Hundreds flee as Congo's M23 rebels near key city of Goma
Battles have broken out around the villages of Kibumba, Rugari and Tongo, North-Kivu army spokesperson Guillaume Ndjike said.
Tue Nov 15 2022
Anti-Rwanda protests break out in east Congo as Kinshasa recalls envoy
Thousands joined anti-Rwanda protests in the east Congolese city of Goma, denouncing Rwanda's alleged support of M23 rebels.
Tue Nov 01 2022
At least 15 killed as anti-UN protests flare in east Congo
The protests were spurred by complaints that UN mission has failed to protect civilians against militia violence which has raged for years.
Wed Jul 27 2022
Little food and water for Congolese fleeing volcano
The United Nations calls for aid and warns about the risk of cholera.
Sat May 29 2021
Congo's Goma hit by tremors after volcanic eruption, scores missing
The lava flow stopped a few hundred metres short of the city limits, but wrecked 17 villages on the way and killed at least 32 people.
Tue May 25 2021
Congo volcano leaves death and smoking wreckage, but major city spared
A volcanic eruption in eastern Congo left a smoking trail of destruction half a mile wide on Sunday that buried hundreds of houses.
Mon May 24 2021
Volcano erupts in eastern Congo, lava reaching airport in Goma
Lava from a volcano that erupted in Democratic Republic of Congo is reaching the airport in Goma.
Sun May 23 2021
Gomantong Cave to be returned to Orang Sungai if GRS wins Sabah polls - Bung Moktar
He said this was because the caves natural products, especially as edible birds nests, used to be a source of revenue for the state government.
Wed Sep 16 2020
Nepal plane makes emergency landing after fatal crashes
The 19-seater plane was taking off for Lukla, known as the gateway to Mount Everest, when a bird struck its right wing.
Wed Mar 02 2016
Congo rebels complete Goma pullout
Rebels believed to be backed by Rwanda have completed their retreat from Congo's eastern provincial capital less than two weeks after taking control of the strategic city.
Mon Dec 03 2012
New army chief ready for war against M23
The newly appointed Congolese military chief said his forces are ready to prepare for war after the string of defeats and retreats suffered at the hands of the M23 rebels in eastern Congo.
Fri Nov 30 2012
Congo rebels reach door of Goma
Rebel group advanced into Congo.
Mon Nov 19 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024