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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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Mali and Senegal Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Joint Border Patrols and Expanding Cooperation

Mali and Senegal are reinforcing their partnership, placing emphasis on practical cooperation over political differences within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). A significant development in this growing…

Africa News Now February 24, 2025

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Kenyan Police Officer Killed in Haiti During Operation Against Violent Gangs

A Kenyan police officer deployed to Haiti to assist in combating the country’s violent gangs was tragically killed in a confrontation with one of the criminal groups in the Artibonite…

Africa News Now February 24, 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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Kizza Besigye Faces Legal Battles and Health Concerns as Uganda’s Opposition Leader Remains Detained

Ugandan opposition leader and former presidential candidate, Dr. Kizza Besigye, made a brief appearance in a civilian court on Wednesday as his legal team sought his release. However, a judge…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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Kenya Offers to Assist in Sudan Peace Efforts Amid Controversy Over RSF Meeting

Kenya announced its willingness to play a role in facilitating peace initiatives in Sudan on Wednesday, following accusations from the Sudanese government that Nairobi had violated its sovereignty by hosting…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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Kenyan Lawmaker Charged with Forging Academic Certificates, Pleads Not Guilty

Kenyan lawmaker George Koimburi, representing the Juja constituency, has been charged with forging academic certificates, according to an announcement by the country's public prosecutor on Wednesday. Koimburi faces six charges—three…

Africa News Now February 19, 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