The conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has often brought out stories of atrocities: People killed, displaced, raped or maimed. It is a cycle of the last 30 years. But the main victims, and weapons, in this have often been refugees. The victims though are sometimes also the pawns in this war where…
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South Africa sets elections date for May 29.
In tonight’s edition: May 29 is set as the date when South Africa’s ruling ANC party will face voters for what may be the first real challenge to its domination of the political landscape. Also, Guinea’s ruling junta doubles down on its dissolution of the government by announcing further restrictions. And the film “African Glory” introduces…
France considers suspending military sales to Israel as war in Gaza grinds on
NGOs and leftist members of the opposition have increased the pressure on France’s government to reconsider arms sales to Israel in the wake of the war in Gaza and follow in the footsteps of other European nations that made moves to suspend military exports over concerns about the humanitarian situation on the ground. It was…
Arsenal midfielder Odegaard set leave
In the statement that he gave he “I believe my season at Arsenal is now over, and I would want to thank the supporters for their support thus far. I believe it is time for me to move on to a club where I can win trophies. Arsenal midfielder set to leave this summer despite…
UN sanctions six DRC heads of rebel groups as fighting in eastern continues
The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday sanctioned six people from five armed groups in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as violent clashes escalate in the region between the Congolese army and M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, a claim Kigali denies. The fighting, in a war that has lasted decades, has increased the risk of an…
A military government in Guinea dissolves the government
Guinea’s military junta, which seized power in a coup in September 2021, has dissolved the government. The announcement was made through a presidential decree read on state TV on Monday by the presidency’s Secretary General, Brig Gen Amara Camara. Mr Camara did not disclose the reason for the dissolution or say when a new government…
China disagree with US veto of call for immediate armistice at UN
China has sharply criticised the US for vetoing a United Nations (UN) Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Beijing said the move sent the “wrong message” and effectively gave a “green light to the continued slaughter”. The White House said the Algerian-proposed resolution would “jeopardise” talks to end the war. The US…
Uganda’s retired judges get even more benefits than former presidents, speakers
As Ugandans continue to mither over the grandiose handover of the Shs 2.5 billion luxurious vehicles to former speakers of parliament by speaker Anita Annet Among, they will even feel more pained when they learn about the ultimate benefits of the judges when they retire. What retired judges get Of the three branches of government,…
