Her leadership as a curator, mentor, and institution builder gave African artists spaces to be seen and heard. With her passing, we must build and lead with the same urgency.
It’s a symbolic gesture by DR Congo in hopes that it smoothens out an agreement with the U.S.
With the world's largest cobalt reserves and a history of conflict, the DRC is proposing a radical new approach: trading mineral access for U.S. military assistance and economic development support.
The armed rebel group has boycotted peace talks due to sanctions by the European Union and says it will keep “[fighting] until our cause is heard.”
General Brice Oligui Nguema has confirmed speculation, stating that he is running in response to “many appeals” from the Gabonese people.
Calls for diplomatic measures have increased, as the U.S. sanctions two Rwandan political figures and the European Union reviews a critical minerals agreement.
Delcat Idengo, a politically outspoken Congolese musician, was shot dead in Goma while filming a music video criticizing rebel group M23.
With Goma under rebel control, displaced families face severe humanitarian challenges amid limited aid access.
M23’s latest ceasefire in Eastern Congo follows intense fighting in Goma, raising concerns over its durability as regional leaders prepare for a crisis summit in Tanzania on Friday.
President Kagame's confrontational response to SAMIDRC casualties raises concerns about regional stability as M23 rebels maintain control of strategic Goma airport.
The capture of Eastern Congo's largest city by M23 rebels reignites decades-old tensions between Rwanda and DR Congo, with both sides trading accusations amid a growing humanitarian crisis.
While Gen. Brice Oligui Nguema hasn’t declared his candidacy, last year’s constitutional referendum highlighted his popularity ahead of the presidential vote.
Kinshasa-based Fulu Miziki uses recycled trash to make their own, unique musical instruments.
This is Biden’s first trip to sub-Saharan Africa as president. Unlike the Angolan government, many citizens aren’t excited.
Brenda Biya, the daughter of Cameroon's President Paul Biya is hoping that her coming out as lesbian will help in changing the country’s anti-LGBTQ laws.
Driven by storytelling, Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan by Kiro’o Games immerses players in a well-crafted, layered world with its own spiritual core.
Four weeks after demanding clear answers from Apple on how it sources and buys minerals from the region, the law firms representing the Congolese government say they have more evidence on Apple’s supply chain.
Armed mutineers led by a former Congolese military captain attempted, and failed, to take over the official residence and offices of the president.
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