A senior UN official has warned that the suspension of US foreign aid has had a devastating effect on humanitarian operations in the conflict-stricken Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo). Bruno Lemarquis, the UN’s humanitarian coordinator in DR Congo, expressed deep concern over the situation, emphasizing the country’s heavy reliance on US assistance. Speaking…
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Trump and Putin Agree to Start Ukraine Ceasefire Talks, Plan Mutual Visits.
In a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to initiate immediate negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine. This development follows a lengthy and productive phone call between the two leaders. In a statement on his social media platform, Truth…
Janet Museveni Backs New UCE Grading System Amid Parents’ Confusion.
Kampala, Uganda – February 11, 2025 First Lady and Minister of Education, Janet Museveni, has urged Ugandans to embrace the newly introduced grading system under the New Lower Secondary Curriculum (NLSC). She made the remarks while displaying the 2024 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) results during their official release at State House Nakasero. The Uganda…
South Sudan’s President Kiir Sacks Top Officials, Including Vice-Presidents.
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has dismissed two of the country’s vice-presidents, the head of the intelligence agency, and several other senior officials in a major government shake-up. The changes were announced through a series of presidential decrees read on the state broadcaster, though no official reasons were given. The removed vice-presidents are James Wani…
Netanyahu Warns Gaza Ceasefire Will End if Hostages Are Not Released.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the current ceasefire in Gaza will end if Hamas does not release Israeli hostages by Saturday. Speaking on Monday, Netanyahu reiterated that the Israeli military is prepared to resume “intense fighting until Hamas is finally defeated” should the militant group fail to comply. Hamas had initially planned…
Besigye Goes on Hunger Strike Amid Legal Battle.
Kampala, Uganda – November 20, 2024 Uganda’s veteran opposition leader, retired Colonel Dr. Kizza Besigye, has gone on a hunger strike while facing trial at the General Court Martial in Makindye, Kampala. Besigye, a longtime critic of President Yoweri Museveni’s government, was seen standing in the steel dock as legal proceedings against him continued. Sources…
M23 Rebel Leader Sultani Makenga: The Man Behind DR Congo’s Turmoil.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) is once again engulfed in conflict as fighters from the notorious M23 rebel group advance through the country’s east. Their battles with the national army have led to the capture of key territories, the deaths of thousands in just a fortnight, and escalating tensions between DR Congo and…
Hamas Suspends Hostage Releases, Israel on High Alert.
Hamas has announced the suspension of further hostage releases, accusing Israel of violating the terms of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. The group claims that Israel has delayed the return of displaced Palestinians to northern Gaza, attacked civilians with shelling and gunfire, and failed to facilitate the agreed-upon entry of humanitarian aid. The decision…
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