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Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak spreads across Africa and Europe

30 clusters · 814 sources · last updated

Latest: Democratic Republic of the Congo faces Ebola crisis and political tensions

The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has become the deadliest in the nation’s history and the second largest ever recorded globally. By early November 2026, the epidemic surpassed 10,50

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Air Congo fleet expansion

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Air Congo expands fleet with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Air Congo, a joint venture between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Ethiopian Airlines, has expanded its fleet by acquiring a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner through a leasing agreement with MIAT Mongolian Airlines. The

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Security and crime operations in Democratic Republic of theC

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: DRC security forces arrest hundreds in anti-crime operations

Security forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have conducted various operations to address rising crime, illegal structures, and corruption. Initial efforts focused on combating urban banditry, violent robberie

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African regional infrastructure and energy development

19 clusters · 99 sources · last updated

Latest: African development projects announced in Gabon and Senegal

African nations continue to pursue diverse infrastructure, connectivity, and diplomatic development initiatives. In Gabon and Nigeria, efforts have focused on physical public works, such as road construction in Gabon’s O

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Democratic Republic of the Congo political detention

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Opposition leader Prince Epenge detained

In late October 2026, opposition leaders in the Democratic Republic of the Congo faced interference while attempting to travel to Rome for a Coalition Article 64 meeting. At N’djili International Airport, migration servi

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Back-to-school: rising costs, health, and psychological prep

48 clusters · 477 sources · last updated

Latest: Turkey union calls for free school meals amid rising costs

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins, the transition for students involves complex economic, psychological, and health challenges globally. In Turkey, economic pressures have intensified significantly. While initial est

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Democratic Republic of the Congo governance and security

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Democratic Republic of the Congo initiates security governance digitalization

Political leaders and commentators in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are advocating for structural reforms to address national security and development. Journalist Thierry Kasongo Muyumba has called on President Fé

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African contemporary art exhibitions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Angèle Etoundi Essamba showcases photography at AKAA fair

In October 2026, several major exhibitions and fairs focused on African contemporary art were announced and held. In Kinshasa, visual artist Aïcha Muteba scheduled a solo exhibition titled ‘Rencontre’ at the Memling Hote

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DRC conflict: Diplomatic pressure and rebel instability

126 clusters · 226 sources · last updated

Latest: DRC security crisis discussed at COMESA summit and with Germany

In late 2026, the security situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo evolved through intensified international diplomatic pressure, internal rebel instability, and new mediation efforts. Diplomatic efforts have c

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DRC census preparations and legislative developments

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated

Latest: DRC National Assembly adopts referendum law amid opposition boycott

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has initiated the preparatory mapping phase for its second General Population and Housing Census (RGPH-2), the first comprehensive census in the country since 1984. In Kinshasa, mappi

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Global urban air quality and Kalimantan forest fires

15 clusters · 96 sources · last updated

Latest: Central Kalimantan faces largest forest fire area in Indonesia

The regional haze crisis has intensified as widespread forest and peatland fires in Indonesia, fueled by severe drought and El Niño, continue to impact air quality across Southeast Asia. NASA satellite data indicates tha

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DRC subcontracting regulatory authority developments

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: ARSP Director General Ted Beleshayi aims to restore institutional credibility

The Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is undergoing institutional strengthening and reform. In October 2026, the agency swore in 24 new judicial

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Jakarta air pollution & extreme heat 2026

25 clusters · 32 sources · last updated

Latest: Jakarta air quality reaches unhealthy levels

Jakarta’s air‑quality crisis deepened through mid‑2026. In mid‑May the city’s AQI rose to 155, prompting health warnings for children, the elderly and pregnant women. June saw a succession of unhealthy readings, with PM2

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North Kivu transport strike over road decay

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Kinshasa driver strike fails to materialize amid association divisions

In North Kivu province, transport workers on the Butembo-Manguredjipa axis launched a two-week strike on October 4, 2026, to protest severe road deterioration. The strike affects a critical corridor for agricultural good

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2000 AD comic series publication milestones

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: 2000 AD releases Prog 2504 comic issue

The science fiction comic series 2000 AD has continued its publication cycle with the release of Prog 2497, an expanded edition containing approximately 48 to 52 pages of content. This issue featured installments of ‘The

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Ecobank educational and economic initiatives in Africa

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Ecobank forms strategic partnerships in Togo and Guinea

Ecobank has implemented various initiatives across West Africa focused on education and economic development. In Togo, the bank’s efforts transitioned from direct digital education support—including the donation of lapt

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DRC national stability and development initiatives

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Judith Suminwa Tuluka closes 12th Expo Béton in DRC

Democratic Republic of the Congo Prime Minister Judith Suminwa has focused on addressing national instability and infrastructure development through both diplomatic and domestic initiatives. Addressing the United Nation

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Educational infrastructure development in Africa

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Angola Libre school complex inaugurated in Congo

Various African nations are implementing projects to expand educational infrastructure and improve accessibility for students. In the Republic of the Congo, new facilities have been inaugurated in Ngolonga and Bouansa to

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World Music and Tourism Festival in DRC

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Democratic Republic of the Congo launches second World Music and Tourism Festival

The second edition of the World Music and Tourism Festival (FMMT) was scheduled to take place in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, from October 8 to October 10, 2026. Organized in collaboration with UN Tourism,

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