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AfricaPoliticsWar

Red Cross buries 18 bodies in mass grave amid Bukavu clashes

In the wake of recent clashes in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has conducted a mass burial of 18 bodies at the Musigiko cemetery. These individuals were victims of ongoing conflicts involving armed groups, including the M23 rebels. The ICRC’s intervention was crucial, as families were unable to retrieve their deceased due to…
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AfricaPoliticsWar

South Africa urges cooperation at G20 meeting amid tensions over Ukraine

At the recent G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of multilateralism and adherence to international law in addressing global crises, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He called for collective action to resolve disputes through negotiation and inclusive dialogue, underscoring the necessity of upholding…
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AfricaPolitics

Former Mauritius prime minister arrested

In February 2025, former Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Jugnauth, was arrested on charges of money laundering. The arrest followed a raid by the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) at his residence, where authorities seized 114 million Mauritian rupees (approximately $2.4 million). Jugnauth has been provisionally charged and denies the allegations. Background of Pravind Jugnauth Pravind…
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AfricaDisaster

Fifty dead in gold mine collapse in Mali

In February 2025, a devastating gold mine collapse in Mali resulted in the deaths of at least 42 individuals, with many others injured. The incident occurred at a mining site in Bilali Koto, Dabia, in the eastern part of the country. This tragedy marks the second major mining accident in Mali within a month, underscoring the persistent dangers associated with artisanal mining in the…
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AfricaPolitics

Rebels seize second major city in DR Congo

In February 2025, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) experienced a significant escalation in conflict as the M23 rebel group, reportedly backed by Rwanda, seized control of two major cities in the eastern region: Goma and Bukavu. These developments have intensified concerns about regional stability and the humanitarian situation. Capture of Goma Goma, the capital of North Kivu…
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AfricaPolitics

DR Congo’s M23 rebels enter centre of strategic city Bukavu

In early 2023, the M23 rebel group made a significant advance in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), entering the strategically important city of Bukavu. This marked a concerning escalation in the ongoing conflict between the government forces and various armed groups operating in the region. Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province, holds immense economic…
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AfricaEntertainmentSport

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo smashes half-marathon world record

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made headlines in the world of athletics when he shattered the men’s half-marathon world record in November 2021, setting a new mark of 57 minutes and 31 seconds during the World Half Marathon Championships in Gdynia, Poland. This remarkable achievement not only cemented Kiplimo’s position as one of the world’s premier long-distance runners but also highlighted…
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