Crisis in South Sudan: Arrests of Key Officials Threaten Fragile Peace Deal

•Escalating Tensions Between President Kiir and Vice President Machar Raise Fears of Renewed Conflict South Sudan’s already fragile peace agreement is under increasing strain as political and military tensions escalate between factions loyal to President Salva Kiir and Vice President Riek Machar. The recent arrests of high-profile officials, including Deputy Army Chief General Gabriel Duop […]

African Union Decries Escalating Atrocities in Sudan, Calls for Ramadan Truce

The African Union (AU) has expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict in Sudan, condemning what it describes as relentless war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by both the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). In an official statement released Wednesday, the AU highlighted the deteriorating humanitarian situation in […]

UK Summons Rwandan Envoy Over M23 Rebel Gains in Eastern DRC

The United Kingdom has summoned Rwanda’s High Commissioner in response to escalating tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The summons after M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Kigali, have made significant territorial gains in the country’s restive eastern regions. UK Condemns Rwanda’s Alleged Involvement In a strongly worded statement published online and on social […]

Burundi Withdraws Troops from Rebel-Held Bukavu Amid Escalating Tensions in Eastern DRC

Burundian authorities have begun withdrawing their troops from Bukavu, a city under rebel control in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to multiple sources, including a Burundian army officer and two United Nations officials. The development, which took place on Tuesday, comes at a time of heightened regional tensions and growing concerns about […]

World’s First Openly Gay Imam Shot Dead in South Africa in Suspected Targeted Killing

Bethelsdorp, South Africa| Moegsien Hendricks, widely recognized as the world’s first openly gay imam, was shot dead in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The 58-year-old cleric was reportedly in Bethelsdorp, near Gqeberha, to officiate a wedding between a lesbian couple when he was brutally attacked in what appears […]

President Hassan Sheikh Attends 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, actively participated in the opening of the 38th African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit, which commenced in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The high-level meeting brought together African leaders to discuss key issues affecting the continent, including leadership transitions, regional […]

Ethiopian and Mauritanian FMs Discuss Strengthening Bilateral and Multilateral Ties

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| In a significant diplomatic engagement, Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Gedion Timothewos, held bilateral discussions with his Mauritanian counterpart, Dr. Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug, on the sidelines of the 38th African Union (AU) Summit. The meeting focused on deepening economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties between Ethiopia and Mauritania while reinforcing cooperation […]

Somali President Meets Ethiopian PM to Strengthen Ties and Regional Stability

Addis Ababa, FDRE| The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a crucial meeting with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, on the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. The discussions centered on regional stability, counterterrorism efforts, and strengthening bilateral relations between the two neighboring nations. […]

Protesters Attack U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa Amid Rising Tension in the DRC

•Escalating Tensions, Anti-Imperialist Slogans, and a Deepening Humanitarian Crisis… Kinshasa, DRC| A wave of unrest gripped the streets of Kinshasa as a group of demonstrators attacked the United States Embassy, hurling burning tires and chanting anti-imperialist slogans. The violent protest, which unfolded in front of the diplomatic mission, saw thick plumes of black smoke rising […]

Tanzania to Boost Regional Power Trade Through Strategic Electricity Connections

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania| President Samia Suluhu Hassan has outlined Tanzania’s strategic plans to leverage its geographical location as a crucial hub for connecting electricity networks across Eastern and Southern Africa. This initiative aims to facilitate seamless electricity trade between the Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP) and the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP), linking energy […]