Congo government quits as president prepares IMF talks
Congo-Brazzaville's President Denis Sassou Nguesso cleared the decks on Thursday with the office announcement of the resignation of the government ahead of crucial talks with the International Monetary Fund.
Aug 17, 2017, 23:45 PM IST
Veteran Congo leader Sassou Nguesso sworn-in after re-election
Longtime Congolese leader Denis Sassou Nguesso was sworn in for another five-year term today following a contested presidential election last month that has raised tensions in the country.
Apr 17, 2016, 01:19 AM IST
Thousands flee gunbattles in Congo capital after disputed polls
Streams of people panicked by gunfire fled districts loyal to the opposition in the south of Brazzaville, carrying their bags and pushing the elderly in wheelbarrows.
Congo orders arrest of key candidate in presidential race
Congolese authorities have said they had ordered the arrest of a former army chief who is challenging President Denis Sassou Nguesso, in power for more than 30 years, in elections next month.
Feb 20, 2016, 08:18 AM IST
Thousands rally in support of Congo leader's bid
Tens of thousands of supporters of Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso took to the streets of the capital Brazzaville today to back his controversial bid to change the constitution in order to remain in power.
Oct 11, 2015, 02:22 AM IST
Congo to vote on President`s bid to extend rule
The Republic of Congo will hold a referendum on proposals for a new constitution that could allow President Denis Sassou Nguesso to extend his hold on power, he announced Tuesday.
Sep 23, 2015, 11:43 AM IST
