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AfricaPolitics

Military governments lead West African trio out of ECOWAS regional bloc

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…
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AfricaPoliticsWar

Rebels take control of airport in DR Congo

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…
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AfricaPolitics

Military governor of DRC’s North Kivu province killed in M23 rebel assault

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…
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AfricaPoliticsWar

At least 20 Nigerian soldiers killed in attack on remote army base

At least 20 Nigerian soldiers were killed in a brutal attack on a remote army base in the northeastern part of the country, marking one of the deadliest assaults on the military in recent months. The attack, which occurred in the restive Borno state, is believed to have been carried out by Islamist militants associated with the terrorist group Boko Haram or its offshoot, the Islamic State West…
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AfricaPolitics

DR Congo breaks ties with Rwanda

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recently made headlines by breaking diplomatic ties with neighboring Rwanda, a significant development in the already tense relationship between the two countries. This decision comes amidst rising tensions and ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, where Rwanda has been accused of supporting rebel groups in the region. The relationship between DRC and Rwanda has…
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AfricaPolitics

Seven frequently asked questions about South Africa’s expropriation bill

South Africa’s Expropriation Bill has generated significant debate since it was introduced. The bill aims to allow the government to expropriate land without compensation under certain conditions. Here are seven frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the bill. 1. What is the Expropriation Bill? The Expropriation Bill is a proposed law that would grant the South African government the…
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AfricaEconomyPolitics

Sudan’s army battles RSF for control of oil refinery near Khartoum

In Sudan, the ongoing conflict between the country’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has escalated into a fierce battle for control of a critical oil refinery near the capital, Khartoum. The fighting, which began in April 2023, has plunged Sudan into a devastating civil war, with both sides vying for control of key strategic assets, including oil facilities. The refinery…
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