Sudan Conflict Deepens as RSF Expands South
The Sudan conflict continues to devastate the population, as more civilians face hunger, displacement, and despair each month. With no resolution in sight, both military...
East Africa
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Congo Faces Fiscal Strain as War Drives Up Military Costs
The Congo military budget strain is intensifying as war in the eastern region drains state resources. With M23 rebels occupying much of the borderlands, the...
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Museveni Pledges Action on Uganda’s Minimum Wage Crisis
During Labour Day celebrations in Nakapiripirit District, President Yoweri Museveni pledged to tackle Uganda minimum wage reform. He acknowledged that wages have remained stagnant for...
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Rwanda Escorts SADC Troops to Tanzania from Congo
Rwanda escorts SADC troops through its territory to Tanzania as the Southern African regional force begins its withdrawal from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Rwanda’s...
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Acholi Leader to Spearhead Return of Lakwena’s Ex-Fighters
Efforts to start the repatriation of Lakwena’s ex-fighters are gaining momentum. Acholi Paramount Chief David Onen Acana II will lead the discussions. Meanwhile, around 1,000...
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Delay in UVTAB Results Due to Lack of Governing Board
The UVTAB Governing Board delay has caused a major hold-up in releasing Uganda’s vocational and technical examination results. UVTAB announced that the November–December 2024 results,...
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Rwanda and DRC Take Bold Step Toward Peace and Cooperation
In a major breakthrough, Rwanda and DRC peace agreement leaders signed a deal during a US-brokered meeting in Washington. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio...
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DR Congo and M23 Agree to Ceasefire After Qatar-Brokered Talks.
The DR Congo M23 ceasefire agreement marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo. On April 23, the Congolese government and...
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Tea Farmers in Kigezi Thrive as Global Prices Surge.
Tea farming in Kigezi Sub-region is experiencing a much-needed revival. The global price of processed tea has risen from $0.70 (Shs2,552) to $1.35 (Shs4,921) per...
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Joseph Kabila Announces Return to DR Congo Amid Crisis
Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila announces return to DR Congo after nearly six years of silence and one year in exile, citing the deteriorating security...
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CAF Grants Approval for Hamz Stadium to Host AFCON Matches.
Kampala, Uganda – A New Era for Ugandan Football Begins! Uganda has reached an unprecedented milestone in its football history as Hamz Stadium Nakivubo War...
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Surge in Tanzania’s Meat Exports
Tanzania’s meat exports have experienced a remarkable increase, soaring from 1,774.3 tonnes in 2022 to 14,701.2 tonnes in 2023, as announced by Minister of Livestock...
