insert_link Africa Violent clashes in eastern DRC force hundreds to flee homes Photo by: Arlette Bashizi/REUTERS Violent clashes have erupted in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) between the M23 rebel group and a pro-government militia, forcing hundreds of civilians to flee their homes. Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa that the situation remains volatile, with security forces struggling to contain the violence and prevent further civilian casualties. The conflict has heightened tensions in the region, with local authorities and humanitarian organizations working to […] today6 October, 2025
insert_link World Troops deployed in Kathmandu after violent protests Armed soldiers took control of Kathmandu on Wednesday (Photo: Euronews.com) Troops have been deployed in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, following violent demonstrations on Tuesday that saw protestors set government buildings on fire. The unrest has forced several politicians to go into hiding amid escalating tensions. Authorities say the deployment will restore order and protect public property, while calling on citizens to remain calm. today10 September, 2025
insert_link 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: today28 January, 2025
insert_link Uncategorized Chadian Security Foils Attempted Attack on Presidential Compound A group of two dozen armed individuals attempted an attack on Chad’s presidential compound overnight but were neutralized by security forces, the public prosecutor revealed on Thursday. According to Reuters, gunfire erupted near the president’s office in N'Djamena on Wednesday night as the military cordoned off surrounding streets. The government later announced that the attempt to destabilize the country had been thwarted, assuring that the situation was under control. […] today10 January, 2025
insert_link World Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police In Islamabad Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters have clashed with soldiers and police teams at the outskirts of Islamabad. Police say one officer has been killed and more than 100 have been injured. The Army has also been deployed as Pakistan's government tries to stop tens of thousands of supporters of Khan from trying to march into the capital. They are demanding the former cricketer - who has been in […] today26 November, 2024
insert_link Africa Gunfire Erupts in South Sudan’s Capital Heavy gunfire broke out in South Sudan's capital, Juba, on Thursday evening after security forces attempted to arrest the former head of the National Security Service. According to Reuters,tThe shooting, which began around 7 p.m. local time, lasted for over an hour before subsiding. A U.N. safety alert instructed staff to shelter in place as the situation unfolded. today22 November, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria police fire tear gas on hardship protests By Laurie Churchman Nigerian police fired tear gas on Thursday to break up several hundred protesters in the northern city of Kano and in the capital Abuja where demonstrators had joined in nationwide rallies against the high cost of living. Africa's most populous country is struggling with soaring inflation and a sharply devalued naira after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ended a costly fuel subsidy and liberalised the […] today1 August, 2024
insert_link Africa AU approves force shift amid Somalia security concerns The African Union has endorsed the creation of a new force to replace more than 13,000 troops due to leave Somalia by year-end, amid fears that al Qaeda militants in the country are growing in power. Bloomberg Africa reports that troops from Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Burundi, and Djibouti, part of the so-called African Union Transition Mission, are due to leave by the end of December. today24 June, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today7 June, 2024
