The bonobo is a relative of the chimpanzee, and is found only in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) south of the Congo River. They are endangered, with habitat loss and the bushmeat trade their ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. KINSHASA, Congo — A boat capsized in central Congo, leaving 64 people missing, authorities said Wednesday. The ...

Bonobos (Pan paniscus) are often touted by scientists as a peace-loving great ape species, opting to solve social conflicts through sex rather than aggression. But their only refuge, the Democratic ...

Sixty-four people are missing after a boat capsized in central Congo, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. The river barge sank on Monday at the mouth of the Sankuru River in Kasai province, an area ...

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