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Democratic Republic of Congo

Also known as: DRC · DR Congo · Democratic Republic of Congo interior · Democratic Republic of the Congo · eastern Democratic Republic of Congo · Congolese

2018-02-022026-08-21
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  1. March 2026

  2. New Era

    KINSHASA – Journalists have faced increasing violence and pressure amid the escalating conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Reporters Without Borders (RSF) said yesterday. …

    RSF: Violence against journalists in DRC rising

  3. The Namibian

    Namibia will operationalise the Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Corridor secretariat on 1 April to strengthen regional trade and improve cross-border transport with Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). …

    Namibia to launch Walvis corridor secretariat in April

  4. The Namibian

    … But they also pushed back hard.Robust offline functionality for sites deep in the Namib Desert or the Democratic Republic of Congo interior is not optional. …

    Geosynth Strikes Gold at Mining Indaba

  5. New Era

    … Kandorozu is also an active player in the fishing industry, as he holds fishing interests in or through Ombuajakandokojo and Otonaka JV. “We have vessels that are selling our fish to Spain, China, the Democratic Republic of Congo and elsewhere. …

    Poor fishing, mining tax collection worries Nudo

  6. New Era

    … Exports of hake and horse mackerel generate about N$14 billion, with major markets, including Spain, Japan, China, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. …

    Erongo at 36: Namibia’s economic engine
World & Region

SADC summit endorses industrialisation, trade and regional integration agenda

The News

At the 46th SADC summit in Durban, Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and other regional leaders adopted commitments on industrialisation, infrastructure development, agricultural transformation, critical minerals, and regional trade. The summit theme centred infrastructure, agriculture and critical minerals as priorities for building a competitive, climate-resilient and inclusive SADC region.

19 August 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. SADC summit endorses industrialisation, trade and regional integration agenda

    At the 46th SADC summit in Durban, Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and other regional leaders adopted commitments on industrialisation, infrastructure development, agricultural transformation, critical minerals, and regional trade. The summit theme centred infrastructure, agriculture and critical minerals as priorities for building a competitive, climate-resilient and inclusive SADC region.

    19 August 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 17 August

  1. SADC leaders focus on integration, industrialisation at summit

    Southern African Development Community leaders gathered for their 46th Ordinary Summit in eThekwini have prioritised migration management, peace, security, job creation, industrialisation and deeper economic integration. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who assumed the SADC chairship, called for faster implementation of regional development plans, noting that intra-SADC trade accounts for only about one-fifth of the region's total trade and that SADC must process and beneficiate more of its own raw materials rather than exporting them.

    17 August 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Africa's green energy transition risks replicating colonial resource extraction

    An opinion piece argues that Africa's critical mineral extraction for global energy transition is displacing communities and reproducing colonial patterns of resource exploitation, despite new language around sustainability and net zero.

    13 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Namibia develops rail corridors to strengthen regional logistics hub status

    Namibia is advancing rail infrastructure development, including the operational Walvis Bay-Karibib freight corridor launched in July 2026 targeting 25,000 tonnes monthly, and the proposed Trans-Kalahari Railway linking Walvis Bay to Windhoek, Gaborone and Johannesburg, to compete for Southern African freight volumes and secure Port of Walvis Bay traffic amid regional competition.

    11 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 7 August

  1. Namibia's trade deficit widens to N$5.5 billion in June

    Namibia's trade deficit widened sharply to N$5.5 billion in June as imports reached a record N$18.3 billion, outpacing exports of N$12.9 billion. The June deficit represents a deterioration from the N$3.2 billion trade gap in May 2026 and contrasts with the N$669 million trade surplus recorded in June 2025.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Emirates and SAA expand codeshare to nine cities

    Emirates and South African Airways have expanded their codeshare partnership to enable access to nine cities, including three domestic South African routes and six regional routes spanning the Democratic Republic of Congo, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The reciprocal agreement allows Emirates to place its code on SAA-operated flights, extending network connectivity across central and southern Africa.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Namibia and Botswana complete Trans Kalahari Railway feasibility study

    Botswana and Namibia have completed the feasibility study for the Trans Kalahari Railway project, a multi-billion-dollar regional rail corridor, moving toward the next phase of implementation. Both governments, represented by their transport ministers, reaffirmed commitment to the project and signaled that construction timelines are expected soon.

    5 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 30 July

  1. New African monkey species discovered in DRC forest

    A previously unknown monkey species with pinkish-orange lips and a black face has been confirmed in Lomami National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, making it the fifth African monkey species discovered in the last 75 years.

    30 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Defence seeks English translations of Arabic evidence in terrorism case

    Jona Hangula's defence lawyer has requested the state provide English translations of Arabic evidence in a pending High Court terrorism case. Hangula, 33, faces 19 charges including high treason, terrorism, and funding terrorist activities, and is the first person charged under Namibia's Prevention and Combating of Terrorist and Proliferation Activities Act of 2014.

    23 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. SADC pooled drug-procurement system stalled despite 2017 approval

    SADC governments spend billions on medicines and supplies, yet hospitals and clinics face shortages of essential drugs. A regional pooled procurement system, approved in 2017, would allow member states to combine purchasing power and negotiate better prices, but implementation remains slow nearly a decade later.

    23 July 2026 · New Era →

  3. Walvis Bay's strategic value extends beyond harbour function

    An opinion piece argues that Walvis Bay's significance lies not in the port itself but in control over maritime trade routes and the geopolitical power that grants—a principle South Africa understood when it retained sovereignty for four years after Namibia's 1990 independence.

    23 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 17 July

  1. Lobito Corridor secures $753 million for Angola-DRC railway upgrade

    The Lobito Corridor railway project, linking Angola's Atlantic coast to the Democratic Republic of Congo, has reached financial close on a US$753 million funding package to upgrade and expand the 1,300-kilometre transport route. Funding comprises US$553 million from the United States International Development Finance Corporation and US$200 million from the Development Bank of Southern Africa.

    17 July 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Orange River boundary dispute persists despite Namibia-SA talks

    The long-standing Orange River boundary dispute between Namibia and South Africa remains unresolved despite renewed commitments and bilateral engagement. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed hope the issue will be resolved urgently to provide legal certainty for future generations at the closing of the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission in Pretoria.

    17 July 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 16 July

  1. SADC ministers convene on regional security, DRC conflict

    SADC foreign ministers, senior officials and security chiefs met in Salima, Malawi, to review peace and security across the region, with the DRC conflict, terrorism, organised crime, cybercrime and governance on the agenda. SADC Executive Secretary Elias Magosi warned that peace and security in Southern Africa could not be taken for granted despite the region remaining one of the continent's most peaceful.

    16 July 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Lobito Corridor railway project focuses on DRC mineral exports

    The Lobito Corridor railway, linking mineral-rich DRC regions to Angola's port, is a key development focus for Angola, DRC, Zambia and partners including the US, which committed US$200 billion for infrastructure and pledged to mobilise an additional US$600 billion. The DRC's untapped mineral deposits are valued at over US$24 trillion.

    12 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Bellingham scores twice as England defeats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham netted twice in extra-time to lead England past Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final. England will face Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 9 July

  1. Bank of Namibia wins Supreme Court appeal on DRC general's funds

    The Bank of Namibia won a Supreme Court appeal upholding its decision to forfeit more than N$40 million in a Nedbank Namibia account belonging to retired Democratic Republic of Congo general François Olenga to the state, reversing a High Court decision from June last year that had set aside the forfeiture.

    9 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Namibia records N$1.5bn trade surplus with China in May

    Namibia recorded its largest trade surplus with China in May at N$1.5 billion, placing China ahead of Botswana and Canada as Namibia's most favourable trading partner that month. Despite an overall trade deficit of N$3.1 billion, exports of uranium, fish, gold and diamonds helped cushion rising import costs.

    8 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Namibia seeks Chinese technology to improve road safety

    Minister Veikko Nekundi said Namibia is pursuing advanced Chinese road safety technology to reduce crashes at accident hotspots, following discussions during President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's State Visit to China. The government aims to introduce systems capable of preventing accidents at blind spots and complement existing enforcement measures such as speed cameras.

    7 July 2026 · New Era →

  2. DRC Ebola outbreak reaches 1,561 cases, 506 deaths

    The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported confirmed Ebola cases increasing to 1,561 with 506 deaths, involving the Bundibugyo strain for which there is no approved vaccine or specific treatment. The majority of cases remain concentrated in Ituri Province, with transmission now confirmed across multiple health zones in a complex humanitarian and security environment.

    7 July 2026 · Informanté →

  3. England beats Mexico 3-2 in World Cup quarter-final setup

    England won 3-2 against Mexico in Mexico City at the Estadio Azteca despite playing with ten men after defender Jarell Quansah received a red card early in the second half. The victory sets up a quarter-final match against Norway and is hailed as England's greatest win on foreign soil.

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 6 July

  1. England beats Mexico 3-2 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

    Jude Bellingham scored twice as 10-man England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, with Harry Kane also scoring from the penalty spot. England will face Norway in the last eight.

    6 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Namibia remains on EU anti-money laundering watchlist

    The European Union has kept Namibia on its list of high-risk jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing frameworks. The designation requires EU banks and financial institutions to apply enhanced due diligence measures when dealing with individuals, companies and transactions linked to Namibia, and will affect cross-border banking and investment processes.

    6 July 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 5 July

  1. England face Mexico in World Cup round-of-16 blockbuster

    England play Mexico on Sunday in the Estadio Azteca as Erling Haaland and Norway face Brazil in a separate round-of-16 match, with two more quarter-final spots available after France and Morocco qualified on Saturday.

    5 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Spain faces Portugal in World Cup last 16

    Spain and Portugal meet in a World Cup last-16 clash in Texas on Monday, with the quarter-finals and possibly Cristiano Ronaldo's international career at stake. Spain advanced by defeating Austria 3-0 in the first knockout round.

    4 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in World Cup upset bid

    Argentina survived an improbable challenge from Cape Verde, defeating the African team 3-2 after extra time in a World Cup match on Friday, with a Diney Borges own goal in the 111th minute breaking Cape Verde's resistance. Argentina will face Egypt on Tuesday for a place in the quarter-finals.

    4 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 3 July

  1. England face Mexico in World Cup knockout at Azteca Stadium

    England must confront Mexico's fanatical home crowd and high-altitude Azteca Stadium on Sunday in a World Cup round-of-16 tie with a quarter-finals place at stake. Mexico have won all four home games without conceding a goal, while England narrowly beat DR Congo 2-1 to advance.

    3 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. England's Kane confident ahead of Mexico World Cup last-16 match

    Harry Kane says he feels "as good as ever" as he pursues more World Cup goals for England; the captain has scored 72 goals for club and country in the 2025/26 campaign, second only to Lionel Messi's 82-goal haul in 2011/12, and has five goals at the World Cup so far.

    3 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Portugal edge Croatia 2-1 in VAR-decided World Cup thriller

    Portugal advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a 2-1 victory over Croatia, with Goncalo Ramos scoring the winner in stoppage time after VAR ruled out Croatia's apparent late equaliser for offside. The match sets up a showdown with Spain, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring a penalty in the contest.

    3 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Harry Kane scores twice as England beats DRC at World Cup

    Harry Kane scored two goals in England's 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup round of 32, bringing his tournament total to five goals and moving him to sixth on the all-time World Cup goal-scoring list.

    2 July 2026 · The Namibian →

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