In a significant political development, the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, led by former South African President Jacob Zuma, has filed a treason complaint against AfriForum, a prominent civil rights organization representing the white Afrikaner minority. This action follows AfriForum’s lobbying efforts in the United States against South Africa’s land expropriation law, which aims to…
Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s first president and a central figure in the nation’s liberation struggle, passed away on February 8, 2025, at the age of 95. His death marks the end of an era for Namibia, as he was instrumental in leading the country to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as its first democratically elected president until 2005.
Early Life and Struggle…
In recent years, the eastern part of the DRC has been the site of intense conflict, primarily driven by rebel groups and various armed factions. These groups have often sought to take control of natural resources and territory, contributing to widespread violence and displacement of civilians. The M23, for instance, is one of the most prominent rebel groups active in the region, although there are…
In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), rebel forces have seized control of a major airport in the eastern part of the country. The capture of the airport marks a troubling development in the DRC’s long-standing crisis, as it highlights the increasing power and influence of armed groups operating in the region. The rebels, primarily from…
Kenya has called for an emergency summit to address the escalating crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), marking a critical moment in the region’s ongoing instability. The DRC has been grappling with a prolonged conflict, especially in its eastern provinces, where armed groups continue to terrorize civilians and threaten regional stability. The situation has grown more dire, with…
A Kenyan court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison for the brutal murder of prominent LGBTQ+ activist Edwin Chiloba, a case that sparked outrage and intensified discussions about LGBTQ+ rights in the country. The verdict is seen as a significant step toward justice in a nation where discrimination against sexual minorities remains widespread.
Edwin Chiloba, a 25-year-old fashion designer…
Cyclone Chido, a powerful tropical storm, has left a trail of destruction across Mozambique, causing widespread devastation in coastal regions and displacing tens of thousands of people. Striking with wind speeds exceeding 150 kilometers per hour and torrential rains, the cyclone wreaked havoc on infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods, intensifying the country’s vulnerability to climate-induced…
