Rwanda-backed M23 rebels accused the United States of failing to adequately mediate Congo's conflict, claiming Washington hasn't pressured the Congolese government over alleged peace violations while seeking access to the region's critical mineral reserves.
A Rwandan government critic dies in custody, sparking calls for an independent investigation.
The Trump administration facilitated a minerals partnership between Congo and Rwanda to secure cobalt for global supply chains, prompting Congo to establish a $100 million paramilitary mining unit by 2028, raising concerns about sovereignty and whether it protects Congolese communities or foreign commercial interests.
Nigeria needs a developmental state to overcome limitations and achieve democratic governance benefits.
Rwanda marks 32 years since the genocide that killed over 800,000 people in 1994.
Rwandan President Paul Kagame criticized US sanctions against his country, arguing they unfairly target Rwanda while ignoring alleged involvement of Congo's military and rebel groups in regional destabilization, amid escalating tensions over eastern Congo's conflict.
Rwanda and Tanzania are advancing a 150-kilometre standard gauge railway linking Kigali to Tanzania's network, aiming to reduce transport costs and transit times for landlocked Rwanda's trade through the port of Dar es Salaam.
Saudi Arabia's Cabinet, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, endorsed political resolution and Pakistani mediation to prevent regional escalation, while supporting UAE security against Iranian attacks and advancing domestic initiatives including environmental protection and international diplomatic cooperation.
Nigeria needs a developmental state to overcome constraints and achieve democratic governance benefits.
DRC and M23 rebels discuss peace agreement in Switzerland amid ongoing clashes.
Glencore offers a way to acquire critical minerals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Rwanda's president stated nuclear energy is key to achieving Vision 2050 goals. This initiative aims to drive economic growth.
Rwandan government critic Aimable Karasira dies in custody, sparking calls for an independent probe.
Nigeria needs a developmental state to achieve democratic governance benefits for its citizens.
Nigeria needs a developmental state to achieve democratic governance benefits for its citizens.
U.S.-based Virtus Minerals, backed by the Trump administration, neared acquisition of major DRC copper and cobalt mines from Dubai firm Chemaf, potentially adding 70,000 tons annual copper capacity and securing critical minerals from Chinese competitors.
M23 militants backed by Rwanda captured Goma, eastern DRC's regional hub, killing between 900 and 2,000 people in early 2025, exacerbating a humanitarian crisis affecting 21 million Congolese amid decades of resource-driven regional conflict.
An international conference discusses civilian nuclear energy use. The event aims to explore non-military applications. A second meeting is held.