
Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo reaches two new health zones
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two additional health zones, bringing the total number of affected areas to 60, according to the health ministry.
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The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two additional health zones, bringing the total number of affected areas to 60, according to the health ministry.
An international ceasefire monitoring team has been dispatched to eastern DR Congo to oversee peace agreements and verify compliance in the region.

The potential of the Doha Framework to resolve the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is being discussed, following Kinshasa's handover of 15 prisoners to a powerful rebel alliance.
Healthcare workers in the Ebola-affected eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have gone on strike again due to unpaid wages, according to reports.

Conflict minerals continue to fuel the ongoing war in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, despite existing US sanctions. The illicit trade in these resources exacerbates the conflict and humanitarian crisis in the region.
NPR is reporting from the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, providing insights from the region affected by an ongoing Ebola outbreak.

A new Human Rights Watch report reveals that the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group has forcibly recruited and detained thousands of people in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, subjecting them to inhumane conditions and abuse.

The World Health Organization (WHO) reported a significant increase in suspected Ebola cases and deaths from the Bundibugyo strain, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The WHO chief visited the epicenter and announced prioritization of clinical trials for treatments and vaccines.
Residents in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are experiencing widespread fear and distress as the deadly Ebola virus continues to spread through the region.

AFC/M23 rebels, reportedly backed by Rwanda, have withdrawn from several positions in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo following US diplomatic pressure. The Congolese army has moved in to regain control, marking a significant development in the conflict.
The M23 rebel group has begun to pull back from towns in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as international pressure for a ceasefire intensifies.
Uganda has announced the reopening of its border posts with the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, signaling a potential easing of tensions or improved relations.
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, biogas technology is being utilized to help residents cut down on energy bills and combat deforestation.
The African Development Bank Group has approved $48.8 million to help restore essential services and strengthen resilience in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Ugandan and Congolese military forces successfully rescued approximately 200 hostages from the ISIL-backed Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militants in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The joint operation targeted the militant group's strongholds in the region.

An attack in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in the deaths of 43 people.
Human Rights Watch is conducting an investigation into the M23 rebel group's occupation of Uvira in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Violence targeting journalists has seen a significant surge in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising concerns about press freedom and safety.
UN and Congolese forces are struggling against a renewed M23 offensive, deepening the humanitarian crisis in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
A United Nations mission has condemned the use of drones in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising concerns about escalating conflict tactics in the region.
Leaders of the East African Community (EAC) have issued a call for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

More than 200 people were killed on Tuesday in a landslide triggered by heavy rains at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the country's mining ministry said late Wednesday.

A mine collapse in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 200 fatalities, including approximately 70 children, in the same mine that previously collapsed last month.
Reports indicate ongoing mass killings in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with calls for the Banyamulenge community to be heard amidst the violence.
A spokesperson for the M23 rebel group was killed in a drone strike by the Congo army in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

The deadly Ebola virus has expanded across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, now affecting 60 health zones after spreading to two new areas. Health authorities are scrambling to contain the rapidly growing epidemic.
A regional mission has been deployed to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to verify the ceasefire in the conflict-affected region. This mission aims to ensure compliance with the agreement and promote stability.
At least 16 civilians were killed in an attack in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to İlke Haber Ajansı.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced it possesses less than half of the funds required to effectively combat the ongoing Ebola epidemic in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Angry protesters set fire to an Ebola treatment center in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, killing a police officer and injuring two others, according to officials.
NPR reports from the outbreak zone in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, covering the ongoing Ebola crisis.
A new outbreak of the Ebola virus has been reported in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in the deaths of 80 individuals.
United Nations agencies are stepping up their efforts to combat the Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, enhancing their response activities.

A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in at least 80 deaths, with reports of constant burials. Authorities have also confirmed 13 cases of a rare variant of the virus.

Human Rights Watch has released a report accusing M23 rebels and Rwandan forces of committing widespread atrocities against civilians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The report details killings, rapes, and other abuses in the region.

An analysis highlights the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as an extremely sensitive zone due to territorial disputes, resource competition, multi-ethnic tensions, and decades of conflict.
Biogas technology is being utilized in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to help residents cut energy costs and combat deforestation.
The use of biogas in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is proving beneficial by helping to cut household bills and combat deforestation in the region.

Intensified clashes in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo since early 2025 have led to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people. Tens of thousands have fled to Burundi, where rapidly growing refugee camps are struggling with severe shortages of food, shelter, and blankets.
Terms of Reference (TORs) have been issued for an inter-agency humanitarian evaluation of the response in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The evaluation is scheduled for April 2026.

At least 43 civilians were killed in a brutal terrorist attack by Daesh-linked Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Ugandan Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba announced that Ugandan troops are prepared to withdraw from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Uganda's General Muhoozi Kainerugaba announced that Ugandan troops will withdraw from some positions in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
A militia attack in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in the deaths of 25 people, highlighting ongoing violence in the region.

A French aid worker for UNICEF was killed in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, following overnight airstrikes that also claimed several other lives, as confirmed by President Emmanuel Macron.
A deadly landslide in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has left dozens of people missing.

More than 200 people are feared dead after a landslide in a coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The mine was previously known for its extremely unsafe conditions.
A landslide at a mining site in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has reportedly killed over 100 people.

Congolese authorities and civil society groups have reported the discovery of mass graves in an area recently vacated by M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Five years after the assassination of Ambassador Attanasio, the security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has reportedly deteriorated.
Authorities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo defied a capital directive to halt academic operations, citing ongoing educational needs amid regional political friction.
A mission to verify the ceasefire between the Congolese army and M23 rebels has been deployed to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The team is now operating in South Kivu to monitor the agreement.
Jihadist attacks in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have resulted in the deaths of at least 20 people.
UN News reports that UN official Türk has urged an immediate stop to the use of explosive weapons in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

A mother and child suffering from Ebola have been kidnapped from a hospital in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting ongoing community distrust in health services. The victims' whereabouts are unknown, and searches are underway.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that Ebola is spreading into new areas in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising concerns about the outbreak's containment.
ADF rebels have killed 17 people in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

An Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo has led to 136 deaths, prompting the WHO to warn about its rapid spread and scale. International efforts are ramping up to contain the deadly virus as fear grips affected communities.
A rebel pullout in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has brought some relief to the region, though lasting peace remains elusive.
An armed group operating in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has announced a unilateral ceasefire, preceding proposed peace talks aimed at de-escalating conflict in the region.
Local media reports indicate that at least 50 civilians have been killed in attacks attributed to the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The attacks highlight ongoing violence in the region.
A suspected attack by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in the deaths of 22 people.
Amnesty International has accused ADF fighters, who are linked to the Islamic State, of committing war crimes in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The human rights organization highlighted grave violations in the conflict-ridden region.
The head of MONUSCO has urged for concerted joint action in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to address the ongoing challenges in the region.

Fighting is escalating in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo between Congolese soldiers, supported by local armed groups, and M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, pushing civilians to a breaking point.
A rebel attack in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in the deaths of 43 people, according to army reports.
Reports indicate that M23 rebels have withdrawn from multiple positions in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a significant development in the ongoing conflict.
ADF rebels have attacked gold mines in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in several fatalities.

A French aid worker was among three people killed in drone strikes on a residential building in Goma, a rebel-held city in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which witnesses say was frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers.

At least three people were killed in a drone attack on a residential area of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with M23 rebels blaming the government for the assault.

International concern is rising over the crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, following a deadly mine collapse and ongoing cease-fire violations by rebels, prompting condemnation from the U.S., EU, and global partners.
More than 200 people died on Tuesday when a landslide occurred in a columbite mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to the Ministry of Mines.
A second mine collapse within weeks in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in the deaths of six people, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.
At least 171 bodies have been discovered in what are believed to be two mass graves in the conflict-affected eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Despite a ceasefire agreement, fighting has resumed in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising concerns about the fragile peace in the region.