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DRC government must 'fully cooperate' with UN after experts abducted says HRW
Michael Sharp and Zaida Catalan were kidnapped as they investigated reports of human rights violation.
Congolese militia decapitates nearly 40 police officers captured in ambush
The tribal militiamen let off six policemen who could speak the local Tshiluba language.
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%.
Robert Mugabe calls for union of African states
In a rallying cry, Mugabe appealed for greater economic integration among African countries.
Disturbing new videos appear to show DRC soldiers killing militia child soldiers
New footage shows suspected Kamwina Nsapu militiamen executed by soldiers in Kasai region.
Disturbing details emerge following discovery of eight mass graves in DRC's Kasaï-Central
Kasaï Central is plagued by deadly violence between the security forces and a local militia, Kamwina Nsapu.
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.
US and Swedish UN experts kidnapped in DRC were investigating 'executions'
Probe follows footage seemingly showing soldiers shooting at civilians during a counterinsurgency operation.
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.
DRC North Kivu Mugunga III camp: Dozens of displaced families not receiving assistance
Displaced people say they expect more families to arrive because rebels 'continue to kill people'.
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.
Congolese army clashes with Kamwina Nsapu militiamen in Kasaï-Central province
Local militia group is said to be avenging death of leader by carrying out attacks in region.
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.
Two UN experts 'abducted' in DRC's restive Kasaï region
American and Swedish UN investigators kidnapped by unidentified men with drivers and interpret.
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 government investigating mass graves in Kasaï province says spokesman
UN top official urges Security Council to establish a commission of inquiry on violence against civilians.
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.
Hutu exodus surges in DRC's North Kivu after Maï-Maï 'threaten' with new massacre
In November 2016, 30 people were killed in a Maï-Maï Mazembe attack in the Lubero territory.
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.
Number of Congolese armed forces convicted of sexual violence stands at 454 for 2016
Out of a total 519 registered victims, 399 were reported as minors.
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 security forces launch assault on Bundu Dia Kongo separatist leader's residence
Né Mwanda Nsémi is accused of ordering his followers to bring down the government.
Glencore paid $75m mining royalties destined to DRC's state company to Israeli billionaire instead
Following a Global Witness investigation, Glencore admitted to having paid Dan Gertler's subsidiary.
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.
'We are ready for war' – Burundi's rebel groups and how they plan to topple President Nkurunziza
IBTimes UK speaks to a leading figure within the armed rebellion active inside the country.
22 dead in clashes between army and M23 rebels in DRC since January says official
Group was accused of being responsible for a series of murders, rapes and forced recruitment of children.
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.
UK select committee says DFID to ensure resources are available for successful DRC elections
House of Commons committee highlights need to tackle outbreaks of violence and political stalemate.