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Confrontation and Compassion: A Tale of Protest and Unity in Johannesburg In a towering city where hope and division often coexist, South Africa's ongoing struggle with immigration has taken on a new chapter. Last week in Johannesburg, the anti-immigration group Operation Dudula marched through the streets, demanding action against undocumented immigrants while clashing with human rights defenders. The protest, marked by heightened emotions and palpable tensions, not only highlights the deep-seated anxieties many South…

The Silent Struggle in Eastern Congo: Unpacking the Human Cost of Conflict In the heart of Africa, a storm brews beneath the surface—a brutal reality unfolding in the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Recent reports from Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have illuminated chilling details about the ongoing violence, specifically implicating the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels and the Congolese military-aligned Wazalendo coalition. Together, these groups are accused of committing heinous…

In a recent move, the Zimbabwean government has mandated that administrators of WhatsApp groups within its jurisdiction must register and obtain a license from the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). This development is not just a bureaucratic tick-off; it reflects significant shifts in the country’s regulatory landscape. POTRAZ has set a minimum licensing fee of U.S.$50, but this amount could skyrocket to as high as U.S.$2,500, depending on the group's nature and size. The authorities…

Beledweyne (AX) - A soldier perished while another sustained injuries in a skirmish involving forces from the Hiiraan State and Hirshabelle State in Beledweyne, nestled in the Hiiraan region, on a bright Friday morning.The fracas broke loose at Lamagalay camp, which serves as the nerve center of the Hiiraan region. Reports suggest that troops from Hirshabelle tried to throw a wrench in the works of the impending celebrations marking the first year of Hiiraan State's existence, slated for Saturday, as noted by Hiiraan…

 Dai Bing, China's deputy permanent representative at the UN (Photo: Foreign Ministry official website)On Thursday, a Chinese delegate appealed for Somali factions to maintain the progress by fostering dialogue and unity. They should remain dedicated to resolving their disputes through amicable discussion.During a UN Security Council meeting concerning Somalia, Dai Bing, China’s deputy envoy to the United Nations, acknowledged Somalia’s significant achievements in national rebuilding and peace initiatives. He pointed out…

Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni in Nairobi on September 18, 2024. Image: HANDOUT Kenya's proposed Sh6.7 billion Mpox response fund has been flagged as insufficient and misprioritized, according to various advocacy groups. Critics have pointed out a glaring omission: there's no budget allocation for vaccine procurement. Speaking in Nairobi, these groups urged the government to reallocate funds towards crucial areas like vaccine acquisition, advanced diagnostics, and community education. The…

Sixty years ago, representatives of the Algerian separatists and the French government signed an agreement in Evian aimed at ending more than seven years of war in Algeria. The conflict was violent, it did not end immediately with the agreements ... Above all,…

They all arrived in Gao on Tuesday, March 15, in the evening or on Wednesday. Mali's Minister for National Reconciliation, Colonel Ismaël Wagué, and Northern Armed Forces signatories to the 2015 peace agreement held initial talks on Wednesday, but the meeting…

In order for the talks in Doha to resume, both the government and the armed groups must agree to appoint ten delegates. And on the side of the armed groups, there is currently no consensus. With our…

In Chad, President Mahamat Idriss Déby has reached out to political military groups on several occasions. On the eve of National Day, he launched "an urgent appeal to the political-military groups to reconsider their position and to return to us for a collective impetus". A call heard by some. The call was made by the…