DR Congo mortar attack kills two S.African soldiers

A mortar attack in the turbulent east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed two South African soldiers and wounded 20 others, the army said Wednesday. South African troops have been deployed in the DRC as part of a Southern African Development Community force helping the government put down a rebellion. The South African National Defence Force said one of its bases was hit by a "mortar attack" on […]

June 26, 2024 8

Africa

Rwanda’s military support to other countries is part of a strategy to boost its reputation

By Federico Donelli, University of Trieste Rwanda is one of Africa’s geographically smallest countries. However, its foreign policy, whose hallmark is military diplomacy, has attracted international attention. Military diplomacy refers to activities carried out by representatives of a country’s security apparatus to pursue its foreign policy interests. These activities include the use of armed forces in combat and non-combat operations. Powerful countries such as […]

June 25, 2024 23

Africa

Lawyers claim torture of Americans accused in DRC coup plot

Lawyers of three American citizens accused of trying to overthrow the government in the Democratic Republic of Congo have urged a military court to nullify the statements made by their clients on grounds that they were tortured while in detention.

June 19, 2024 42

Africa

Rocket attack kills three in DRC

Two Congolese soldiers and a Romanian mercenary have been killed in a rocket attack in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. A Congolese security official says the rocket landed at their military base in North Kivu province over the weekend. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

June 17, 2024 33

Africa

Over 80 killed in Eastern Congo Attacks

More than 80 people have been killed in a spate of attacks over the past week in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Local authorities have blamed the killings on members of an Islamist militia known as the Allied Democratic Forces. Chris Ocamringa (Otchamringa) has more from Kinshasa.

June 10, 2024 38

Africa

Displaced by violent conflict: the world’s most neglected crises are in Africa – six essential reads

By Kagure Gacheche, The Conversation The Norwegian Refugee Council recently released a report highlighting the 10 most neglected displacement crises in the world in 2023. Nine of the 10 countries are in Africa – the only non-African country on the list is Honduras in central America. Neglect, according to the council, is characterised by a lack of media coverage, inadequate humanitarian funding and insufficient […]

June 10, 2024 8

Africa

DR Congo trial over thwarted ‘coup’ bid due to open

Around 50 people including several Americans are due to go on trial on Friday in the Democratic Republic of Congo over what the army said was an attempted coup, military justice official said. The hearing, which is due to begin during the morning, is taking place in a military court inside the Ndolo military prison in the capital Kinshasa. Armed men attacked the home of Economy Minister […]

June 7, 2024 16

Africa

A mixed bag for Elon Musk’s space internet in Africa

By Conrad Onyango, via bird story agency As Elon Musk-owned Starlink internet service reaches a new global milestone of 3 million users in nearly 100 countries, it's a mixed bag for its operations in Africa. "Congratulations to the @SpaceX team on passing 3 million customers in 99 countries! And thanks to you for buying @Starlink!" Musk recently thanked Starlink and users on X for the milestone. On its progress report, […]

May 27, 2024 52

Namibia

Government Condemns Attempted Coup in DRC, Calls for Peace Initiatives

Namibia has unequivocally condemned the attempted coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo, affirming its steadfast stance against unconstitutional power transitions. Minister Peya Mushelenga emphasized Namibia's adherence to African Union principles, advocating for the rejection of any unconstitutional change of governments. Namibia also expressed support for the Southern African Development Community's commitment to promoting peace and security in the region. Additionally, Mushelenga called upon the international community to aid in […]

May 21, 2024 8