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Democratic Republic of the Congo

Tracked across 81 events · 1425 articles · First seen Feb 03, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026

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A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's remote Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, marking the country's 17th outbreak since 1976. The United States — Centers…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing its 17th Ebola outbreak, which poses significant public health and logistical challenges, especially in remote, conflict-ridden areas like Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province. The outbreak could further strain its resources and stability.
May 15, 2026 · 58 articles
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A new Ebola outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in 80 deaths and 246 suspected…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the epicenter of the new Ebola outbreak, specifically in its Ituri province. The outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain is the 17th in the country's history, complicating response efforts due to the lack of existing treatments and vaccines for this specific strain.
May 16, 2026 · 16 articles
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A new Ebola outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain has emerged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with its health minister, Roger Kamba, warning of a very high lethality rate (up to 50%) and no…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing a new Ebola outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain, which has a high lethality rate and no available vaccine or specific treatment. The outbreak has already caused 80 deaths and poses a significant public health challenge for the nation.
May 16, 2026 · 9 articles
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A confirmed Ebola Virus Disease outbreak has been reported in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. Preliminary laboratory results from France…
Impact: Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing a confirmed Ebola Virus Disease outbreak in its Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths reported. The outbreak poses significant health and economic challenges, particularly in mining-related areas.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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A new Ebola outbreak, the 17th in Democratic Republic of the Congo, has been confirmed in Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. The United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Impact: Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing its 17th Ebola outbreak, primarily in Ituri province, which poses significant health and logistical challenges due to insecurity and poor infrastructure. The outbreak is complicated by the presence of a non-Zaire strain of the virus.
May 15, 2026 · 41 articles
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda are experiencing confirmed Ebola outbreaks. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 65 deaths out of 246 suspected cases in its Ituri province, while Uganda confirmed…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing a confirmed Ebola outbreak in its Ituri province, with 65 deaths out of 246 suspected cases.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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A new Ebola outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has been reported in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with at least 87 deaths and 336 suspected cases. Congolese Health Minister…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak, with 87 deaths reported in its Ituri province. The country faces significant logistical challenges in containing the spread due to its size and ongoing conflicts.
May 16, 2026 · 29 articles
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The World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency due to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, specifically the Bundibugyo strain for which no vaccine exists. The outbreak has resulted…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak, with 88 deaths and 336 suspected cases reported, facing significant challenges in containing the spread due to poor infrastructure and ongoing conflict.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a 'public health emergency of international concern.' The current epidemic is caused by the Bundibugyo ebolavirus, for…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of the primary locations of the Ebola outbreak, with numerous suspected deaths and cases reported, leading to significant public health concerns.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, following a rapid increase in cases and deaths. The outbreak, primarily…
Impact: Democratic Republic of the Congo is the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak, with the majority of suspected cases and deaths occurring in its Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province. The outbreak poses significant health and economic challenges due to insecurity and population movement.
May 17, 2026 · 158 articles
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An Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in 88 deaths and 336 suspected cases. The World Health Organization has declared it an international health emergency,…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the primary location of the Ebola outbreak, which has resulted in 88 deaths and 336 suspected cases. The country's health minister has warned about the high lethality rate of the Bundibugyo strain and the lack of a vaccine.
May 17, 2026 · 14 articles
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The United States has imposed sanctions on Joseph Kabila, the former President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, for his alleged support of the Rwanda-backed March 23 Movement and its political-military arm, the Congo…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing significant political instability and conflict in its eastern region, fueled by rebel groups allegedly supported by Joseph Kabila and Rwanda. The U.S. sanctions aim to help stabilize the country and revive a peace process.
May 01, 2026 · 7 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo government reported over 200 deaths in the landslide and blamed the M23 rebel group for allowing unsafe mining. The country is also offering mining assets, including Rubaya, to the United States under a minerals cooperation framework.
Mar 04, 2026 · 11 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the primary location of the mine collapse and a major global supplier of coltan. The ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in its eastern region are exacerbated by such events.
Mar 04, 2026 · 7 articles
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In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, rumors of a mysterious illness causing genital atrophy spread through villages in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Tshopo, amplified by social media and local churches. This misinformation…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the primary location where health misinformation has led to violence and killings, impacting its public health system and rule of law.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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A militia attack by the Cooperative for the Development of Congo (Codeco) killed at least 69 people in Ituri province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on April 28. These attacks were retaliatory, following an earlier…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the primary location of the conflict, with its Ituri province being the site of the militia attacks and ongoing humanitarian crisis. The Congolese army (FARDC) is involved in fighting against the militia groups.
May 09, 2026 · 7 articles
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Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda are engaged in a diplomatic battle over the leadership of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF). Both nations have fielded rival candidates for the secretary general position,…
Impact: Democratic Republic of the Congo is engaged in a diplomatic battle with Rwanda over the leadership of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) and is experiencing ongoing conflict in its eastern region.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of the twelve countries whose citizens are prevented from entering the United States due to the travel ban.
Jun 05, 2025 · 7 articles
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Impact: Mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a top cobalt and second-largest copper producer, are forced to cut usage of sulphuric acid or consider output cuts due to disrupted supplies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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CoTec Holdings and Copper Intelligence Inc. have signed a non-binding term sheet to form an early-stage exploration joint venture. This partnership, which also involves investment vehicles associated with Julian Treger and Lucio Genovese, will focus…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the location for the joint venture's operations, focusing on its historical copper districts and tailings opportunities.
May 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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Daddy Mukadi, Chief Regulatory Officer of Airtel Africa and Chair of GSMA Africa's Policy Group, has called on African governments to implement two key tax reforms to accelerate digital inclusion across Africa. Speaking at an…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo hosted the event where the tax reforms were proposed, with its President, Félix Tshisekedi, in attendance, indicating potential for the country to be an early adopter of these policies.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the actual location where the Reuters video footage, falsely presented by Donald Trump, was filmed, showing humanitarian workers lifting body bags after M23 rebel assaults in Goma.
May 22, 2025 · 9 articles
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This event covers a range of significant developments. In U.S. politics, Donald Trump's endorsement helped Julia Letlow advance in Louisiana's Republican Senate primary, while incumbent Bill Cassidy was eliminated. Trump also announced a joint U.S.-Nigerian…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing a new Ebola outbreak with 87 reported deaths.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo reported 4,043 verified grave violations against children, making it one of the countries with the highest numbers.
Jun 19, 2025 · 7 articles
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Impact: Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo experienced a mine collapse at its Rubaya coltan site, resulting in a disputed death toll and highlighting the dangers of mining in conflict zones.
Mar 04, 2026 · 9 articles
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TRST01, a carbon intelligence and digital MRV firm, launched a three-hub platform to mobilize green finance and investment in carbon markets. India serves as the technology hub, Singapore as the green finance hub, and United…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a Global South sovereign market where TRST01's platform is deployed, having served as technology partner for its National Digital Carbon Credit Registry.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Impact: The sustainability bond is also planned to be implemented in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has escalated, leading to significant global economic disruption. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical trade route, remains largely shut, and the United States has imposed…
Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a recipient of aid from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and shipments to the Democratic Republic of the Congo are experiencing delays due to fuel price increases in Kenya.
Apr 02, 2026 · 45 articles
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Impact: The Democratic Republic of the Congo was previously threatened with a visa halt by the United Kingdom, which led to cooperation agreements for the return of undocumented migrants.
Mar 03, 2026 · 13 articles
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Uganda neighbor Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo shares a critical border with Uganda, curre
Uganda neighbor Democratic Republic of the Congo Uganda maintains active infrastructure and trade ties with the Democratic Republ
South Sudan neighbor Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo shares a border with South Sudan, leading t
South Sudan neighbor Democratic Republic of the Congo South Sudan shares a border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leaving i
Burundi security-partner Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo cooperates with Burundi on regional securit
Burundi security-partner Democratic Republic of the Congo Burundi maintains a strategic security partnership with the Democratic Republic
Equatorial Guinea Democratic Republic of the Congo
Myanmar Democratic Republic of the Congo
Equatorial Guinea Democratic Republic of the Congo
Myanmar Democratic Republic of the Congo
Chad Democratic Republic of the Congo
Sierra Leone Democratic Republic of the Congo
Chad Democratic Republic of the Congo
Sierra Leone Democratic Republic of the Congo
Coltan Democratic Republic of the Congo
March 23 Movement Democratic Republic of the Congo
March 23 Movement Democratic Republic of the Congo
Coltan Democratic Republic of the Congo
Eritrea Democratic Republic of the Congo
Libya Democratic Republic of the Congo
Libya Democratic Republic of the Congo
Eritrea Democratic Republic of the Congo
Laos Democratic Republic of the Congo
Laos Democratic Republic of the Congo
Haiti Democratic Republic of the Congo
Haiti Democratic Republic of the Congo
Somalia Democratic Republic of the Congo
Somalia Democratic Republic of the Congo
Mali Democratic Republic of the Congo
Senegal Democratic Republic of the Congo
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