Turkey Offers Mediation as M23 Rebels Advance on Goma in Eastern DRC Conflict
The conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has intensified, with M23 rebels gaining ground and threatening the strategic...
January 24, 2025Section
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Rwanda’s Oil Discovery: A Potential Game-Changer in Lake Kivu
Rwanda's recent announcement of 13 confirmed oil reservoirs in Lake Kivu marks a pivotal moment for the country's energy sector....
January 16, 2025
Uganda’s Military Strategy in DRC: The Gold Connection
Uganda's gold exports reached $2.3 billion in 2023, a tenfold increase from the previous year. This dramatic rise reflects a...
December 26, 2024
Congo Takes Apple to Court Over Blood-Stained Minerals
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has launched lawsuits against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium. Coverage and analysis from...
December 17, 2024
Biden Commits Over $1 Billion to Africa Amid Growing Competition with China
President Joe Biden's recent three-day tour of Africa focused on strengthening economic ties with Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo...
December 5, 2024
Critical Minerals Drive Biden’s Last-Minute African Strategy
President Joe Biden's trip to Angola, though late in his term, carries significant weight in the context of global power...
December 3, 2024
Aliko Dangote’s Strategic Move: Eyeing Angola’s Lobito Corridor and Oil Sector
Aliko Dangote, one of Africa's wealthiest and most influential businessmen, is now targeting Angola's promising economic opportunities. The Nigerian tycoon...
November 27, 2024
Breaking the Corruption Cycle: IMF’s Radical Plan for DRC
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) confronts a defining moment. The IMF's $2.87 billion funding package arrives with profound conditions...
November 19, 2024
DRC’s Political Crossroads: Constitutional Changes Spark Debate
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) finds itself at a critical juncture as President Felix Tshisekedi proposes constitutional changes. This...
November 8, 2024