insert_link World EU Calls for Calm Amid Rising Iran-Israel Tensions The European Union has voiced concern over growing tensions between Iran and Israel, calling on both nations to engage in dialogue and avoid further escalation. EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, said the bloc is closely monitoring the developing crisis in the Middle East. today26 June, 2025
insert_link South Africa United Africans Transformation says SA Soldiers Shouldn’t Be Used in Unnecessary Conflicts United Africans Transformation says soldiers of the South African National Defence Force should not be used as pawns in conflicts that do not directly serve South Africa’s interests. Fourteen soldiers died in conflicts with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The party's spokesperson, Mighty Mabula, says if government wants to deploy troops, it must be done with proper planning: today12 February, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Nghimtina Reflects on Nujoma’s Leadership During Tough Times Former Defence Minister Erkki Nghimtina says Founding President Samuel Daniel Shafishuna Nujoma played a crucial role in guiding them to overcome challenges and strengthen their leadership. In a report by Terence Mukasa for NewsOnOne from One Africa TV, Nghimtina recalled the difficulties of 1998 when Namibia deployed troops to the DRC, managed the Caprivi unrest, and confronted UNITA forces. He emphasized how Nujoma’s leadership helped them navigate these crises without […] today11 February, 2025
insert_link Africa US Accuses Sudanese RSF of Genocide and Imposes Sanctions The US has accused Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces of committing genocide, imposing sanctions on their leader, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. BBC Africa says the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned Dagalo for his role in systemic atrocities during the 20-month conflict, including the murder of men, boys, and infants, as well as sexual violence against women and targeting fleeing civilians. today9 January, 2025
insert_link Africa Eastern Congo Farmers Laud U.N. Peacekeeper Support Farmers in the conflict-ridden Djugu territory of eastern Congo rely on U.N. peacekeepers for protection as they tend their fields under challenging conditions. Reuters reports that despite criticism of the U.N. mission MONUSCO, displaced farmers near Dhendro village express strong support for its presence. Many seek refuge in camps close to U.N. bases, finding a measure of security amid ongoing violence. today20 December, 2024
insert_link Africa U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan Calls for Aid and Peace Tom Perriello, appointed as the U.S. special envoy to Sudan in February, made his first trip to the country on Monday. Reuters has it that during his visit to Port Sudan, he emphasized the need for increased aid to millions affected by the ongoing conflict and urged an end to the devastating war. This marks the first visit by a senior U.S. official since the war between Sudan's armed […] today19 November, 2024
insert_link Africa Sudan Extends Use of Chad Border Crossing to Aid Famine-Stricken Areas Sudan’s sovereign council announced an extension for using the Adre border crossing with Chad. Reuters says this is a crucial for delivering food and supplies to famine-threatened areas in Darfur and Kordofan. Over 25 million people in Sudan face severe hunger, with parts of Darfur already experiencing famine due to ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and paramilitary forces. today14 November, 2024
insert_link World UN urges Security Council members to not forget Sudan The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday heard shocking reports of widespread human rights violations in Sudan. It's been nineteen months since hostilities erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces in the country, which has left thousands dead and displaced. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. ENG UN urges Security Council members to not forget Sudan today13 November, 2024
insert_link Africa In Sudan, Deadly Attacks in al-Hilaliya Leave 73 Dead At least 73 people have reportedly died under mysterious circumstances in Sudan’s al-Hilaliya, a town besieged by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces , according to the Sudanese Doctors Union as reported by Reuters. The town is among dozens in eastern El Gezira state affected by recent RSF attacks, sparked by the defection of a senior commander to the army, displacing over 135,000 people in a wave of retaliatory violence. today8 November, 2024
