Democratic Republic of Congo launched its first state-backed gold refinery as it moves to formalize a trade historically linked to smuggling and conflict in the country’s mineral-rich east.

DR Congo secured their spot in this final playoff round after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over the Super Eagles in the African qualifying playoff.

The United States said Monday that it was imposing sanctions on Rwanda's military, taking action against a longtime partner it accused of violating a peace agreement in the Democratic Republic of

Democratic Republic of Congo's state-owned gold trading house plans to ‌boost the volume of metal it sells from the country's artisanal mining sector to 15 metric tons this year, with the central bank potentially a key buyer.

Yoane Wissa makes his return to the DR Congo national team after several months away. The Newcastle striker is included in the squad announced by head coach Sébastien Desabre for the intercontinental play-off final, a crucial qualifier for the 2026 World Cup.