October 24, 2025

The Democratic Republic of the Congo : a complicated rich nation

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) remains one of Africa’s most paradoxical nations: immense natural-resource riches and strategic location, yet long-running conflict, fragile governance and urgent developmental needs. Governance & Politics President Félix Tshisekedi, who secured a second term in late-2023, continues to lead the country under the umbrella of the “Sacred Union” coalition. […]