War Returns to the Democratic Republic of Congo: What to Know
The Democratic Republic of Congo has been mired in conflict for years. As fresh fighting surges in the east, the roots of today’s violence can be traced back to old problems.
Democratic Republic of Congo: What's happening and why are M23 rebels fighting?
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels who in late January captured Goma, the biggest city in eastern Congo, have since been advancing around one of Africa's great lakes, Lake Kivu, towards the second-biggest city in the area,
4 things to know about Democratic Republic of Congo and its minerals
DR Congo is a country in Central Africa but many people do not know that the country hosts many mineral resources important for making smartphones.
M23 Rebels Reach Airport Near Bukavu in Eastern Congo
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have reached the strategic Kavumu airport that services Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province, three sources told Reuters on Friday.
M23 rebel group warns of advance into the Congo following ceasefire talks
Hopes for a ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of Congo are fading as the Rwanda-backed rebel group, M23, is vying to expand its control. NBC News’ Steve Patterson reports on the violence in the mineral-rich country.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: DR Congo Military Forcing Civilians to Fight M23
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo - Reports have emerged of the Congolese military (FARDC) shooting at civilians attempting to flee the violence. Eyewitnesses claim that government forces are forcing local residents to take up arms and join the fight against the advancing M23 rebels.
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Good Morning Delmarva discusses Miriam’s Table’s annual beach bingo fundraiser
Miriam’s Table is a non-profit that helps children with malnutrition in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They are hosting their 4th annual Beach Bingo Fundraiser on February 22nd and the founder, ...
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Almost 3,000 people killed in Democratic Republic of the Congo fighting
Almost 3,000 people have been killed in fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the UN has said. Vivian van de Perre, a senior UN official based in the city of Goma, said the ...
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Rebels declare 'humanitarian' cease-fire in war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo
Feb. 4 (UPI) --Rebels occupying the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo city of Goma called a unilateral pause in the fighting, but the government dismissed the cease-fire as a stunt designed ...