Democratic Republic of the Congo
In 2023, conflict and violence forced a record 75. 9 million people to flee their homes in 66 countries, half of whom live in sub-Saharan Africa, according to a report by the Internal Displacement Monitoring Center.
Ukraine opened its embassy in Gaborone, Botswana. It became the 16th Ukrainian diplomatic mission in Africa.
Ukraine continues to expand its diplomatic presence, particularly on the African continent. Yesterday, on April 10, the new Embassy of Ukraine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo officially opened.
Pope Francis called for an end to wars, including in Ukraine, and expressed hope for a general exchange of all prisoners between Russia and Ukraine.
An Honorary Consulate of the Democratic Republic of the Congo was opened in Uzhhorod, covering the Zakarpattia, Lviv, and Rivne regions of Ukraine.
Canada has officially released a silver coin in the shape of a Ukrainian Easter egg designed by Ukrainian-Canadian artist Tanya Mykytyuk, featuring intricate folk motifs and bright colors.
Two UN peacekeepers were seriously injured when their helicopter was shot at near Goma in eastern DR Congo.