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Ceasefire agreement between Kinshasa and M23 revives hope for lasting peace in eastern DRC/in /by
A long-awaited breeze of hope is emerging in the eastern DRC. After years of violence and the displacement of countless civilians, a principle agreement has been signed between the Congolese government and the M23 rebel movement, often accused of receiving support from Rwanda.
From military coups to elections: where is African democracy heading?/in /by
As more and more countries face democratic challenges, Senegalese journalist Ousmane Ndiaye explores the myths surrounding democratic backslides in Africa and warns of the risks ahead in his newly-released book, "Africa against democracy: myths, denial and dangers".
Paris unveils new mural in honour of Josephine Baker/in /by
A new mural in north-eastern Paris revives the spirit of legendary entertainer, activist and French resistance member Josephine Baker, and her love for both her country, the United States, and her elected home city, Paris.
Libya deports 700 Sudanese migrants in crackdown on trafficking/in /by
Eastern Libyan authorities have sent hundreds of Sudanese back to their war-torn home country, officials said Saturday, in a crackdown on migrants seeking to flee conflict and poverty for Europe by way of the the Mediterranean nation.
Nigeria: at least nine dead in gunman attack in Zamfara State/in /by
The attackers, locally known as "bandits", frequently target farmers, villages and schools in northwestern Nigeria.
Zimbabwe stuns Namibia to qualify for Rugby World Cup for first time since 1991/in /by
The team last qualified for the prestigious tournament more than 30 years ago. Zimbabwe is the second African team after South Africa to qualify for the World Cup, to take place in Australia in 2027.
Syrian interim president urges respect of ceasefire in Sweida clashes/in /by
The violent clashes between the Druze minority, Bedouins and other armed groups in the southern province of Sweida have left at least 900 people dead. Some reports suggest that fighting may have halted early on Sunday.
Hope for peace as DRC and M23 sign ceasefire framework/in /by
A far-reaching truce aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been signed by the Congolese government and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group. The agreement, reached in Doha, Qatar, includes a permanent halt to hostilities on land, in the air, and on water.
Rwandan opposition leader Victoire Ingabire denied bail/in /by
Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire will remain behind bars after a Kigali court denied her bail. Judges at the Kicukiro Primary Court cited fears she could flee or interfere with an ongoing investigation.
DRC signs major mining deal with U.S.-backed KoBold Metals/in /by
The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a framework agreement with American mining firm KoBold Metals to explore critical mineral resources. The signing took place Thursday in Kinshasa, in the presence of President Félix Tshisekedi.