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Congo Court Dissolves Ex-President’s Party

DR Congo's Council of State dissolved ex-president Joseph Kabila's party, the PPRD, on 30 October, after examining its alleged ties to rebels.

  • DR Congo's top court dissolved former President Kabila's party PPRD on 30 October 2026.
  • PPRD's actions deemed serious breach of political party laws and threat to public order.
  • FRN linked to AFC/M23 rebel alliance, which holds Goma since January 2025.

Chile Copper Output Falls 15% in September

Chile, the world's top copper producer, mined 387,870 tonnes in September, down 15.1%, and the third quarter was its weakest of 2026 so far.

  • Chile's copper output fell 15.1% in September 2026
  • September 2026 marked weakest quarter of 2026
  • Escondida, world's largest mine, produced 19% less

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