U.N. Congo mission spokeswoman Florence Marchal said at least 82 people have been arrested across the country in connection with Sunday's protests.

"Jacob Zuma cannot welcome an illegitimate president," says protest leader Esaie-Prince Mpinda.

Mass evasions come amid a surge in violence across a third of the Congolese territory.

Watchdog Enough Project tells IBTimes UK the US and EU need to act fast to avoid war.

Commentators claim Kabila has violated power-sharing deal with appointment of new government.

President Joseph Kabila's officials are accused of a political blockade and violence against civilians.

Kabila regime used fake militia men to commit crimes and blamed armed group, APRODEC tells IBTimes UK.

Any suspension in the elections – scheduled for December 2017 – could spark violence, warn analysts.

Total of 40 mass graves now found in area ravaged by clashes between Kamuina Nsapu militia and army.

After PM came to power, many fear that a ban on demonstrations all over DRC will ignite violence.

Tshibala's appointment comes after Samy Badibanga resigned on 6 April.

Kabila "could either tame tensions or trigger an explosion" says Vava Tampa at Save The Congo.

Reduction comes against backdrop of clashes between rebel factions and political turmoil.

Bodies of Michael Sharp, Zaida Catalan and interpreter Betu Tshintela were found in a shallow grave.

US 'concerned' after breakdown of talks between President Joseph Kabila's allies and the opposition.

FIDH report documents the deterioration of the security situation in the country since summer 2016.

The signing of an arrangement to allow for the implementation of political accord is expected today.

Jean-Marc Ayrault warns Congolese people's "disappointment" may fuel a violent crisis.

5,190 human rights violations were recorded last year alone, with state agents responsible for 64%.

APRODEC chairman speaks to IBTImes UK about new complaint filed at the ICC against Kabila.

Failings to ensure first peaceful transition of power in DRC could spark rise of insecurity and instability.

The Pontiff was expected to meet controversial President Kabila during a visit this summer.

Magazine a novelty in a country where women and girls suffer disproportionately from high rates of violence.

Katumbi, in exile, claims Kabila will block the implementation of 31 December power-sharing deal.

The prominent LUCHA member tells IBTimes UK how the UK, US and EU can help deliver democracy in the DRC.

Province is plagued by deadly violence between the Congolese army and local militia group Kamwina Nsapu.

Crisis in DRC can only be resolved by the rapid implementation of 31 December power-sharing deal, EU says.

Felix Tshisekedi and former minister Pierre Lumbi have taken up presidency posts in main coalition.

Son Felix Tshisekedi and former minister Pierre Lumbi take up presidency posts in main coalition.

Damning new report reveals that at least 917 people were arrested between 15 and 31 December 2016.