Zimbabwe’s reaction to the U.S. removal of illegal immigrants has been one of concern, caution, and a call for diplomatic engagement. This issue came to the forefront as the U.S. began implementing stricter immigration policies, which included the deportation of individuals who were in the country illegally, particularly those from African nations like Zimbabwe. As one of the countries…
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…
During Donald Trump’s presidency, there was a significant shift in U.S. foreign aid policy, which included threatening to halt or reduce aid to countries that did not align with certain American political interests. This created uncertainty for many international NGOs, especially those in developing nations like South Africa. Hundreds of South African non-governmental organizations (NGOs)…
The conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has escalated in recent years, particularly with the M23 rebel group’s activities. Goma, a major city in North Kivu province, has been heavily affected by this instability. The M23 group’s resurgence, which began in late 2021, has led to significant humanitarian and economic consequences in the region.
One of the most…
In a dramatic shift in West African politics, military governments in three countries—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Guinea—have taken the step of withdrawing from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the regional bloc aimed at fostering economic cooperation and political stability in the region. The move comes as a result of growing tensions between the military-led governments in…
In a significant development in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), rebels have taken control of an important airport in the eastern part of the country, further escalating tensions in an already volatile region. This action is part of the ongoing conflict between various armed groups in the DRC, particularly in the North Kivu province, where the presence of rebel factions has destabilized the…
The military governor of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s North Kivu province, General Constant Ndima, was tragically killed in an attack by M23 rebels, highlighting the escalating violence in the eastern part of the country. The assault occurred as the M23 rebel group, which has been active in the region for years, launched a fierce offensive against military and civilian targets in North…