DRC

Deal was aimed at stemming the violence that followed President Kabila's refusal to relinquish the presidency.

Elsa Buchanan Jan 03, 2017

"This Congolese crisis is forgotten for financial reasons, due to international corruption," activist tells IBTimes UK.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 30, 2016

CENCO hopes for political agreement as risks of political instability and violence grow.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 29, 2016

Diongo was found guilty of illegally detaining 3 soldiers during a protest last week.

Nandini Krishnamoorthy Dec 29, 2016

A deal between President Joseph Kabila and the opposition hangs in the balance.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 28, 2016

Activists fear political instability and more deaths as President Joseph Kabila remains entrenched.

James Etherington-Smith Dec 25, 2016

Deal reached following deadly anti-government protests calling incumbent leader to step down.

Ludovica Iaccino Dec 23, 2016

People in Western nations need to urge their leaders to act on the violence.

Vava Tampa Dec 22, 2016

'We can't go on like nothing is happening,' said French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault.

Romil Patel Dec 21, 2016

18 Lucha activists were arrested by police during a peaceful demonstration in Goma.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 21, 2016

US, EU sanctions against top Congolese security officials said to be 'useless' as crackdown on protests deepens.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 21, 2016

UK and Belgium say they will have to re-evaluate their relationships with the vast African nation.

Romil Patel Dec 20, 2016

Raphael Katebe Katoto tells IBTimes UK as situation deteriorates due to 'the population taking charge'.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 20, 2016

Lucha activist tells IBTimes UK of fears as youths 'form groups' to protest against President Kabila using violence.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 20, 2016

Chantale Ramazani Wazuri tells IBTimes UK how 'institutions are instrumentalised by the executive power'.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 20, 2016

Prime Minister Samy Badibanga names new interim government five minutes before deadline for Kabila to step down.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 20, 2016

Demonstrators in Kalamu, Matete and Lingwala districts blew whistles to signal to Kabila that it was time to leave.

Nandini Krishnamoorthy Dec 20, 2016

'The regime is arresting and kidnapping people and leaders from the opposition,' one opponent said.

Romil Patel Dec 19, 2016

Save the Congo slams Kabila's decision to 'illegally' cling to power beyond his last constitutional mandate.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 19, 2016

As Kabila's final term expires today, adviser Michael Sakombi claims he will 'respect the Constitution'.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 19, 2016

US says DRC situation is 'potentially explosive' since 'efforts to work out an acceptable transition failed'.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 16, 2016

US political transition may disrupt engagement on DRC as potential for violence remains high.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 16, 2016

With just days to go before Kabila's final term expires, authorities announced blocking of social networks.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 15, 2016

With just days to go before Kabila's final term expires, what are the consequences of a prolonged rule?

Anthony W. Gambino Dec 14, 2016

IBTimes UK exclusively speaks to the Church's commission hoping to prevent much feared bloodshed.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 13, 2016

Residents in North Kivu region fear fighters could commit human rights violations and attack civilians.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 12, 2016

US follows suit by imposing sanctions on two officials.

Romil Patel Dec 12, 2016

Unless there is an easy way out the president will almost be 'forced to stay' says Pragmora think tank

Elsa Buchanan Dec 12, 2016

Commission already postponed vote once as fears grow nation could plunge into chaos over new delay.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 07, 2016

There is just a fortnight left to prevent more violence, deaths and conflict, British diplomat warns.

Elsa Buchanan Dec 06, 2016