Since Goma fell to rebels in eastern Congo diplomatic push has swelled but bloodbath persists

Since Goma fell to rebels in eastern Congo diplomatic push has swelled but bloodbath persists

The United States and other international partners, with regular calls for de-escalation and dialogue, have struggled to significantly alter the conflict’s trajectory on the ground. In direct talks under Qatari mediation, Kinshasa demanded M23’s full withdrawal and the restoration of state authority, while the rebellion insisted on direct dialogue to address what it describes as the “root causes” of the conflict, particularly governance issues.

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South Korea First Lady to serve 20 months in jail for soliciting, receiving $9,100 bribe

South Korea First Lady to serve 20 months in jail for soliciting, receiving $9,100 bribe

The court, however, ruled that there was no evidence to prove the presidential couple’s order of the opinion polls.

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Sixteen Nigerian military officers arrested over coup attempt to be tried for mutiny

Sixteen Nigerian military officers arrested over coup attempt to be tried for mutiny

The officers, detained since October 2025, are accused of acts of indiscipline and violations of service regulations, Samaila Uba, a military spokesperson, said on Monday in a statement in Abuja, the Nigerian capital.

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Priceless peace: By and by, Somali capital Mogadishu rebuilds after half-century of turbulence and bloodletting

Priceless peace: By and by, Somali capital Mogadishu rebuilds after half-century of turbulence and bloodletting

Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, has witnessed a tumultuous history since 1991, marked by civil war, insurgency and terrorism. The al-Qaida-linked extremist group al-Shabaab has wreaked havoc, perpetrating frequent attacks that instilled fear and crippled socio-economic development.

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EU outrage grows following Trump’s military threats to annex Greenland, dismissal of NATO troops

EU outrage grows following Trump’s military threats to annex Greenland, dismissal of NATO troops

Critics also argued that Trump’s suggestion of using military force in the Greenland dispute would violate international treaties, including the UN Charter, which forbids the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state.

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Kenya amends law to buttress its accreditation service regimen in line with EAC, AfCFTA

Kenya amends law to buttress its accreditation service regimen in line with EAC, AfCFTA

Manager Legal Services and Cooperation Secretary at KENAS Walter Nyamwaya said the amendments address implementation gaps since the 2019 Act. It imposes limited sanctions for non-compliance by conformity assessment bodies.

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Suspected Al Shabaab terrorists attack in wee hours of Monday leaves chief, teacher dead in Hulugho on Kenya-Somalia border

Suspected Al Shabaab terrorists attack in wee hours of Monday leaves chief, teacher dead in Hulugho on Kenya-Somalia border

The chief was buried at Hulugho Muslim Cemetery in accordance Islamic rites, while the body of the teacher was later flown out in an Army helicopter to his home town in Mwingi Sub County for burial preparations.

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Interpol arrests more than 3,700 suspects in global trafficking crackdown

Interpol arrests more than 3,700 suspects in global trafficking crackdown

Interpol highlighted cases involving South Americans and Asians in Africa, saying there appeared to be an emerging change in human trafficking that contrasts with past patterns of African victims being trafficked abroad.

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Presidential election 2027: Kenyan parliamentary leadership push for ODM-UDA pre-election talks

Presidential election 2027: Kenyan parliamentary leadership push for ODM-UDA pre-election talks

Echoing his sentiments, Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot said engaging ODM early would give the ruling party ample time to negotiate and consolidate support ahead of the next general election.

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Kenya’s High Grand Falls Hydropower 700-megawatt project gets nod, construction set to start

Kenya’s High Grand Falls Hydropower 700-megawatt project gets nod, construction set to start

KenGen Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Peter Njenga described the High Grand Falls project as a strategic national investment and expressed appreciation to the government for entrusting the company with its implementation.

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