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Ukraine Seeks Payback for Helping Defend Against Drones

Ukraine has made it clear that its growing role in assisting Middle Eastern countries to defend against Iranian attack drones is not free — it wants financial compensation and access to advanced technology in return, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this week. The
March 16, 2026

Hope Fades as Congo Peace Efforts Stall Again

More than five decades since the first attempts were made to bring peace to the conflict-ridden eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), efforts to resolve the crisis still seem stuck in a frustrating cycle of setbacks and stalled
May 6, 2025

European Lawmakers to Debate Tanzania Political Case

The European Parliament is preparing to hold an emergency debate this week on the unfolding political situation in Tanzania, focusing on the ongoing legal case against opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Lawmakers are scheduled to convene on May 7, 2025, for a full-day
May 6, 2025

Uganda Returns to Khartoum, Reclaims Vandalized Embassy

Uganda has reestablished its diplomatic mission in Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, following the recent recapture of the city by Sudanese government forces. The move marks a significant diplomatic milestone as Uganda becomes one of the first countries to formally return after
May 5, 2025

Putin Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack in Call with Modi

Russian President Vladimir Putin has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir, during a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The attack, which occurred in late April 2025, claimed the lives
May 5, 2025

Popemobile to Become Mobile Clinic for Gaza Children

In a powerful symbol of compassion and hope, one of the late Pope Francis’ iconic popemobiles is being transformed into a mobile health clinic to serve children in the Gaza Strip—fulfilling what has been described as one of his final wishes before
May 5, 2025

Shoe Hurled at President Ruto During Migori Rally

President William Ruto’s weekend tour of Kenya’s western region took an unexpected turn on Sunday afternoon when a shoe was thrown at him while he was addressing a rally in Kuria West. The incident occurred as the President was speaking to a
May 5, 2025

South Africa Begins Phased Withdrawal from Eastern DRC

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed it is taking precautionary measures to safeguard its personnel and military equipment as it begins the phased withdrawal of troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The decision follows rising insecurity in
May 4, 2025

Food Shortages Spark Deadly Protests in Kakuma Camp

Widespread demonstrations have rocked security in Kakuma refugee camp in north-western Kenya , with police firing live bullets at the protestors, according to local media. The protests erupted over food and water shortages in the camp. According to residents, conditions in the
May 4, 2025

Cholera Outbreak Hits Tanganyika Province in DRC

A cholera outbreak has struck Tanganyika Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with over 100 cases reported since the start of this week in the Nyemba and Kalemie health zones. Health officials have confirmed two deaths linked to the outbreak. Dr.
May 4, 2025
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