Tag Archives: Congo

01Jan/26

The AI Economy and Emerging African Business Trends

January 1, 2026Economyartemisinin, China, Congo, Denis Sassou Nguesso, Foreign relations of China, Global Civilization Initiative, Global Development Initiative, Global governance, Global Governance Initiative, Global Initiative, Iran, Lesotho, NAIROBI, Saudi Arabia, Sustainable Development Goals, Xi Jinpingadmin

Jan. 1, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — China’s strategic framework for international cooperation is based on the four pillars of the Global Development, Security, Civilization, and Governance initiatives. These programs are presented as a comprehensive Chinese solution to modern crises, aiming to reform the global governance system while promoting a shared future for humanity. By focusing on a people-centered approach, the initiatives prioritize addressing poverty, resolving conflicts through dialogue, and respecting the diversity of cultures. The sources emphasize that these efforts particularly support the Global South by advocating for sovereign equality and a move away from unilateral hegemony. Ultimately, the text argues that these public goods provide a pragmatic roadmap for achieving lasting peace and universal prosperity through multilateral action. Continue reading →

22Dec/25

2025 Africa Cup of Nations

December 22, 2025FootballAdrar Stadium, Africa Cup of Nations, African Cup of Nations, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Casablanca, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mali, Morocco, Morocco national football team results, Moulay Abdellah, Mozambique, Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Senegal, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabweadmin

Dec. 22, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a premier football tournament hosted by Morocco will span from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, the competition features 24 national teams divided into six distinct groups. The document lists specific match dates, kick-off times, and various stadium locations across the country, starting with the opening group stages and concluding with the final in Rabat.
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21Nov/25

Global Peace Index: Fragmentation and Conflict Escalation

November 21, 2025Conflict and WarCold War, Congo, Global Peace Index, Globalization, Syria, Treadmill of destruction, Ukraineadmin

Nov. 18, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The report offers an extensive analysis of the current state of global peace, highlighting a deterioration in peacefulness for the sixth consecutive year, driven primarily by increases in Ongoing Conflict and Militarisation. It details rising geopolitical fragmentation, an increase in the number of internationalised conflicts, and a major jump in global military spending to a record $2.7 trillion in 2024. The report also examines the economic impact of violence, noting it reached $19.97 trillion and that developing countries are heavily burdened by debt, often spending more on servicing it than on public services, leading to increased domestic conflict risk in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East. Finally, the analysis identifies nine key factors that escalate conflict intensity and uses case studies—such as the Tigray War and the Kashmir conflict—to illustrate the risks of future large-scale violence. Continue reading →

16Jan/24

Zambia and Gambia explained

January 16, 2024Human InterestAngola, Botswana, Congo, Economy of the Gambia, Gambia, Gambian dalasi, Kwacha, Least developed countries, Malawi, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the Commonwealth of Nations, Member states of the United Nations, Mozambique, Namibia, Outline of the Gambia, Republics in the Commonwealth of Nations, Senegal, Tanzania, The Gambia, Zambia, Zambian Kwacha (Rebased Jan 2013), Zimbabwe, ZMWadmin

Jan. 16, 2024 /Human Interest/ — Zambia and Gambia, despite their similar-sounding names, are quite different countries in Southern and West Africa, respectively. Here’s a breakdown of their key differences: Continue reading →

15Jan/24

Beyond the Minerals: Uncovering the Vibrant Tapestry of DR Congo and Zambia

January 15, 2024EconomyBenda Bilili, Chansa, Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Emmanuel Iduma, Joseph Conrad, Least developed countries, Lusaka, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the United Nations, Zambezi, Zambiaadmin

Sept. 15, 2023 /Economy/ — While the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia are indeed known for their mineral wealth, particularly copper and cobalt, their identities extend far beyond these resources. Let’s dive deeper into the rich tapestry of these fascinating African nations: Continue reading →

13Jan/24

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024 analysis

January 13, 2024FootballAchraf Hakimi, African Nations Championship, Algeria, Angola, Book:Countries of the World: Africa, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Congo, Egypt, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Mahrez, Malawi, Mali, Mohamed Salah, Morocco, Nigeria, Sadio Mané, Senegal, South Africa, Sredojević, Tanzania, Tunisia, Victor Osimhen, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 9, 2024 /Sports/ –The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicks off today, 13th January 2024! Here’s the breakdown: Continue reading →

30Nov/23

History of Congolese Rumba

November 30, 2023MusicBrazzaville, Congo, Congolese rumba, Cuban rumba, Fally Ipupa, Franco Luambo Makiadi, Henri Bowane, Joseph Kabasele, Kenya, Kinshasa, Koffi Olomide, Le Grand Kallé, Music of Africa, Music of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Orchestre Watawa, Rumba, Son cubano, Soukous, Tabu Ley Rochereau, Tanzania, Wendo Kolosoy, Werrason, Zambiaadmin

Nov. 30, 2023 /Music/ — Congolese rumba, also known as Congolese soukous, is a genre of popular music that originated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the early 20th century. It is a fusion of traditional African rhythms and melodies with influences from Cuban and Caribbean music. Rumba quickly became popular in the DRC and spread to other African countries, particularly Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia. In the 1960s, rumba gained international recognition and became popular in Europe and the Americas. Continue reading →

25Oct/23

Why is Koffi olomide Trending?

October 25, 2023MusicCongo, Kinshasa, Koffi Olomide, Mbaka people, Music of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ndombolo, Quartier Latin Internationaladmin

Koffi Olomide is a Congolese singer-songwriter, dancer, and record producer. He is one of the most popular and influential African musicians of his generation. His music combines elements of traditional Congolese music with modern pop and dance. He is known for his energetic live performances and his distinctive dance moves. Continue reading →

05Sep/23

France is becoming a pariah in Africa

September 5, 2023PoliticsAfrica, Anti-French sentiment, Burkina Faso, Chad, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, France, Kabul, Laurent Gbagbo, Libya, Mali, Neocolonialism, Niger, Nigeria, Patrice Lumumba, Sani Abacha, Sylvanus Olympio, Thomas Sankara, Togoadmin

05 September 2023 /Politics/ — France’s history of interference in Africa is a complex and controversial issue. There is no doubt that France has been involved in a number of coups and regime change operations, and that these actions have had a negative impact on many African countries. The bombing of Libya in 2011 is just one example of this. Continue reading →

26Apr/23

The Croatia-Zambia adoption scandal

April 26, 2023CrimeAdoption, Child laundering, Congo, Croatia, Family, Family law, International adoption, Outline of adoption, Zambiaadmin

April 26, 2023 /World/ – The Croatia-Zambia adoption scandal is a complex case with many unanswered questions. The four Croatian couples involved in the case had been in the process of adopting children from Zambia for several years. They had all been approved by the Croatian government and had received all of the necessary paperwork. However, when they arrived in Zambia to pick up the children, they were arrested on suspicion of child trafficking.
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