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President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has promoted Brigadier General Somo Kakule Evariste to the rank of Major General and appointed him as the new military governor of North Kivu. This…
The conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is rapidly intensifying, particularly in North Kivu province, where the M23 rebel group is clashing with government forces (FARDC). The situation has reached a…
The ongoing conflict between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese government forces has escalated in North Kivu, with reports indicating that the M23 may have killed Governor Peter Nkuba Cirumwami. The violence has…
A catastrophic fuel tanker explosion in Niger State, northern Nigeria, has claimed the lives of at least 60 people. The tragedy occurred when a tanker overturned near a busy market, spilling fuel that ignited shortly…
South Sudan is facing a severe cholera outbreak, with 737 cases reported in Malakal, the capital of Upper Nile State, within a month of the first suspected case. Humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without…
Uganda’s military intervention in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to spark debate three years after its launch. In 2021, Uganda, in collaboration with Congolese forces, initiated Operation…
Kenyan President Dr. William Samoei Ruto has been elected as the new Chairperson of the East African Community (EAC), succeeding Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan, who served in the role for the past year. The…
A prominent Ugandan opposition politician, Kizza Besigye, was abducted during a book launch in Kenya over the weekend, transferred to Uganda, and is currently being held at a military jail in Kampala, his wife said on…
Rwanda's national football team, Amavubi, delivered an impressive 2-1 victory against Nigeria in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier held on Monday evening at Godswill Akpabio Stadium. Despite the remarkable…
The Oswal family, one of the prominent Swiss-Indian billionaire families, has recently made headlines following the detainment of Vasundhara Oswal, daughter of industrialist Pankaj Oswal, in Uganda. A recent post on…
As a frequent flyer and loyal supporter of Uganda Airlines, I have always taken pride in promoting our national carrier. However, recent experiences have left me disappointed and concerned about the airline's…
In a landmark move signaling a shift in international diplomacy, the United States has voiced strong support for the inclusion of two permanent seats for African nations on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).…
A new military alliance between Somalia and Egypt is creating ripples across the fragile Horn of Africa, with Ethiopia, in particular, voicing significant concerns. The agreement, which was solidified earlier this…
In a notable shift in military focus, around 100 Russian mercenaries from the “Bear Brigade” have been redeployed from Burkina Faso to aid in Russia’s defense efforts against Ukraine. The private military company's…
Dadaab, Kenya – In the vast, arid expanse of eastern Kenya, near the border with Somalia, lies Dadaab, one of the largest refugee camps in the world. For decades, Dadaab has been a place of refuge for hundreds of…
King Mswati III of Eswatini has called on African countries to unite if they want to achieve total economic emancipation, just like they did when they demanded political liberation. King Mswati III made the call during…
The High Commissioner-Designate of Rwanda to Tanzania, Gen Patrick Nyamvumba, presented his Letters of Credence to Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania on Monday, August 12. On August…
Tanzania's political landscape was thrust into the spotlight on Monday as police detained opposition leaders and rounded up several hundred supporters in a significant escalation of tensions between the government and…
In Bangui, Central African Republic, on Monday, August 5th, a total of 634 soldiers of the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) graduated as the second cohort trained by the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF). The first cohort…
On August 5, 2024, 95 Libyan nationals appeared in the White River Magistrate's Court in Mpumalanga, South Africa, for their second court appearance. The individuals were arrested in connection with an alleged illegal…
On [Date], President William Ruto signed the Supplementary Appropriation (No. 2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 39 of 2024) into law at State House, Nairobi. This landmark legislation marks a significant step towards…
In a significant public address on Sunday, President Bola Tinubu reached out to Nigerians protesting against the escalating cost of living, assuring them that their voices have been "heard." This marks his first public…
Africa, with its vast cultural richness and historical depth, faces a significant challenge in its pursuit of continental unity: the linguistic divide between Anglophone and Francophone countries. This division, a…
Nigerian troops and police have intensified security measures in Lagos and the capital city, Abuja, in response to ongoing nationwide protests sparked by the rising cost of living. The protests, which began today, are…