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Gen. Sultan Makenga interacts with AFC M23 Spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka. The AFCM23 rebel movement blamed the government coalition for the attack in the town located about 30 kilometres north of Uvira city.
Africa
Sange: DR Congo army blamed for grenade attack that killed five
Friday, January 30, 2026
DR Congo and AFCM23 negotiators in Doha, in November 2025. Negotiators of AFCM23 and the Congolese government side are in Doha Qatar for another round of talks. Courtesy
Africa
AFC/M23 delegation in Doha for new round of peace talks
Thursday, January 29, 2026
AFC-M23 officials pose for a group photo in eastern DR Congo. File
Africa
Congolese in Rwanda say AFC/M23 offers hope
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Both delegations pose for a photo on Wednesday, January 28.
Security
Defence minister hosts visiting Namibian MPs
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Banyamulenge self-defence group Twirwaneho has issued a warning over attacks targeting Banyamulenge communities in eastern DR Congo. Courtesy
Africa
DR Congo: Twirwaneho warns of govt attacks on Uvira, Minembwe highlands
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Some of the weapons and ammunitions that were seized by M23 in eastern DR Congo. Photo by James Munyaneza
Africa
Twelve months after Goma’s fall, peace efforts still limp
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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Africa
AFC/M23 say they will not withdraw from Goma, Bukavu
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Secondary school students during an interactive session with author Charles Mutaganzwa to discuss his book.
Education
Students welcome Kagame’s insights, lessons highlighted in new book
Sunday, January 25, 2026
BK Group CEO Uzziel Ndagijimana, BK CEO Diane Karusisi, Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Eugene Ubalijoro, celebrate at BK Legacy Gala Dinner on Friday, January 23. All photo by Craish BAHIZI
Featured
Featured: BK’s 60-year journey told through the voices of its clients
Sunday, January 25, 2026
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Security
Former FDLR commandos, civilian dependants received at Mutobo
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Congolese government and AFC/M23 representatives sign the Declaration of Principles in Doha on July 19, 2025. Courtesy
Africa
Integration of AFC/M23 into DR Congo army to be discussed in Doha - US official
Friday, January 23, 2026
The Banyamulenge diaspora has appealed to the United States to urgently intervene over escalating violence, displacement and human rights abuses in Uvira, South Kivu
Africa
Banyamulenge group urges US Congress to condemn violence in Uvira
Thursday, January 22, 2026
The leader of the AFCM23 movement, Corneille Nangaa, has rejected renewed attempts by Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi to divert ongoing peace talks to Angola
Africa
Nangaa rejects Tshisekedi's attempt at peace talks in Luanda
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Engineer Musoni's construction project at Kibagabaga. Photos by Kellya Keza
Featured
Engineer Musoni on turning architectural skill into enterprise
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Benjamin Manirakiza, 41, a university lecturer arrested on Monday, January 19, over alleged child defilement and sexual exploitation. Courtesy
Crime
New details emerge on university lecturer charged with sexual abuse
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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International
PHOTOS: RDF contingent begins construction works in Jamaica
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
PHOTO BY IGIHE
Crime
University lecturer arrested over sexual abuse
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Corneille Nangaa, the political coordinator of Congo River Alliance (AFC-M23).
Africa
Nangaa’s family says they are targeted by DR Congo intel agencies
Monday, January 19, 2026

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