Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group pledged to sign a peace agreement by August 18, at a ceremony in Doha on Saturday, a sign of progress even as outstanding details need to be negotiated.

Livingston are set to announce the signing of Jeremy Bokila after securing a work permit for the striker. Manager David Martindale attended a work permit hearing on Thursday in a bid to sign the 36-year-old DR Congo international from Willem II, who were relegated from the Dutch top flight last season.

Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels have signed a declaration to cease hostilities in eastern Congo. The deal, facilitated by Qatar, aims at addressing deep-rooted conflict causes but faces disagreement over key terms.

KoBold Metals and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a mineral exploration pact, deepening the company’s activities in the central African nation.

Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels have signed a declaration of principles for a permanent ceasefire in eastern Congo, where ethnic tensions and quest for rich minerals have resulted in one of Africa's longest conflicts with thousands killed this year.

Democratic Republic of Congo has agreed to pay more than 40 million euros ($46.37 million) in a sponsorship deal with Spanish soccer club Barcelona that would see a logo promoting tourism appear on some team apparel,