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Congo giraffes on brink of extinction say conservationists
The giraffes were part of the reason the national park they live in was awarded UNESCO protected status.
William Watkinson Jan 18, 2016
DRC: As help reaches Madaya, 7.5 million people in Congo also need humanitarian aid
Five million people have restricted or uncertain access to adequate food.
Romil Patel Jan 12, 2016
DRC: Rallies to raise pressure on Kabila as Opposition launches 'patriotic appeal'
The DRC's opposition parties will hold rallies demanding that Kabila steps down from power.
Romil Patel Jan 12, 2016
DRC: Is the Congolese army involved in the rising cases of kidnapping?
Over 170 Congolese and three foreign nationals were kidnapped in 35 separate incidents in east DRC in 2015.
Elsa Buchanan Dec 16, 2015
DRC: Government needs to create special police to fight alarming rise of kidnappings
In 2015, over 175 people have been kidnapped - at times abused or raped - in eastern Congo.
Elsa Buchanan Dec 16, 2015
Return fugitives in exchange for 'most wanted' man, DRC tells Rwanda
DRC's justice minister warns Rwanda to 'respond very clearly' to its arrest warrants.
Romil Patel Dec 11, 2015
Rwanda genocide: DRC arrests Ladislas Ntaganzwa accused of killing 20,000 Tutsi civilians
Ntaganzwa is accused of orchestrating the killing of tens of thousands and has a $5m (£3.2m) bounty on his head.
Elsa Buchanan Dec 11, 2015
DRC: Who are the political prisoners currently 'unlawfully' detained in Kinshasa?
IBTimes UK reveals the names of people detained for speaking against DRC's government.
Elsa Buchanan Dec 10, 2015
DRC: Political opponents to President Kabila threatened - 'We will make you disappear'
DRC government asked to take 'urgent action' over political repression ahead of 2016 elections
Elsa Buchanan Dec 10, 2015
DRC: State executions, arbitrary arrests and detentions plague Kabila's glissement to a third term
Government crackdown on political opposition could compromise the DRC's 2016 elections, the UN has warned.
Romil Patel Dec 09, 2015
DRC: Elections will bring peace and investment opportunities says Wivine Mumba Matipa
Former Congo minister exclusively speaks to IBTImes UK about the future of the DRC.
Elsa Buchanan Dec 07, 2015
In Focus: Violence perpetrators in DRC benefit from poor coverage of conflict
IBTimesUK speaks with Phil Clark from Soas university on human rights in DRC before presidential election.
Ludovica Iaccino Dec 05, 2015
DRC: Dozens killed in fresh violence as President Kabila calls for dialogue
Clashes between rebels and government forces leave several dead in latest violence in volatile region.
Ludovica Iaccino Nov 30, 2015
DRC 2016: Why the elections matter to the world
IBTimes UK takes a closer look at the social, political and economic factors in the DRC before the elections.
Ludovica Iaccino Nov 28, 2015
DRC persecution of government critics 'can lead to human rights crisis'
DRC government accused of persecuting political opponents and activists one year before presidential election.
Staff Reporter Nov 26, 2015
Burundi: Genocide fear has UN on alert to deploy troops from DRC to keep peace
UN considering to move Monusco troops as it is not equipped enough to deal with violence in Burundi.
Ludovica Iaccino Nov 12, 2015
DRC: Kabila should not face prosecution says main rival Katumbi
Likely successor says the president should not be pursued after his mandate expires.
Romil Patel Nov 12, 2015
DRC: Elections delayed by up to four years is 'troubling but not surprising'
A deferral of elections is likely to stoke tensions further in the country, which has seen violence against opponents to President Kabila.
Staff Reporter Nov 01, 2015
DRC: Army officers and ADF rebels killed amid surge in fighting in North Kivu
A taxi driver set himself on fire amid rising 'police harassment' in DRC's Katanga region.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 30, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Enyelle and Independent Movement of Liberation and Allies (MILIA)?
Efforts to protect civilians in DRC's eastern North Kivu region have resulted in the rise of militias.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 30, 2015
Rwanda: Parliament allows Kagame to extend rule amid growing discontent over third-terms in Africa
Paul Kagame could be the president of Rwanda until 2034.
Romil Patel Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the armed groups killing for land, resources, and ethnicity?
Regions of the DRC are still at the mercy of armed groups and the Congolese armed forces.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Armed forces of the DRC (FARDC)?
FARDC has been accused by human rights groups of involvement in criminal activities.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Patriotic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (FPLC)?
Thomas Lubanga Dyilo founded Union des Patriotes Congolais (UPC) and was commander of FPLC.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Front for Patriotic Resistance in Ituri (FRPI)?
The FRPI and its off-shoot FPJC have been an active armed militia and political party in DRC's north-eastern region.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Raia Mutomboki?
Raia Mutomboki started operating in 2011 as self-defence militias in response to attacks by the FDLR.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA)?
LRA was founded by Alice Lakwena to fight for the interests of the Acholi people.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are National Congress for the Defence of the People (CNDP)?
CNDP is a political armed militia established by Laurent Nkunda in the Kivu region.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Nyatura rebels?
Nyatura collaborated with FDLR rebels and the Congolese army to protect Hutu interests.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
Battle for control of the DRC: Who are the Mai-Mai groups?
The Mai-Mai are the most prolific recruiters of child soldiers, and are accused of rape and torture.
Elsa Buchanan Oct 29, 2015
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