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A mysterious and deadly illness known as the ‘crying disease’ has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo, claiming the lives of 60 individuals and infecting over 1,000 people in the past few weeks. The outbreak has been reported in two remote villages in Equateur province—Boloko and Bomate—raising concerns among health officials and international experts. … Read more
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is once again facing a severe crisis as the M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have taken control of the key city of Bukavu. This latest development marks a significant escalation in the long-standing conflict in eastern Congo, raising concerns about the country’s stability and the potential for a … Read more
Over 150 women were raped and burned alive inside Munzenze prison after a mass jailbreak, reportedly instigated by the arrival of the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels. This heinous crime has been described as one of the worst atrocities in the ongoing conflict. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been plagued by war, conflict, and … Read more
On the morning of February 5, 2025, the town of Nyabibwe in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) fell into the hands of the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, a stark contradiction to the ceasefire they had unilaterally declared just days prior. This move has only deepened the crisis in a region already marred by conflict and … Read more
China recently reported the detection of a new Mpox variant, Clade Ib, sparking concern among global health authorities. The variant, first identified in a foreign traveller with a history of travel and residence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has resulted in a cluster outbreak. Chinese health authorities are closely monitoring the situation … Read more
Referred to as “Disease X” during the initial investigation due to its unknown origins, the illness claimed the lives of over 143 people, predominantly women and children, and infected nearly 600 individuals. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been grappling with an outbreak of a deadly disease that initially baffled medical experts and … Read more
A mysterious illness, referred to as “Disease X,” has surfaced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leaving the global health community alarmed. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported over 400 cases and more than 30 fatalities, with children under the age of five being the most affected demographic. This emerging health crisis underscores … Read more
The Okapi Wildlife Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is under threat as Chinese mining operations persist in the area despite local opposition and conservation concerns. The reserve, home to rich biodiversity and critical to climate mitigation, is caught in a web of legal ambiguity and environmental exploitation. A World Heritage Site Under Siege The … Read more
An unidentified disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Kwango province has caused alarm, claiming 143 lives since its emergence in November. With women and children disproportionately affected, the crisis underscores both the fragility of healthcare infrastructure in the region and the pressing need for a coordinated response. The Outbreak in Kwango Province … Read more
Boat capsized in Kivu Lake of Congo has once again witnessed a devastating tragedy, as at least 78 people lost their lives after a boat capsized on Thursday morning in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The boat, which had set sail from the town of Minova in the South Kivu province, was … Read more