Chris Mpaka signs first professional contract with Rouen Métropole Basket
Chris Mpaka, a standout defender from Kinshasa, signs with Rouen Métropole Basket after setting multiple records at Tarleton State.
Jul 28, 2026
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Rutgers Men’s Basketball Secures Global Talent for 2026‑27 Season
Rutgers announces a class of international signings, highlighting Mervedi Miteo’s historic debut for the DR Congo national team and the overseas experience of Diego Garavaglia, Martin Tonejc, Rasheed Jones and Dorin Buca.
Jul 24, 2026
Rutgers Secures Young Congolese Forward Mervedi Miteo
Rutgers University has announced the commitment of 17‑year‑old Mervedi Miteo, a 6‑foot‑10 forward‑center from Kinshasa, bringing international experience from Spain and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Jul 24, 2026
Soccer as Sanctuary: How Immigrants Find Belonging on the Fields of Portland
In Portland, Maine, a modest park has become a refuge where newcomers from the Democratic Republic of Congo and beyond forge friendships, confront immigration challenges, and chase global ambitions.
Jul 10, 2026
Providence Friars Women’s Basketball Faces Uncertain Future After Key Departures
After a 15‑18 record and a seventh‑place finish in the Big East, the Friars must replace Sabou Gueye and Teneisia Brown, while new transfers like Kylah Silver hope to fill the void.
Jun 30, 2026
African Football’s Rising Fortunes Praised by CAF chief
CAF president Patrice Motsepe credits strategic investments in youth, coaching and infrastructure for Africa’s historic World Cup performances, from Morocco’s semi‑final run to Cape Verde’s surprise advance.
Jun 29, 2026
Congolese Fan in Lumumba Costume Makes World Cup Debut
A Congolese supporter, dressed as the country’s first prime minister, reaches the tournament after overcoming Ebola‑related setbacks, prompting an apology from Algeria’s football federation.
Jun 22, 2026
Soccer literature prepares fans for the 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to unfold across North America, a curated selection of books offers insight into the sport's many layers, from tactical nuance to personal memory.
Jun 9, 2026
Didier Maleng Joins USI Screaming Eagles for 2026-27 Season
Coach Stan Gouard announced the commitment of 6‑foot‑9 senior Didier Maleng, a native of Kinshasa, to the University of Southern Indiana men’s basketball program for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign.
May 31, 2026
Leopards Make History: DRC Secures Spot in 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Democratic Republic of Congo's national team, the Leopards, will make their first ever appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting up a historic tournament in Houston while navigating Ebola-related travel restrictions.
May 29, 2026
Congo’s World Cup squad skips Ebola‑hit farewell as U.S. travel ban looms
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s soccer team canceled a Kinshasa send‑off due to an Ebola outbreak, but will still compete in warm‑up games in Belgium and Spain. The World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency, while the United States imposed a 30‑day entry ban on travelers from the affected countries, though the Congolese squad is exempt because it has been training in Europe.
May 21, 2026