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CAR:National Dialogue, a Gamble for Peace and Unity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo(Editorial by the DRC Ambassador to the Central African Republic, Mitima Bulinz Jean de Dieu)

Bangui, July 25, 2026 (TOP243NEWS).– On several occasions throughout its contemporary history, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has faced the same fundamental question: how can decades of conflict be transformed into lasting peace? This question remains at the heart of the country's national concerns as the eastern part of the DRC continues to endure the consequences of armed group activity, regional tensions, and governance challenges. It is against this backdrop that President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo launched the initiative for a national dialogue. The move has generated expectations, questions and debate, but above all reflects a determination to create a platform for consultation among the various components of the Nation. History teaches that no democracy can be ...

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DRC:Jacquemain Shabani Launches Workshop on Restoring State Authority in North and South Kivu

Breaking News, SECURITE

Kinshasa, July 22, 2026 (TOP243NEWS)–The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Security, Decentralization and Customary Affairs, Jacquemain Shabani Lukoo Bihango, on Wednesday officially opened a community consultation workshop dedicated to the rapid restoration of state authority in the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu, two regions severely affected by insecurity in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Scheduled to run for three days, the workshop brings together representatives of public institutions, local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to identify practical solutions aimed at restoring peace, security, and effective state governance in conflict-affected areas. In his opening address, Deputy Prime Minister Jacquemain Shabani emphasi...

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DRC:Senate Reviews Government Budget Policy and Passes Scientific Research Bill at Second Reading

Breaking News, ECONOMIE

Kinshasa, July 20, 2026 (TOP243NEWS). – The Senate of the Democratic Republic of the Congo held a plenary session on Monday dominated by two key agenda items: the presentation of the government's draft Finance Bill by Minister of Finance Doudou Fwamba Likunde Li-Botayi, and the adoption at second reading of the proposed law establishing the fundamental principles governing scientific and technological research. Presenting the draft Finance Bill before senators, Finance Minister Doudou Fwamba Likunde Li-Botayi outlined the government's main budgetary policy priorities while highlighting the economic challenges facing the country and the reforms planned to strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation, improve public financial management, and preserve macroeconomic stability. Debates with s...

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Rwanda: »Seeking to Eliminate the M23 Also Means Seeking to Eliminate Rwanda, » Says Paul Kagame

Breaking News, DIPLOMATIE, Politics

Kigali, July 19, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – A statement by Rwandan President Paul Kagame continues to fuel debate over the information and narrative dimension of the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Speaking at a meeting of the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) on July 17, Kagame said that those who seek to "eliminate the M23" are also seeking to "eliminate Rwanda"—a remark that many observers interpret as an illustration of the battle of narratives that now accompanies the conflict. Addressing senior members of his party, Kagame stated: "When they said they would eliminate the M23, they also meant Rwanda. [...] If that were to happen and I could not prevent it, they would find us ready." According to many analysts, Kagame's use of the word "also" explicitly ...

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DR Congo: Félix Tshisekedi Announces Inclusive National Dialogue to Strengthen Unity and Consolidate Peace

Breaking News, DIPLOMATIE, RELIGION

Kinshasa, July 17, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo of the Democratic Republic of the Congo announced on Friday at the Cité de l'Union africaine the forthcoming launch of an inclusive, peaceful and resolutely republican national dialogue, describing it as a new step toward strengthening national cohesion, preserving institutional stability, and consolidating peace. The announcement came following a meeting with representatives of the country's leading religious denominations, at a time when the Congolese authorities are stepping up initiatives aimed at promoting national unity in response to the political, security and social challenges facing the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Speaking on behalf of the religious delegation, Cardinal Fridolin Ambong...

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Ethiopia:Abiy Ahmed Makes Tourism a Strategic Pillar of the Country’s Economic Transformation

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Addis Ababa, July 16, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reaffirmed his commitment to making tourism one of the country's main drivers of economic growth, placing it at the heart of Ethiopia's national economic diversification strategy alongside agriculture and industry. In an interview with NBC Media on June 30, 2026, the Prime Minister emphasized that tourism is a key catalyst for job creation, foreign investment, and foreign exchange earnings. He noted that the sector also stimulates a wide range of related industries, including hospitality, transportation, trade, and the creative economy. "I doubt there is any country in the world that offers such diversity as Ethiopia," Abiy Ahmed said, highlighting the nation's exceptional natural, historical, and c...

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Angola:Félix Tshisekedi Attends the Luanda Global Summit on Peace and Respect for International Law

Breaking News, DIPLOMATIE, Politics

Luanda, July 16, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, arrived in Luanda, Angola, on Thursday to participate in the third edition of the global initiative entitled "A Call for Peace, the End of Wars, and Respect for International Law." Ahead of the official opening of the summit, the Congolese Head of State held a one-on-one meeting with his Angolan counterpart, President João Lourenço, the host of the event. The two leaders reviewed several issues of mutual interest, including the strengthening of bilateral cooperation between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Angola, the DRC's presidency of the United Nations Security Council, and the evolving security situation in the eastern part of the country. The DR...

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DRC:Jean Bamanisa Questions ECOFIN Committee Over Consistency of Report on 2026 Revised Finance Bill

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Kinshasa, July 16, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – Deliberations on the report of the Senate's Economic, Financial and Good Governance Committee (ECOFIN) regarding the 2026 Revised Finance Bill sparked extensive debate in the upper house of Parliament. Among the most notable contributions was that of Senator Jean Bamanisa Saïdi, who raised several substantive concerns about the consistency of the committee's analysis and conclusions. At the outset, the senator commended the ECOFIN Committee for completing its work within a particularly short timeframe, while stressing that certain sections of the report required clarification before its adoption. Jean Bamanisa questioned the decision to maintain the real GDP growth forecast in the macroeconomic assumptions while the nominal GDP growth rate was ...

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DR Congo:Guylain Nyembo Presents the Stakes of the Second General Population and Housing Census to Parliament

Breaking News, SOCIETE

Kinshasa,July 15, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning and Development Aid Coordination Guylain Nyembo on Wednesday presented to both chambers of Parliament the framework and objectives of the Second General Population and Housing Census (RGPH-2), a strategic national initiative aimed at providing the Democratic Republic of the Congo with updated demographic data to strengthen development planning. Addressing senators and members of the National Assembly, the Planning Minister recalled that the country's last scientific population census was conducted in 1984, more than four decades ago. He noted that this long gap has deprived the country of essential demographic information needed to effectively guide public policies and investment decisions. Guylain...

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Chad:Félix Tshisekedi Calls for a New Water Governance Model, Sets Ambitious 2035 Targets

Breaking News, ENVIRONNEMENT, INTERNATIONAL

N'Djamena, July 15, 2026 (TOP243NEWS) – Democratic Republic of the Congo President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo on Wednesday called for a fundamental transformation of water governance across Africa, outlining five strategic priorities aimed at strengthening water security and accelerating the continent's sustainable development. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the African Water Forum in N'Djamena, the Congolese leader advocated for an integrated public policy approach to address challenges related to water, sanitation, and infrastructure. President Tshisekedi identified five key priorities: integrating public policies; strengthening governance through more effective institutions, greater accountability, and transparent management of water infrastructure; developing technic...