regional stability

DRC and Rwanda submit draft peace agreement

Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have submitted a draft peace proposal as part of a U.S.-led initiative to end the protracted conflict in eastern Congo. According to Reuters, this move is seen as a significant step towards resolving decades-long hostilities in a region abundant in valuable minerals such as tantalum, gold, cobalt, copper, and lithium. Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe announced that a […]

7 May, 2025 14

Africa

S.A Cabinet Backs AU & UN Efforts on DRC Conflict

Meanwhile, S.A's cabinet has reaffirmed its support for the African Union and United Nations resolutions aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In a media briefing, minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, urged all parties to work towards a peaceful solution and an end to hostilities:

28 February, 2025 43

Africa

Burundi Denies Troop Withdrawal from DR Congo

Reuters reports suggest Burundi is withdrawing its forces from eastern DR Congo, where they were combating M23 rebels, posing a challenge for Congo’s army. However, a Burundian military spokesman dismissed these claims as "fake," stating on X that their troops remain active in their designated areas.

19 February, 2025 49

Africa

AU Summit Urges M23 Rebels to Cease Fire in Eastern DRC

The African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government has voiced deep concern over the escalating crisis in eastern DRC. During the 38th AU Summit in Addis Ababa, leaders called on M23 rebels to halt hostilities to prevent further loss of life. The Assembly reaffirmed that inclusive negotiations and political dialogue remain the only viable path to resolving conflicts across the continent.

17 February, 2025 22

Africa

AU Summit Focuses on Conflict Resolution and Self-Reliance

The 38th African Union Summit has commenced in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together leaders from all 55 member states. Key discussions will address ongoing conflicts across the continent and strategies to reduce dependence on foreign aid, especially in light of US funding cuts and its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Additionally, the summit will see the election of a new AU chairperson, with Kenya’s Raila Odinga, Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali […]

13 February, 2025 20

Africa

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:

7 February, 2025 38

World

Trump Says US will take over the Gaza Strip

US President Donald Trump says the US will "take over the Gaza Strip". He said he would not rule out US troops being deployed to the region to assist. As Nick Harper reports from Washington.

5 February, 2025 35

Africa

SA MP denies resource shortages for troops in DRC

The chairperson of the S.A Parliament's portfolio committee on Defence and Military Veterans, Dakota Legoete, has refuted claims that South African troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo lack resources. This follows the loss of nine soldiers in Goma. Legoete has deemed opposition calls to recall peacekeepers premature and praised their sacrifices. He highlights the mission’s role in regional stability:

28 January, 2025 71

World

India and China agree to end a long-standing military standoff

India and China have nearly finished disengagement at two disputed border points in the eastern Ladakh region, where their armies had stood face-to-face for nearly four years. This comes after the countries agreed to end a long-standing military standoff along their Himalayan border last week.

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