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Airtel, Starlink Launch Satellite Service in DRC

Airtel Africa and Starlink have launched a satellite-to-mobile service in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), marking the first commercial deployment of the technology in an African market. Launched on August 14, the service enables Airtel customers with compatible smartphones to remain connected in areas without traditional mobile network coverage, …

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Uganda Sends More Troops To DRC, as Conflict Continues

The Ugandan army confirmed on Sunday that it had sent troops to another town in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo to combat armed groups, amid fears that the ongoing conflict in the DRC could escalate into a full-scale war. “Our troops have entered Mahagi town and we are in …

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Raila Odinga Congratulates DRC’s President, Tshisekedi On Re-Election

Raila Odinga, the leader of the Azimio coalition, extended his congratulations to Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi on Sunday for securing a second term. In his message, Raila conveyed his best wishes to President Tshisekedi for ensuring stability and prosperity in the DRC. Raila also praised the people …

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