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Background
Explainer: The DRC elections
DR Congo gears up for only its second national election since the end of the civil war in 2002
Profile: DR Congo
Ravaged by years of civil war, the mineral-rich DRC remains among the most complex and volatile countries in the world.
Profile: Joseph Kabila
Incumbent president is credited for bringing peace but critics say he lacks political vision to lead DRC forward.
Profile: Etienne Tshisekedi
After three decades in politics, the veteran is widely regarded as the biggest threat to incumbent Joseph Kabila.
The Stream
DR Congo elections: more questions than answers
In Democratic Republic of Congo, upcoming elections have many braced for renewed violence.
DR Congo - Understanding the Conflict
Fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to kill thousands after an official declaration of peace.
More News
Tensions mount in the capital as Congolese, fearful of possible violence, await results of country's presidential vote.
By Azad Essa
DR Congo citizens, tell Al Jazeera of how election proceedings in their city differed from the rest of the country.
By Azad Essa
Images of conflict and violence dominate media coverage of the DRC, creating vicious cycle that perpetuates problems.
By Azad Essa
For the internally displaced living in DRC's camps, voting in Monday's election is a first step towards returning home.
By Azad Essa
Nicknamed the 'peacemaker', the former ally of Jospeh Kabila is the surprise package of this year's general election.
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Fears of unrest in capital over presidential vote, amid claims of irregularities and concern results will be delayed.
By Azad Essa
Calls made for election annulment over "irregularities", with polling expected to continue into third day in some areas.
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Capital of eastern Congo's North Kivu state votes in central African nation's historic elections.
By Azad Essa
Citizens in eastern DRC tell Al Jazeera why they are looking forward to national elections on November 28.
By Azad Essa
Opposition calls for annulment of election over 'irregularities' as poll extended to second day due to poor organisation.
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At least three people killed in Kinshasa as rival campaign rallies are concluded ahead of Monday's vote.
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Ntabo Ntaberi Sheka, accused of orchestrating mass rapes, makes pre-vote appearance in eastern town as police look on.
By Azad Essa
Serious concerns expressed over electoral procedures and opposition candidates' access to media.
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Officials transport ballot boxes from Goma to Walikale with the help of MONUSCO peacekeepers.
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Clashes erupt between rival factions in the east, raising fears of widespread violence in the African nation.
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