March 23
Sudan: Sudan War Spillover Kills 17 More Civilians in Chad
After a drone originating from the war-torn Sudan struck a Chadian town, the Chadian government shut its border and ordered military retaliation against any future attacks. Read more »
January 23
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Remains On Edge Despite M23 Withdrawal From Uvira
There is a sense of relief in Uvira following the withdrawal of M23 fighters from the city, after weeks of intense fighting and displacement, yet the situation remains fragile. Read more »
January 20
Chad: Sudan Civil War Spills Over Into Neighboring Chad
Pursuing armed groups affiliated to the army into Chad, Sudan's paramilitary attacked a Chadian military garrison, killing seven soldiers and prompting the government to issue a… Read more »
January 08
Congo-Kinshasa: Patrice Lumumba Look-Alike At Afcon Revives the Revolutionary Icon's Legacy
A viral AFCON moment featuring a DRC Congo Patrice Lumumba look-alike, has captivated the tournament and brought back memories of Congo's first revolutionary prime minister Read more »
December 17, 2025
Rwanda: Rwanda-Backed M23 Pushes Conflict to Uvira Despite Washington Peace Deal
Barely a week after Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed a peace agreement aimed at stabilizing the eastern region of the DRC, the M23 rebel group launched a… Read more »
December 02, 2025
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo-Rwanda Leaders Head to Washington for Final Peace Deal With Trump
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda are expected to sign a peace deal in Washington on 4 December 2025, in a deal brokered by President Donald Trump. Read more »
October 27, 2025
Cameroon: Protests Erupt in Cameroon As the 92-Year-Old President Gets Another Seven-Year Term
Alleging electoral fraud, protesters have taken to the streets insisting on the victory of his opponent, a veteran of the regime who broke ranks, and garnered mass support by… Read more »
August 27, 2025
Congo-Kinshasa: Peace Deal Holds No Water As Mass Killings Persist in Congo
Recent reports indicate the killing of hundreds of civilians in Congo by the M23, despite a peace deal having been agreed to. Read more »
August 04, 2025
Angola: 22 Killed During Mass Protests Against Fuel Prices
Angola, one of Africa's top oil producers, is in turmoil after protests erupted over a sharp fuel price hike driven by IMF-backed subsidy cuts. Read more »
July 22, 2025
Cameroon: Biya's Bid Comes as Cameroon Struggles With Deep Political Divisions, Mounting Insecurity, and Economic Challenges
Cameroon's President Paul Biya has officially confirmed his candidacy for the 2025 presidential election, surprising many by seeking an eighth term in office. Read more »
June 24, 2025
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo and Rwanda to Sign Peace Agreement As U.S. Seeks Mineral Deal
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda are poised to sign a peace agreement on June 27, following months of conflict in Eastern Congo. Read more »
