Violent anti-government protests in DRC leave at least 8 people dead
U.N. Congo mission spokeswoman Florence Marchal said at least 82 people have been arrested across the country in connection with Sunday's protests.
South African President Zuma 'accomplice' to President Kabila 'atrocities' in DRC say protesters
"Jacob Zuma cannot welcome an illegitimate president," says protest leader Esaie-Prince Mpinda.
Around 60 inmates escape from DRC prison in second jail break in two days
Mass evasions come amid a surge in violence across a third of the Congolese territory.
Only financial pressure and sanctions on President Kabila 'can avert bloodshed' in DRC
Watchdog Enough Project tells IBTimes UK the US and EU need to act fast to avoid war.
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UN discovers another 17 mass graves in central DRC's Kasai region
Total of 40 mass graves now found in area ravaged by clashes between Kamuina Nsapu militia and army.
Strikes grip DRC's Kinshasa amid divided opposition over new PM Bruno Tshibala appointment
After PM came to power, many fear that a ban on demonstrations all over DRC will ignite violence.
Joseph Kabila appoints ousted opposition figure Bruno Tshibala as new prime minister of DRC
Tshibala's appointment comes after Samy Badibanga resigned on 6 April.
DRC 'could explode' if President Kabila does not appoint Felix Tshisekedi as PM today, say experts
Kabila "could either tame tensions or trigger an explosion" says Vava Tampa at Save The Congo.
UN will scale back Monusco peacekeeping force in DRC by 1,500
Reduction comes against backdrop of clashes between rebel factions and political turmoil.
UN urged to open investigation on murders of DRC human rights investigators
Bodies of Michael Sharp, Zaida Catalan and interpreter Betu Tshintela were found in a shallow grave.
US State Department urges DRC leaders to refrain from actions 'that could incite violence or unrest'
US 'concerned' after breakdown of talks between President Joseph Kabila's allies and the opposition.
Human rights NGOs beg for renewed Monusco mandate to curb rising DRC violence
FIDH report documents the deterioration of the security situation in the country since summer 2016.
DRC: Why the next 24 hours will be decisive for the future of the country
The signing of an arrangement to allow for the implementation of political accord is expected today.
French foreign minister warns Congolese 'risk being disappointed' if political deal not implemented
Jean-Marc Ayrault warns Congolese people's "disappointment" may fuel a violent crisis.
DRC: Drastic cuts to the world's biggest peacekeeping mission is 'playing with fire' warns France
5,190 human rights violations were recorded last year alone, with state agents responsible for 64%.
Rights group urges ICC to open probe into crimes allegedly linked to DRC President Kabila
APRODEC chairman speaks to IBTImes UK about new complaint filed at the ICC against Kabila.
DRC bishops hopeful political peace talks entering last phase as negotiations resume today
Failings to ensure first peaceful transition of power in DRC could spark rise of insecurity and instability.
Pope Francis sends strong political message by cancelling visit to DRC
The Pontiff was expected to meet controversial President Kabila during a visit this summer.
DRC gets Debout Congolaises!, a new 'feminist' web magazine to promote women's rights
Magazine a novelty in a country where women and girls suffer disproportionately from high rates of violence.
DRC President Kabila 'blocking peaceful handover' claims opponent Moise Katumbi
Katumbi, in exile, claims Kabila will block the implementation of 31 December power-sharing deal.
Activist Fred Bauma warns there is no political will from either side to hold elections in the DRC
The prominent LUCHA member tells IBTimes UK how the UK, US and EU can help deliver democracy in the DRC.
DRC's Kasaï-Oriental province requires emergency assistance for 600,000 says UN
Province is plagued by deadly violence between the Congolese army and local militia group Kamwina Nsapu.
EU threatens sanctions on DRC leaders and police over human rights violations
Crisis in DRC can only be resolved by the rapid implementation of 31 December power-sharing deal, EU says.
DRC's opposition coalition Rassemblement divided over new leadership
Felix Tshisekedi and former minister Pierre Lumbi have taken up presidency posts in main coalition.
DRC's opposition coalition Rassemblement names successors to late leader Etienne Tshisekedi
Son Felix Tshisekedi and former minister Pierre Lumbi take up presidency posts in main coalition.
DRC security forces killed 40 protesters in two weeks as Kabila was due to stand-down, says UN
Damning new report reveals that at least 917 people were arrested between 15 and 31 December 2016.
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