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DR Congo Doubles Soldiers’ Pay

DR Congo Doubles Soldiers’ Pay

Kinshasa — The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially announced a significant increase in the salaries of its armed forces and national police, in a move widely seen as a response to mounting pressure over corruption in the security sector and wides

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Bedbugs Infest Kampala Taxis

Bedbugs Infest Kampala Taxis

The growing number of complaints has drawn the attention of taxi operators. Mustifa Mayambala, vice chairperson of the Uganda Taxi Operators Federation, confirmed that the issue has become a public concern.Passengers using Kampala’s taxi parks are grappling wit

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“We Will Defend Ourselves, We Will Never Accept to Die Like the Congolese” – Burundi Warns Kagame

“We Will Defend Ourselves, We Will Never Accept to Die Like the Congolese” – Burundi Warns Kagame

Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye issued a clear warning to Rwanda, stating that any act of aggression will be met with a strong response. Speaking near the Rwandan border in Bugabira, Ndayishimiye’s message points out the growing tensions between the

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Historic Case By DR Congo Against Rwanda Kicks Off At African Court Amid Bloody Conflict In Goma

Historic Case By DR Congo Against Rwanda Kicks Off At African Court Amid Bloody Conflict In Goma

The hearing of an unprecedented case brought by the Democratic Republic of Congo against Rwanda over alleged human rights violations began on Wednesday amid the ongoing conflict in Kinshasa’s eastern North Kivu province.

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Fighting Resumes Between M23 and FARDC Despite Ceasefire Agreement

Fighting Resumes Between M23 and FARDC Despite Ceasefire Agreement

BUKAVU, DRC – Fighting has resumed between M23 rebels and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) in South Kivu, just days after regional leaders brokered a ceasefire agreement in Dar es Salaam.

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Meet Sultani Makenga, The M23 Leader Born On Christmas 25 And Who Quit School at 17 to Join the RPF

Meet Sultani Makenga, The M23 Leader Born On Christmas 25 And Who Quit School at 17 to Join the RPF

Sultani Makenga is a well-known military leader from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He is the leader of the M23 rebel group, which has been active in eastern Congo for years. His life story is filled with war, politics, and rebellion.

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M23 Rebels Move to Set Up Civilian Administration in Goma

M23 Rebels Move to Set Up Civilian Administration in Goma

Goma, DRC – The leader of the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC) and political head of the M23 rebel movement, Corneille Nangaa, has declared an end to the state of siege in North Kivu and announced plans to establish a civil administration in the coming days.

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Ramaphosa tells Rwanda ‘firing at SA troops is a declaration of war’

Ramaphosa tells Rwanda ‘firing at SA troops is a declaration of war’

Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package.Image: Luke Dray/Getty ImagesAs South African soldiers lay l

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GOMA: Over 200 Romanian Mercenaries Captured by M23 Rebels

GOMA: Over 200 Romanian Mercenaries Captured by M23 Rebels

KIGALI, RWANDA – Atleast 288 Romanian mercenaries fighting for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government were captured by M23 rebels in Goma following the city’s fall to the rebel group earlier this week. 

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Ssenyonyi Cheered After Details Emerge COSASE Died Immediately After He Quit as Chairperson

Ssenyonyi Cheered After Details Emerge COSASE Died Immediately After He Quit as Chairperson

Hon. Luttamaguzi Ssemakula has stirred debate with his remarks on the state of the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities, and State Enterprises (COSASE) following Joel Ssenyonyi's departure as chairperson.

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