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US deportations to African countries unlawful and exploit suffering, rights group says
More than 500 migrants have been expelled from the US to African countries, HRW says, citing US data.
October 8, 2026Kenya confirms its first Ebola death as outbreak spreads
The patient had been living in DR Congo, where more than 4,000 people have died from the disease this year.
October 6, 2026'The crowd shouted that we'd stolen someone's genitals' - deadly rumours spread on social media
More than 80 people have been killed in the mob violence, the BBC finds after gathering data from six African nations.
September 3, 2026Liberia agrees to accept 1,200 foreign deportees from the US
Liberia says the deal is a "humanitarian arrangement" and is receiving no compensation.
August 19, 2026Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo becomes deadliest in country's history - Reuters
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo becomes deadliest in country's history Reuters
August 16, 2026Why Uganda seems to be winning the battle against Ebola as virus spreads in DR Congo
Uganda discharged its last Ebola patient from hospital roughly two weeks ago.
August 1, 2026UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.
July 22, 2026Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.
July 21, 2026Watch: What we know about newly discovered monkey species
New monkey species hailed as 'amazing discovery' by conservationist.
July 16, 2026New monkey species a 'fascinating discovery', study lead says
A monkey found in the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo has been confirmed as a new specie.
July 16, 2026'Moment of joy' as Uganda discharges last Ebola patient
Most of the recent cases were among travellers from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
July 16, 2026Villa warned over sportswashing after Visit Rwanda deal
Aston Villa are warned their new £20m-a-year sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda will be used by the nation to sportswash its human rights record.
July 14, 2026Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo
According to WHO data, there have been 1,406 confirmed cases of the disease in DRC, with 301 suspected cases and 438 deaths.
July 2, 2026DR Congo president urges team on ahead of must-win World Cup clash with Uzbekistan - Reuters
DR Congo president urges team on ahead of must-win World Cup clash with Uzbekistan Reuters
June 27, 2026US sanctions Rwanda gold refinery accused of smuggling DR Congo's minerals
The US alleges Gasabo Gold Refinery smuggled at least 60kg of gold in early 2026.
June 26, 2026France confirms first Ebola case
More than 260 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are known to have died during the current outbreak.
June 24, 2026Witnessing joy amid the death: BBC travels to epicentre of Ebola outbreak
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.
June 15, 2026Health workers struggle to contain Ebola in Congo camps as distrust grows - Reuters
Health workers struggle to contain Ebola in Congo camps as distrust grows Reuters
June 14, 2026Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 710 - Reuters
Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 710 Reuters
June 14, 2026Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to nearly 600 - Reuters
Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to nearly 600 Reuters
June 9, 2026Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response - Reuters
Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response Reuters
June 8, 2026Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup - Reuters
Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup Reuters
June 8, 2026Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 515 - Reuters
Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 515 Reuters
June 7, 2026How health workers in DR Congo are treating Ebola and staying safe
There are currently no approved drugs that target Bundibugyo - the species of Ebola responsible for this outbreak.
June 1, 2026Ebola spread in DR Congo 'alarming', charity warns, as WHO chief visits worst-hit area
Médicins Sans Frontières says that never before has an Ebola outbreak recorded so many cases so soon after its declaration.
May 30, 2026Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five - Reuters
Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five Reuters
May 23, 2026Red Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo
They are thought to have caught the virus before the outbreak was identified, the Red Cross says.
May 23, 2026DR Congo will not change World Cup preparations despite US warning - Reuters
DR Congo will not change World Cup preparations despite US warning Reuters
May 23, 2026US extends Ebola travel ban to Green Card holders - Reuters
US extends Ebola travel ban to Green Card holders Reuters
May 23, 2026India, Africa Union postpone New Delhi summit amid Ebola outbreak - Reuters
India, Africa Union postpone New Delhi summit amid Ebola outbreak Reuters
May 21, 2026More die of suspected Ebola as WHO warns that numbers will rise further
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.
May 20, 2026WHO chief concerned at speed and scale of Ebola outbreak - Reuters
WHO chief concerned at speed and scale of Ebola outbreak Reuters
May 19, 2026American who contracted Ebola in DR Congo evacuated for treatment
A medical group says an American doctor tested positive after being exposed while treating patients.
May 18, 2026CDC says one American tested positive for Ebola in DRC - Reuters
CDC says one American tested positive for Ebola in DRC Reuters
May 18, 2026At least six Americans exposed to Ebola during DR Congo outbreak
One of the six Americans believed to have been exposed is experiencing symptoms, according to media reports.
May 18, 2026How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?
An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.
May 17, 2026Ebola concern, Trump's Cassidy retribution and Eurovision - Reuters
Ebola concern, Trump's Cassidy retribution and Eurovision Reuters
May 17, 2026WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency
The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.
May 17, 2026Congo, Rwanda head for showdown over Francophonie top job - Reuters
Congo, Rwanda head for showdown over Francophonie top job Reuters
May 15, 2026US imposes sanctions on DR Congo ex-President Kabila alleging rebel support
The former leader has not responded to US accusations that he is aiming to destabilise the government.
May 1, 2026China scraps tariffs for all but one African nation
The zero-tariff regime gives China's soft power a boost, but may lead to uneven gains, say analysts.
May 1, 2026Pope Leo decries exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip - Reuters
Pope Leo decries exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip Reuters
April 20, 2026African football chief resigns following row over Morocco-Senegal final
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.
March 29, 2026Belgian court clears way for trial over 1961 killing of Congo PM Lumumba
Etienne Davignon, a 93-year-old ex-diplomat, is accused of involvement in the assassination of the independence hero.
March 17, 2026Angola gets World Bank, MIGA loan guarantees for debt-for-education swap - Reuters
Angola gets World Bank, MIGA loan guarantees for debt-for-education swap Reuters
March 5, 2026Pope Leo to tour four African countries in first major overseas trip of 2026 - Reuters
Pope Leo to tour four African countries in first major overseas trip of 2026 Reuters
February 25, 2026Human rights are under assault, says UN Secretary General - Reuters
Human rights are under assault, says UN Secretary General Reuters
February 23, 2026