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Pope Francis slams ‘brutal atrocities’ in DRC

Kinshasa – Pope Francis slammed “brutal atrocities” committed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after (DRC hearing harrowing accounts... Read more

2 Feb, 2023

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Somalia summit vows ‘final push’ against al-Shabaab

Mogadishu – The leaders of Somalia and neighbouring countries vowed at a summit on Wednesday to “make the final... Read more

2 Feb, 2023

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Pope Francis denounces ‘economic colonialism’ on DRC visit

Kinshasa – Pope Francis arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Tuesday, denouncing “economic colonialism” that he... Read more

1 Feb, 2023

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Evangelical churches thrive in traditionally Catholic DRC

Kinshasa – In the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) boisterous capital Kinshasa, a road close to the city centre... Read more

29 Jan, 2023

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DRC rebels take eastern town, army claims tactical retreat

Goma – Rebels from the M23 group in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) seized a town from the army... Read more

29 Jan, 2023

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DRC Catholics hope Pope will urge fair elections during visit

Kinshasa – Catholics in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where the Church has long played a dominant role, are... Read more

28 Jan, 2023

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UNICEF urges release of 13 kidnapped children in east DRC

Kinshasa – The United Nations children’s agency UNICEF on Friday urged the release of 13 children who were abducted... Read more

28 Jan, 2023

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Fresh clashes as M23 rebels make gains in east DRC

Goma – M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) clashed with soldiers and rival militias on Thursday,... Read more

27 Jan, 2023

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Five things to know about DRC

Kinshasa – Pope Francis is expected to visit the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Africa’s largest predominantly Catholic country,... Read more

27 Jan, 2023

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Conflict-torn DRC gears up for papal visit

Kinshasa – In Democratic Republc of Congo’s (DRC) bustling capital Kinshasa, the faithful are flocking to impromptu market stalls... Read more

26 Jan, 2023