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🇨🇩#BREAKING |KINSHASA — The ruling UDPS has revised the logistics of its pro-Trump administration march scheduled for this Monday, May 4, in Kinshasa. According to Secretary-General Augustin Kabuya, the procession will depart at 9:30a.m. from 1ère Rue Limete, making its way to the Triomphal Boulevard in front of the Palais du Peuple. A dedicated delegation of senior party officials will then proceed to the US Embassy to formally submit a memorandum. The ruling party has called on its political allies, civil society groups, religious denominations, and student organizations to take part in the mobilization. The march is intended to welcome US sanctions targeting former president Joseph Kabila, which the UDPS describes as the outcome of diplomatic efforts led by President Félix Tshisekedi. Kivu Post will be providing live coverage of the event as it unfolds. Stay tuned to our channels for real-time updates.

🇨🇩#DRC 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲: 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 "𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐩" DR Congo's National Assembly has declared admissible a proposed law that would establish the legal framework for organizing a national referendum; a move widely seen as a potential gateway to rewriting the Constitution and lifting presidential term limits to allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek additional mandates. The initiative, introduced by MP Paul‑Gaspard Ngondankoy (Yahuma, Tshopo), has been referred to the Political, Administrative and Legal (PAJ) Committee for detailed examination. In his explanatory memorandum, Ngondankoy argues that while electoral processes are governed by updated legislation, the legal framework for referendums dates back to 2005. Adopted during the transition period, he says the law is now outdated and no longer suited to the current constitutional order. The move has triggered sharp criticism from the opposition. Envol party leader Delly Sesanga warned of a “serious drift,” arguing that the bill could pave the way for bypassing the Constitution, including provisions on presidential term limits. Lamuka spokesperson Prince Epenge went further, denouncing what he called a “constitutional coup.” He singled out Article 220 of the Constitution, widely regarded as unamendable, as a “sacred clause,” warning that any attempt to alter it through parliamentary maneuvering would amount to an attack on the people’s will and the constitutional pact.

🇨🇩 #DRC: Displaced families at the ISP and Kigonze sites in Bunia, Ituri province, are urging public authorities to urgently clear the growing piles of garbage surrounding their shelters. The waste, dumped in open areas within the camps, is creating unbearable living conditions and posing serious public health risks. According to representatives of the displaced communities, the refuse includes household waste, stagnant wastewater, human excreta and plastic bottles, emitting foul odors and attracting disease. Gérard Maki, vice-president of the displaced persons committee at the ISP Bunia site in the Muzipela neighborhood, warned on Friday, May 1, that similar conditions prevail at the nearby Kigonze site. Community leaders say the continued neglect of waste management in these densely populated camps leaves already vulnerable families exposed to preventable illnesses and are calling for immediate intervention to avert a health crisis. Src: @radiookapi

🇧🇮 #BURUNDI: 𝗦𝗶𝘅 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗱𝗮𝘆𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘆𝗲'𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀. When Évariste Ndayishimiye was sworn in as Burundi's 10th president, there was cautious hope. Six years on, that hope has curdled into a catalogue of failures spanning governance, the economy, and regional security. The economic picture is stark. Agricultural output has fallen. State enterprises have been dismantled. No meaningful road or energy infrastructure has been built. GDP per capita has continued its downward spiral, and today Burundi ranks among the world's poorest nations, one of the most severely affected by hunger and malnutrition. The crisis cuts across every sector, from subsistence farmers to civil servants. The governance record is no less troubling. Persistent human rights violations and chronic mismanagement have driven donour fatigue to a critical point: international development aid has fallen by more than 50% over nine years, dropping from $742 million in 2016 to $357 million in 2025. Foreign direct investment has nearly collapsed; from $221 million in 2017 to just $25 million in 2025, a decline of roughly 90%. Corruption remains deeply entrenched, with Burundi scoring just 17 out of 100 on transparency indexes; the worst record within the East African Community. Public debt has ballooned 4.5 times over the past decade, rising from 1,700 billion Burundian francs in 2015 to 7,600 billion in 2025, equivalent to 70% of GDP. Billions in public funds, from tax revenues to mineral exports and foreign aid; are reported to be siphoned monthly by senior ruling party officials. Meanwhile, GDP per capita trends over the past six years show no meaningful improvement, contradicting official narratives of economic recovery. For many Burundians, extreme poverty is not receding but becoming more entrenched.

#STATEMENT | Former DRC President Joseph Kabila has formally rejected the US government's recent designation targeting him, calling it "deeply unjustified, politically motivated, and built on unsubstantiated allegations." In a communiqué released by his cabinet, Kabila pushed back sharply; arguing the American decision ironically rests on narratives pushed by the Kinshasa government, a government he says was unable to sustain a single charge against him before its own military courts. He warns the move risks being read across the DRC, Africa, and beyond as tacit endorsement of what he describes as an authoritarian consolidation of power; one that suppresses dissent, weaponizes security pretexts, and substitutes clan rule for constitutional governance. Kabila called on Washington to channel its influence toward addressing the DRC's deeper governance failures; not merely its security crisis in the East. "Peace," his office stated, "will not be built by criminalizing those who call for accountability, justice, and national reconciliation."

#DRC_Minembwe: A long‑awaited breakthrough has reached Minembwe. For the first time in years, a humanitarian agency has accessed the area, marking a cautious but meaningful step toward relief for the Banyamurenge community. This development follows sustained advocacy by Mahoro Peace Association (MPA), alongside many organizations and individuals who have consistently drawn attention to the region’s urgent humanitarian needs. After years of isolation and limited access, the arrival of basic healthcare services offers genuine hope, and will save lives. Yet this progress must not be mistaken for a solution. The humanitarian crisis in Minembwe remains grave. Communities continue to face severe shortages of food, medical supplies, and other essential resources. One intervention, however important, is not enough to meet the scale of the need. @MahoroMpa is urging additional humanitarian actors to follow this initial example; particularly organizations equipped to provide food assistance and comprehensive emergency support. What has begun today must be expanded, sustained, and matched with broader international engagement if lasting relief is to be achieved.

#BREAKING: Rising food prices are pushing over 65,000 refugees in Rwanda's Mahama camp deeper into hardship, and humanitarian aid is no longer enough to keep up. The residents of the camp say the rising cost of basic staples has made it increasingly difficult to meet even minimal daily food needs, despite ongoing humanitarian assistance. In the camp’s Mahama I and II markets, prices have climbed sharply over the past six months. A kilogram of rice now costs 1,300 Rwandan francs, up from 1,000. Beans have risen from 1,000 to 1,500 francs for 1.5 kilograms, while a liter of cooking oil has jumped from 2,500 to 3,400 francs. For many, eating once a day is no longer guaranteed. Cash assistance is distributed according to vulnerability, with refugees in the most vulnerable category receiving 6,800 francs per month. To cope, many residents leave the camp daily to seek casual work in nearby villages, in fields or on construction sites. Mahama camp hosts more than 65,000 refugees, the majority from Burundi, with others mainly from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Src: @SOSMediasBDI

🇺🇸🤝🇨🇩: Washington moves to tighten pressure on former Congolese president Joseph Kabila, following fresh US sanctions tied to alleged links with AFC/M23. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the measures reflect a broader push by Donald Trump’s administration to stabilize the region, warning that actors fueling insecurity will face consequences. “Those who continue to sow instability will be held accountable,” Bessent noted, adding that Treasury will deploy its full financial toolkit to uphold the integrity of the Washington Accords.

#BREAKING | Joseph Kabila, the DRC's former president, has been added to the US Treasury's Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the DRCONGO sanctions program; effective today, April 30. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) cited his alleged ties to (AFC/M23. Under Executive Orders 13413 and 13671, all assets Kabila holds within US jurisdiction are now frozen, and American citizens and entities are prohibited from conducting any transactions with him. The US designation lands as Kabila faces mounting legal pressure on multiple fronts: his party, the PPRD, has been suspended; Congolese authorities have ordered the seizure of his properties; and in October 2025, the DRC's High Military Court sentenced him to death in absentia on charges of treason, war crimes, and participation in an insurrectional movement.

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Global oil prices have surged by 7%, pushing the cost of a barrel above $126 for the first time since 2022, when markets were shaken by the outbreak of the Russia–Ukraine war. The spike follows an announcement by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that it is withdrawing from OPEC and OPEC+, a move with potentially far‑reaching consequences for global oil and gas markets. At its peak, OPEC controlled nearly half of the world’s oil trade, though its influence has gradually declined in recent years. The UAE, a member of OPEC even before gaining independence in 1971, had been the cartel’s second‑largest oil producer after Saudi Arabia, according to OPEC data. Its exit adds a new layer of uncertainty to already volatile energy markets.

#DRC_Politics— Allegations of fraud involving the names of lawmakers who signed a motion of no confidence against Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Jacquemain Shabani have led to the process being suspended. The motion accused Shabani of failing to address security challenges, interfering with provincial authorities, and abusing power under Article 146 of the Constitution. Many observers view the fraud claims as a political maneuver to shield him from scrutiny. Appointed in 2024, Shabani previously served as a senior adviser to President Félix Tshisekedi and was a key architect of the president's 2023 re-election campaign; a background that fuels opposition suspicions about the timing and circumstances surrounding this suspension.

#KABAMBARE, #DRC — Thousands of students have been left unsupervised for over a month after teachers abandoned classrooms to travel to the neighboring territory of Kasongo for a bank registration exercise with Equity BCDC; a move local authorities have condemned as illegal. Territory administrator Albert Walubangi Katuta sounded the alarm Wednesday, pointing to a directive from provincial education officials as the source of the disruption. He is now calling on higher authorities to compel Equity BCDC to send its teams directly to Kabambare, so teachers can return to their schools without further delay. Local administration says it is ready to receive bank staff on the ground. For the children caught in the middle, the classroom doors remain shut. 👉 Source: @radiookapi

🇨🇩𝗗𝗥 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗼'𝘀 𝗟é𝗼𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 $𝟭𝟴𝗠 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗙𝗜𝗙𝗔 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗽 FIFA has confirmed that every nation qualifying for the final phase of the 2026 World Cup, including DR Congo’s Leopards, will receive USD 18,145,833; a 15% increase compared to previous tournaments. The decision was approved by the FIFA Council on Tuesday, April 28, ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, one of the host cities of the competition. The allocation includes USD 2.5 million for team preparation (up from USD 1.5m), USD 10 million linked directly to qualification (up from USD 9m), and additional grants covering delegation logistics and increased ticket allocations, bringing total support well beyond USD 16m.

🇨🇩#𝗗𝗥𝗖 | 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼 Around $4 million per month is reportedly disbursed from the public treasury via RAD (Army and Defence) to finance Wazalendo fighters. The government has put in place two funding channels: a dedicated budget line integrated into the RAD's standard expenditure chain, and special intervention funds disbursed directly to select regional leaders, bypassing conventional financial oversight entirely. The finding is clear: a de facto financial institutionalization of militias, placing a heavy burden on the defence budget. The deeper concern lies in the direct cash transfers to local leaders, which operate outside any credible audit framework; fueling a state‑subsidized war economy. An estimated $48 million per year is expected to flow into fighters’ pockets.

#DRC: In a National Assembly report on the security situation in the DRC seen by Jeune Afrique, Defence Minister Guy Kabombo Mwadiamvita acknowledges serious logistical shortcomings. While the FARDC have acquired long-range strategic drones and combat aircraft capable of striking enemy command posts, the armed groups (M23) have developed jamming and air-defence capabilities, effectively reversing the balance of power. The minister argues that success will only come through a deep reform of the security sector, particularly military defence. His testimony also exposed a major failure: a promised $320 monthly combat bonus for 18,000 deployed soldiers, amounting to a $150m envelope; has yet to be paid, as an ongoing audit of troop numbers has frozen disbursements.

🇨🇩 #DRC | Border tensions: Zambian troops reportedly enter Congolese territory Rising tensions have been reported along the DRC’s southern border after a National Assembly Defence and Security Committee report flagged the suspected presence of Zambian troops on Congolese territory in Tanganyika province. Beyond the alleged incursion, the report exposes serious shortcomings within the country’s security apparatus, fuelling growing concern over the state’s ability to protect its territorial integrity, as the eastern DRC continues to grapple with ongoing instability.

🇨🇩 #RDC_KIVU: Congolese and UN forces are conducting joint military operations in eastern DRC's North Kivu province. Under operation NYUNDO II, FARDC troops and Kenyan peacekeepers from MONUSCO's Force Intervention Brigade are carrying out coordinated missions along the Mavivi–Mandumbi axis; a corridor long plagued by armed group activity. The operation aims to reinforce civilian protection amid ongoing insecurity in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

🇨🇩#DRC: Public transport in #Kinshasa has become an exhausting daily gamble for commuters. As observed by @radiookapi on April 28, 2026, fares now shift unpredictably, sometimes within minutes; driven by traffic congestion, rain, or bus shortages. At Kintambo‑Magasin, a morning fare of 1,000–1,500 Congolese francs to UPN can rise to 3,000 or even 4,000 francs by late afternoon. Drivers impose these prices unilaterally, leaving passengers to protest briefly before giving in, worn down by fatigue and the fear of getting home late. The result is a heavy strain on household budgets and a growing source of daily hardship for thousands of Kinshasa residents. @Kivuinfo24

🇺🇬 #BREAKING| Uganda's military has launched intensified border patrols along the Uganda-DRC frontier in Kisoro District after suspected FDLR rebels repeatedly crossed into Ugandan territory to carry out kidnappings and armed robberies. Residents in Nyabwishenya, Mupaka, and Nkuringo raised alarm at a District Security Committee meeting on April 28, 2026; describing harrowing accounts of abductions, ransom negotiations, and victims found bound and gagged at the forest border. Lt. Col. Steven Sabitti, Commander of the 35th Infantry Battalion, issued a stark warning: "The moment you enter our country armed, you automatically become our enemy and a target. The operation is starting with immediate effect." “UPDF has never lacked manpower. Two UPDF soldiers have the capacity to dismantle an entire rebel camp," He assured locals. Authorities are urging border communities to share timely intelligence with security agencies as operations get underway. 👉 Source: @DailyMonitor

🇨🇩 #DRC: Education inspectors in the North Kivu II division (Beni, Butembo, Lubero) have warned they may boycott the 2026 national certification exams scheduled for May 4, citing unpaid 2025 allowances and insecure working conditions. In a memo to the Minister of State for National Education, their union reports a 51% shortfall in last year’s payments, no clear financial arrangements for the current session, and what it calls discriminatory allocation of the “special duties” bonus. With no official response from the ministry so far, inspectors say their participation remains conditional, raising serious concerns about the credibility and smooth running of the exams in this conflict-affected region.