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African Leaders Renew Push for ICC Reforms

Calls for reform of the International Criminal Court (ICC) are gaining renewed momentum across Africa, as policymakers argue that global justice mechanisms must evolve to reflect fairness, balance, and respect for national sovereignty. During recent diplomatic consultations in Addis Ababa and regional
February 17, 2026

Congo and M23 Rebels Sign Peace Deal

A major breakthrough in one of Africa’s deadliest conflicts may be on the horizon, as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group signed a Declaration of Principles in Doha, Qatar, on July 19, 2025, aimed at ending
July 21, 2025

Ceasefire Fails as Violence Returns to Suwayda, Syria

The fragile peace in southern Syria has once again collapsed, with violent clashes erupting in the As-Suwayda Governorate, a predominantly Druze region that has become the latest flashpoint in the country’s prolonged civil war. The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced on Friday
July 19, 2025

Israel and Syria Reach Fragile Ceasefire Agreement

Amid rising tensions in southern Syria and a spate of deadly airstrikes, both Israel and Syrian interim authorities have agreed to a temporary ceasefire, brokered with the assistance of Turkey, Jordan, and other regional neighbors. The announcement was made by Tom Barrack,
July 19, 2025

Rwanda Approves Washington Accord to End Tensions

the Government of Rwanda has formally endorsed a peace agreement aimed at resolving longstanding tensions with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The decision came during a Cabinet meeting held on July 17, 2025, where ministers unanimously approved the accord, originally
July 18, 2025

DRC Catholic Church Rejects Pregnancy School Mandate

The Catholic Church in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has openly opposed a government directive requiring schools to allow pregnant girls to continue their education alongside other students. In a strongly worded public letter, the National Episcopal Conference of Congo
July 18, 2025

Burkina Faso Junta Axes Election Commission Amid Controversy

The military rulers of Burkina Faso have abolished the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission, CENI, transferring all voting duties to the Ministry of Territorial Administration. State broadcaster RTB relayed the decree on 17 July 2025, quoting officials who called the commission a costly “pipeline for foreign influence.” (AP News) Speaking after
July 18, 2025
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