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United States imposes sanctions on Rwanda military over fighting in DR Congo
It says its actions in the eastern DRC are sabotaging President Donald Trump's peace deal between Kigali and Kinshasa. -
Zimbabwe releases over 4,000 prisoners under presidential amnesty
The justice minister says the amnesty focuses on vulnerable groups and those who have demonstrated significant progress in their rehabilitation. -
Ethiopia marks battle of Adwa anniversary amid rising tensions with Eritrea
With full military pomp, Ethiopia has marked the 130th anniversary of the historic Battle of Adwa, celebrating its 1896 victory over invading Italian forces, a triumph that ensured the country was never colonized and remains a powerful symbol of national pride. -
Congo-Brazzaville gears up for controversial March 15 presidential election
Since late February, the Republic of Congo has been alive with the March 15 presidential campaign. Among seven candidates, incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso was the first to launch his bid, drawing massive crowds at a rally in Pointe-Noire, the country’s economic capital. -
Drone attack targets DRC's strategic Kisangani airport
Provincial authorities in Tshopo said the attack took place on Sunday and blamed the anti-government M23 armed group, which is backed by neighbouring Rwanda. According to officials, four “kamikaze drones loaded with submunitions” were launched at the airport but were intercepted and shot down.

