Prigozhin plane crash: Only open source data analysis will shed light on truth of what transpired
Officials, according to Russian state media, are investigating the crash and what may have caused it, and have reportedly recovered the bodies. It has been widely speculated that the plane could have been shot down by Russian air defences, perhaps in response to Prigozhin’s attempted coup two months ago.
Released from US prison, ‘merchant of death’ Viktor Bout behind bloodbath in Congo eyes second coming to Africa
Personally, Bout believes in following his heart, as this “is what brought me success in the first place.” He added that, “life is a learning curve and so we’ll always incorporate lessons learnt. Overall, I’m grateful for what I achieved.”
Missing in action: After revolt against Kremlin, Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin’s goose was cooked
Wagner was first seen in action in eastern Ukraine soon after a separatist conflict erupted there in April 2014, in the weeks following Russia’s annexation of Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula. At the time, Russia denied sending its own weapons and troops despite ample evidence to the contrary. The private Wagner army gave Moscow a degree of deniability.
How Lionesses win against Germany at Euros final fired interest in women’s football in England
Big strides have been made, with every club (apart from West Ham) playing at least one fixture at their ‘main’ stadium last year. But following the bumper figures at those venues, there was the comedown of returning to the regular home-grounds for the women’s teams.
Amhara insurgency tests Ethiopian government’s mettle even before embers of Tigray rebellion die
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed had set his sights on welcoming back foreign investors and kickstarting the economy. Instead, earlier this month, he found himself putting down yet another regional rebellion. Across Amhara, the Fano – a historical term in Amhara for “freedom fighter” – ambushed federal military units and took control of government buildings as civilian protesters blocked roads and hurled rocks.
AU’s willingness to question UN peacekeeping doctrine is enabling regional blocs to resolve armed conflicts – report
African-led peace operations are growing ever-more crucial to addressing the continent’s security challenges. It is no stretch to argue that future peace and security on the continent depends upon the continued growth and evolution of African-owned modalities of conflict prevention and resolution. To achieve their full potential, the AU, RECs, and member states must reinforce the successes and address the shortcomings of African-led peace operations
Coming of age: On balance of impact African-led peace operations score better United Nations’
Since the turn of the millennium, 38 African-led peace operations have been authorised, deploying to 25 countries. By far, the AU has been the most active supporter of these operations, authorising 22 total missions. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has authorised six, followed by the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) four, the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) two, the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) two and the member states of the Accra Initiative, Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) and East African Community (EAC) one.
Tyranny of a family: Ugandans belong to Uganda, but politically live under the thumb of Gen Museveni
During his political tours of Uganda, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba is attracting large crowds, sometimes overshooting those his father used to attract soon after dislodging Tito Okello from power on January 25, 1986. The politics of crowds is often exhibited during political electoral contests. However, it does not always follow that the bigger the crowds the bigger the popularity of those involved.
Sudanese journalist in Darfur: Some civilians began arming themselves to protect against looting
Food from Khartoum – our main source of supplies – has dried up as the fighting there has intensified. Traders are bringing in goods from neighbouring South Sudan and Libya, but bad roads and insecurity impact their efforts.
Sudanese journalist: War has destroyed my Darfur town, but I will keep fighting for justice
Last month, I left Darfur because there were risks to me staying put given my work, but the sense of powerlessness has only gotten worse. Every time I receive a message or a missed call from my family, I worry something may have happened.
