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Thousands Dead as Rwanda-Backed M23 Rebels Capture Key Cities in Eastern Congo Amid Escalating Conflict

In what has become one of the deadliest years in recent history for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), more than 7,000 people have been killed as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels…

Africa News Now February 25, 2025

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Congo’s President Announces Unity Government Amid Escalating Violence in Eastern Region

President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has revealed plans to form a unity government as violence intensifies in the country’s eastern region, sparking significant concern from…

Africa News Now February 25, 2025

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Rwanda Rejects U.S. Sanctions on Senior Official Over M23 Support Amid Ongoing Conflict in Eastern Congo

Rwanda's government has strongly criticized U.S. sanctions imposed on General James Kabarebe, a senior official in the Rwandan government, over his alleged role in backing the M23 rebel group in…

Africa News Now February 22, 2025

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ECOWAS President Dr. Omar Touray Praises Senegal and Guinea-Bissau Leaders for Commitment to Regional Cooperation

Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, has lauded the leadership of Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló for their unwavering commitment…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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DR Congo Seeks Military Support from Chad Amid Growing M23 Rebel Threat

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially requested military assistance from Chad in its ongoing battle against the M23 rebels, who have been advancing through eastern Congo, according to…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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Chad Declares Victory in Operation Haskanite Against Boko Haram, Eliminates 300 Fighters

Chad's military has officially concluded Operation Haskanite, a large-scale offensive launched in November 2024 to combat Boko Haram insurgents. The operation, which aimed to neutralize the extremist group, has been…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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African Leaders Approve New Financial Stability Mechanism to Aid Debt-Stricken Governments

Faced with escalating debt and billions of dollars in unmet funding requirements, African leaders have given the green light to the creation of a new financial facility designed to provide…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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UN Accuses M23 Rebels of Executing Children in Bukavu Amid Escalating Violence in Eastern Congo

The United Nations Human Rights Office has accused the M23 rebel group of summarily executing children in the town of Bukavu, South Kivu, amid the group’s rapid military advances in…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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Burundi Struggles with Influx of Congolese Refugees Amid M23 Violence

Burundi is grappling with a growing refugee crisis as thousands of Congolese flee the violence caused by the M23 rebel group advancing in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Since…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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UN Secretary-General Urges Dialogue to Prevent Regional Escalation of DRC Conflict at AU Summit

At the African Union (AU) summit on Saturday, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warned against the regional escalation of the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). As…

Africa News Now February 17, 2025

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Djibouti’s Mahmoud Youssouf Elected Chairperson of the African Union Commission

Djibouti’s Foreign Minister, Mahmoud Youssouf, has emerged victorious in the race to become the next Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, securing a significant political achievement for his country.…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025