cour de cassation, Raphaël Katebe Katoto à son frère, Moïse Katumbi, au sujet de plusieurs propriétés et fermes situées dans le Haut-Katanga. La défense de Moïse Katumbi a rendu public, lundi 9 novembre, un rapport d’expertise judiciaire réalisé par une spécialiste assermentée en Belgique, concluant à l’authenticité des documents contestés.
Media reports on Tuesday focused on several topics. These include the health of detained opponent Prince Epenge and concerns raised by Fayulu. Other news involves a legal case between Moïse Katumbi and Raphaël Katebe Katoto. Reports also covered a national round table on transport and parliamentary control of road tolls.
The World Health Organization is concerned about armed attacks on health facilities in North Kivu during an Ebola outbreak. Several health establishments in Beni and the Mabalako health zone were targeted on November 5 and 6. These attacks have hindered patient care and response activities.
Two health facilities in the Alimbongo health zone of the Lubero territory have reopened. The Kitsombiro reference health center and the Kasingiri health center were closed on October 3. The closure happened after cases of Ebola virus disease were reported. Both centers resumed activities on November 5 after being shut for one month.
The closure of the national airport in Bunia has been extended until February 8, 2027. This measure is being maintained to fight the Ebola virus. Local economic operators and sociopolitical figures in Ituri have reacted to the decision. Many of these actors claim the closure is harming the provincial economy and are calling for the airport to reopen.
Interim Humanitarian Coordinator Alain Akpadji expressed concern over violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The reports of violence began on November 8 in the Fataki health zone. This area is located in the Djugu territory within the Ituri province. Akpadji is worried about how these events affect the response to Ebola.
The FARDC and MONUSCO have decided to increase joint patrols in the Djugu territory. This action is a response to ongoing insecurity in the area. The goal is to protect civilians and secure National Route 27. The forces also aim to improve how operations are coordinated on the ground.
The government and public administration unions met in a joint commission in Kinshasa. They developed recommendations for a salary reform. The goal is to reduce pay gaps and improve social conditions for state agents.
The response to Ebola in Ituri is being hindered by the degradation of roads.
Kidnappings of travelers are increasing in the Rutshuru territory of North Kivu. At least thirteen people were released after being held hostage over the weekend. These incidents occurred across two road axes in the region. Two victims are still being held by their captors.
A motion of no confidence was filed against Marie-Thérèse Sombo on Monday, November 9, 2026. Sombo serves as the minister for Higher Education, University, Scientific Research and Innovations. The motion was submitted to the National Assembly by deputy André Mushongo. The representative from Tshikapa stated that the document received more than 120 signatures.
An environmental expert in Muanda, Kongo-Central, is calling for stronger action against deforestation. This appeal comes as heavy rains and strong winds cause damage in several provinces of the DRC. The expert stated that the loss of plant cover makes erosion worse. This process increases the vulnerability of local people to natural disasters.
A nurses' strike in the city of Kindu, Maniema, is disrupting healthcare services. Several health centers have closed, and visits to the Kindu general reference hospital have dropped significantly. Patients and their families are worried about the situation. This occurs during a time when the province is seeing an increase in suspected cholera cases.
Armed men in military uniforms attacked the Ima Kafubu Catholic College in the Kipushi territory of Haut-Katanga. The assault occurred during the night between Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8. Witnesses reported that the attackers assaulted the school's head of studies. The group vandalized several rooms within the institution. They stole various valuables and a significant amount of money. An investigation is now underway to identify those responsible for the attack.
The provincial government of Maniema started a digital census of real estate properties on Monday, November 9, in Kindu. This campaign is conducted in partnership with a company called THE WIN. The operation seeks to identify both built and unbuilt plots. Officials intend to use this data to improve the collection of property taxes, rental income taxes, and vehicle stickers.
Radio Okapi/Ph. JC. LOKY" /> Depuis le mois de juin, les casques bleus de la MONUSCO sont perçus par une partie de la population comme un facteur de sécurité et de stabilité, à Mongwalu, dans le territoire de Djugu (Ituri). Lors d’une visite effectuée jeudi par une délégation de la Mission onusienne, plusieurs habitants ont témoigné de l’impact de cette présence, notamment dans l’appui à la riposte contre Ebola et dans la sécurisation de l’aérodrome local.
Photo Primature RDC" /> Les conseillers communaux en République démocratique du Congo réclament l'organisation d'élections pour désigner les exécutifs communaux, en remplacement des bourgmestres actuellement nommés par ordonnance présidentielle.
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Press reviews in Kinshasa on November 9, 2026, focused on a conflict between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda within the Francophonie. The reports discuss whether France must choose between the two nations. Additionally, newspapers are covering the Parliament's decision regarding a national Pantheon and a historical figure.
General Eddy Kapend, the commander of the 22nd military region, called on young graduates in Lubumbashi to join the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo. He made this appeal on November 7 during a meeting with youth parliamentarians. The general encouraged intellectuals to commit themselves to the national military.
Authorities in Kinshasa announced new measures to improve road traffic in the capital. Starting Monday, November 9, a mixed brigade will be stationed on main roads. Their goal is to regulate traffic flow. They will also ensure that established traffic restrictions are followed.
The election for the Secretary General of the International Organization of the Francophonie will take place in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The vote will occur during the 20th Francophonie Summit. This event is scheduled for November 15 and 16.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has been removed from the Financial Action Task Force’s grey list as of 30 October 2026. Despite this removal, the government has been urged to keep advancing the financial‑governance reforms it previously started. The call for continued reform comes from national authorities overseeing monetary and regulatory policies. The reforms target improved transparency and accountability in the country’s financial system. Officials emphasized that removal from the list does not mark the end of the required changes. Ongoing efforts are expected to focus on strengthening anti‑money‑laundering measures. The statement was accompanied by a photograph of the Congolese prime minister’s office.
Leaders from North Kivu and notables from the Beni territory have condemned a recent attack. The assault was attributed to ADF rebels in the Beni-Mbau sector. Reports indicate that around thirty civilians lost their lives during the incursion. The attack also resulted in significant material damage.
FC Céleste defeated FC Les Aigles du Congo with a score of 2 to 0 on Sunday, November 8. The match took place at the Tata Raphaël stadium in Kinshasa during the sixth day of the championship. This victory allows FC Céleste to take sole command of group B in the Illicocash Ligue 1.
The sports association Maniema Union of Kindu opened a transit sports center on November 7. Located in Kinshasa, the facility is used for player housing and preparation. The center includes 25 rooms and a synthetic grass field. It also features a multipurpose room, a weight room, and two locker rooms. Medical and administrative blocks are part of the infrastructure.
Fish production is currently low in the Maniema province, which has caused concern for those in the aquaculture sector. To address this issue, the Union of Fish Farmers' Associations of Maniema started a training program. The initiative began on Saturday, November 7, in Kindu. The training will last for two months and aims to make fish farmers more professional.
Heavy rainfall and strong winds hit the city of Gemena during a Friday to Saturday night. One person died and another is missing. Nearly 500 households suffered damage. Economic activities and traffic remain disrupted in several neighborhoods of the South-Ubangi provincial capital.
The National Human Rights Commission of Haut-Katanga denounced poor detention conditions in Lubumbashi on November 7. Over 500 people are being held at the Criminal Police premises. These individuals were arrested last Sunday during a joint operation by the Congolese National Police and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The operation occurred at a mining site in the Kambove territory.
Traders at the Gambela market in the Kasa-Vubu commune report a steady increase in the cost of basic food items. Prices for rice, vegetable oil, sugar, and cassava flour have risen. These price hikes are creating financial pressure for both the consumers and the sellers.
AS Maniema Union defeated AS Vita Club 2-1 on November 7 at the Joseph-Kabila stadium in Kindu. This match was part of the fourth day of the LINAFOOT Ligue 1. Kevin Makoko opened the scoring in the 25th minute for the opposing side. Clément Pitroipa equalized quickly in the 30th minute. Steven Binene scored the winning goal in the 87th minute.
A military garrison tribunal in Goma sentenced 66 soldiers from the 3415th FARDC regiment to death. These rulings followed a trial conducted under flagrante delicto procedures in Walikale-Centre. One other soldier received a ten-year prison sentence. Four defendants were acquitted of the charges.
The United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo intend to speed up their strategic partnership. They are focusing on energy, infrastructure, and critical minerals. This agreement was discussed during the second meeting of their Joint Steering Committee. The meeting took place on November 5 in Paris, France.
The French National Assembly has put forward five individuals to be granted the title of National Hero. The proposal aims to recognize their contributions to the nation. No further details were provided about the candidates.
Stéphanie Nsimba Manzanza won a medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The wrestler achieved this result on Saturday, November 7. This victory is the first Olympic medal for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The event marked a historic moment for the country's sports history.
MONUSCO peacekeepers have received praise from residents of Mongwalu in the Djugu territory of Ituri. The troops were deployed to the area last June. Locals credited the forces with improving security and helping the response to an Ebola epidemic. Specifically, the peacekeepers secured the local airfield. This action allowed medical equipment and medicines to be transported into the zone more easily.
The president of the Tshopo provincial assembly is requesting a moratorium on the ban of wooden whaling boats. This request was sent to the head of state in a letter dated November 7. The ban on navigation on the Congo River is set to begin in one week. Matheus Kanga warned that the measure would have negative economic and social effects on the landlocked province.
