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Trump’s Refugee Offer to White South Africans Faces Resistance

U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to grant refugee status to white South Africans fleeing alleged persecution may not trigger the response he expects, as even right-wing white lobby groups prefer to address perceived injustices under Black majority rule within the country. Reuters reports that on Friday, Trump signed an executive order cutting U.S. aid to South Africa, citing concerns over the land expropriation law recently signed by President Cyril Ramaphosa […]

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Mnangagwa Calls for Unity in Resolving DRC Conflict

SADC chairperson and Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has highlighted the regional impact of the Democratic Republic of Congo conflict, urging a lasting solution. Speaking at a joint SADC and East African Community meeting in Tanzania, attended by President Cyril Ramaphosa, Mnangagwa stressed the need for unity and prioritizing Congolese interests to address challenges to peace and stability.

February 10, 2025 23

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SADC Chair Mnangagwa Calls for Ceasefire in DRC

Zimbabwean president and chairperson of the Southern African Development Community, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has urged a ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This follows reports of Rwandan-backed rebels capturing another town near Bukavu, despite their earlier ceasefire declaration. Heavy fighting continues, with Goma still under M23 rebel control. Mnangagwa's appeal comes ahead of the Sadec and East African Community summit in Tanzania this weekend:

February 7, 2025 18

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Nigeria Seeks Stronger Ties with Namibia

Nigeria aims to enhance bilateral relations with Namibia, focusing on trade, investment, agriculture, and energy. And as One Africa Tv NewsOnOne's Hertha Ekandjo reports, Nigerian Ambassador Bolaji Akinremi, speaking at a joint cooperation meeting in Windhoek, highlighted opportunities for collaboration in oil exploration, uranium mining, and SMEs.

February 6, 2025 32

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Malawi Orders Troop Withdrawal from DRC

Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera has instructed the country's defense forces to start preparations for the withdrawal of its troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a statement issued on Wednesday in Reuters' reports.The Malawian troops are part of a Southern African regional bloc mission aimed at assisting the DRC in combating armed insurgents. The military mission was extended late last year by the regional bloc.

February 6, 2025 17

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“Goma Call for Peace” Demands Ceasefire in DRC

The Goma Call for Peace has been launched to demand an immediate ceasefire and protection for civilians in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Anglican bishop of Goma, Martin Gordon, highlighted the immense suffering following the M23 rebels taking control of the city, which has resulted in over 900 deaths. Gordon calls for an end to the fighting, withdrawal of foreign forces, and renewed peace talks between Rwanda and the DRC:

February 6, 2025 15

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Uganda launches Ebola vaccine trial

In February 2025, Uganda’s Ministry of Health, WHO and partners launched a first ever vaccine trial for Ebola from the Sudan species of the virus. Credit: WHO Uganda’s Ministry of Health, in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and other global health agencies, has launched the first-ever clinical efficacy trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan strain of the Ebola virus. Conducted at record speed, this is the […]

February 5, 2025 25

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UN Warns of Humanitarian Crisis in DRC

The United Nations aid agency has raised alarm over the worsening humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, urging immediate intervention. Intense fighting in and around Goma has left food and water supplies critically low. Meanwhile, France plans to introduce a draft resolution at the UN Security Council this week, calling for Rwanda to withdraw its troops from the country.

February 4, 2025 5

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Rwanda denies SADC’s accusation of involvement in DRC war

By: Hertha Ekandjo Rwanda has rejected accusations against its Defence Force (RDF) made in the statement of the Extraordinary Summit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) held on January 31, 2025. In a statement issued on February 2, 2024 Rwanda’s ministry of foreign affairs noted that the Rwandan Defence Force (RDF) defends Rwanda's borders from threats and protects civilians, it does not attack civilians. The statement read […]

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