First Known Photos of 'Lost Bird' Not Seen in 2 Decades are Captured by University of Texas Scientists
For the first time, scientists have captured photos of a bird in Africa unseen for nearly 20 years-the striking yellow-crested helmetshrike.
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Hundreds of Volunteers Have Prevented Violence By Helping 350,000 People in Sudan and Congo Make Personal Peace
In 2018 alone, World Relief recruited 750 volunteers to help de-escalate conflicts in villages in Sudan, Pakistan, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Watch Celebrations Erupt After Nation's Last Ebola Patient is Discharged From Treatment Center
With no new confirmed cases in the last two weeks, DRC officials believe the nation's second-worst Ebola outbreak has finally come to an end.
Some Generous Apes May Help Explain The Evolution Of Human Kindness
Bonobos research reveals how their society developed cooperation, generosity, and reciprocity, in place of chimp violence.
World's First Ebola Vaccine Approved for Global Use After Saving Hundreds of Thousands During Outbreak
Now that the Ervebo vaccine has been approved by WHO and the European Commission, the vaccine can now be freely distributed on a more global basis.
Congolese Nun Overcomes Blackouts by Becoming Electrician to Create Hydroelectric Plant
In the town of Miti, Congo DRC, blackouts are common, so a convent found a clever nun and sent her to engineering school.
NBA Basketball Star Donates Full Salary This Season to Build Hospital in DR Congo to Honor Father
The hospital will be named after his late father, and help Biyombo's foundation offer medical care to those in need.
These Youth in the Congo Offer a Choice of Music Over Conflict
After this group of young people recorded their own version of "Happy" by Pharrell Williams, they wanted to give other youths the same opportunity.
Everyone is Celebrating Congo's Massive New Park Since Similar Preserve Saved Gorillas From Extinction
Now that mountain gorillas have rebounded from their listing as "critically endangered", conservationists are hopeful for its relatives in the Congo.
2018 Nobel Peace Prize Winners Risk Their Lives to Make the World Better for Victims of Sexual Violence
Two doctors are being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition for their incredible efforts to stop sexual violence in the DRC.
$261 Million Donated to Save Rainforest Hot Spots
The largest gift ever to a private conservation group, $261 million, was pledged to Conservation International by Intel Corp. cofounder Gordon Moore, 72, and his wife.
Ten Millionth Tree Planted in Congo's Gorilla Habitat
The World Wildlife Fund is celebrating the ten millionth tree planted around crucial endangered mountain gorilla habitat in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Surprise Gift-Giving for Hardworking Refugee Leaves Him in Tears (WATCH)
A refugee thought he was being interviewed for a documentary, but was really being surprised with gifts and a car. Great Video.
Mountain Gorilla Population Bounces Back, Quadruples to 1000
Read about the overhaul of the national park in DR Congo that led to mountain gorilla populations quadrupling–and poaching becoming non-existent.
After a 3-Year Wait For Adopted Congo Boys, Watch Incredible Airport Arrival
These parents welcome their two new sons to America with joyful tears and big hugs, more than three years after adopting them from the Congo.
Congo, Rwanda and Uganda Unite to Save Mountain Gorillas
Borders will matter less to central Africa's mountain gorillas, following the launch of a strategic conservation plan which covers adjoining areas of Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Fighter Gives Up Stardom to Bring Dignity to the Pygmy People
Professional cage fighter gives up the spotlight and becomes unlikely humanitarian hero to oppressed group in Africa.
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