Woman discovers "worm-like" parasite living in eye for two years
The tongue worm inhabits reptiles and grew beneath victim's eyelid after she ate crocodile meat.
Map shows where deadly mpox cases are rising as CDC issues warning
The mpox virus has been spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as the CDC issues a travel health notice.
Disemboweled goat found in couple's luggage at Chicago airport
"Items like these can harbor pests and diseases," said Michael Pfeiffer, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Area port director for Chicago.
How China's grip on metals could crush Biden's clean energy plans
The U.S. needs minerals and metals from Africa to meet President Joe Biden's ambitions for a transition to green energy. However, China stands in his way.
Incredible space footage shows most active lightning region in the world
A European Space Agency lightning imager has captured strikes across Africa, one of the most active regions on the planet.
The French businessman behind Africa's ambitious Russia-Ukraine peace plan
"At a certain moment in your life, you have some tools. And I have some tools," Brazzaville Foundation President Jean-Yves Ollivier told Newsweek.
Clean energy's dirty secret—human rights abuses in cobalt mining
Siddharth Kara discusses his book, "Cobalt Red," the geopolitical implications for Chinese domination of cobalt mining, what companies should do to address the conditions of the miners and much more.
Shocking truths behind smartphone and EV batteries: children mining cobalt
"The eight individuals in the group produced on average three sacks of washed heterogenite ore per day...an income of roughly $1.05 per team member per day."
"We fled at night. No food or water. At the border, we could barely walk"
Desange Kuenihira shares her inspirational story about rebuilding her life in America.
What Are The Risks Of Monkeypox In Pregnancy
Although it remains rare, monkeypox poses a particular risk to babies and young children and public health officials are adjusting their guidance accordingly.
Where Did Monkeypox Originate and How Do You Get It?
Monkeypox is a rare and potentially serious disease caused by the monkeypox virus, which is usually found in parts of Central and West Africa.
Princess Wants Belgium to Apologize for its Past as King Heads to Congo
Princess Esmeralda first called on her country to apologize in 2020 and her latest push comes as Belgium's king is slated to visit the DRC next month.
China Tells Citizens to Leave Part of Congo After Kidnappings, Violence
The Chinese Embassy in Kinshasa recommended that citizens in the districts of Bunia, Djugu, Beni, Rutshuru, Fizi, Uvira and Mwenga leave immediately.
4 Fired at WHO as Investigation Reveals 80 Alleged Sex Abuse Cases
A panel commissioned by WHO released its findings on Tuesday, and included allegations implicating 20 WHO staff members.
Ashley Judd Walks Again Six Months After Life-Threatening Injury
Ashley Judd shattered her leg in the Congolese rainforest, and has updated fans on her rehabilitation and progress.
U.S. Sending Soldiers to Congo to Help Find Rebels Who Killed 9 in Attack
The United States pledged to send soldiers to Congo to help train military and polices forces, as well as find the ADF forces responsible for an attack.
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for 2 Sunday Suicide Bombings in Congo
A Ugandan man detonated explosives in a suicide bombing on Sunday in the eastern town of Beni, a city occupied by both U.N. peacekeepers and the Congolese army in recent years.
Congo Bans Public Gatherings in City of Beni After 2 Sunday Bombings
Sunday saw multiple explosions in the city, one at a Catholic church and then one detonated by a suicide bomber in a busy intersection.
Elephant Tramples to Death Teenager Holding a Machete
The animal charged at a group of local residents when they confronted it in a forest located outside of their town.
WHO Staff: Org. Must Address 'Systemic' Failures Leading to Abuse Charges
"We cannot afford to ignore signs of repeated, systemic failure of our Organization to prevent such alleged behaviors and to address them in a just and timely manner," the WHO staff committee wrote in an email to senior management.
2 Million People Under Threat of Congo Volcano Eruption, Thousands Evacuate
"This could happen with very little (or no) warning," Lt. Gen Constat Ndima Kongba said.
Bishop Says Sick Catholics Are Being Killed in Hospital Beds in Congo
Catholic Bishop Paluku Sekuli Melchisédech says Christians are facing violence and persecution from extremist groups, including destroying hospitals and killing patients in their hospital beds.
Over 1,300 Inmates Escape After Armed Attackers Storm DRC Prison
Assailants identified as Ugandan ADF fighters attacked the Beni Kangbayi prison in North Kivu, allowing almost all the detainees to escape.
'World's Worst Measles Epidemic' Has Killed Over 6,000 People in the DRC
There have been approximately 310,000 suspected measles cases in the DRC since the outbreak was declared in 2018.
16 Killed in Collapse of Illegal Congo Gold Mine
An illegally-run gold mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo has collapsed, killing at least 16, according to government minister Steve Mbikayi.
Measles Is Now Killing More People in the DRC than Ebola
Over 3,200 people have died from measles in the Central African country since the start of 2019.
U.S. Sees Surge in Congolese Asylum Seekers as Hundreds Of Thousands Flee
Since early June, more than 300,000 people have fled inter-ethnic violence in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Why Are Hundreds Of African Asylum Seekers Showing Up At The Border?
More than 500 people, including many families, from African countries have been detained crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, since May 30, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency said.
Dozens Dead After Boat Overturns in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Many of those aboard were teachers traveling to collect their salaries, a local mayor said.
Bonobo Mothers Help Their Sons to Mate
Bonobo mothers even direct their sons toward females who are ovulating, researchers have found.