Author: Foreign Reporter

Tshisekedi courts US: DRC offers minerals in exchange for military backing in war against M23 rebels Mar 04, 2025

The letter, sent by Aaron Poynton, a US businessman and lobbyist tasked by Kinshasa last June with organising a roundtable for US and Congolese busine...

Somali Government grounds domestic flights amid Raaskambooni tensions Dec 06, 2024

Airlines had refused to lease planes to the federal government for troop transport, citing security risks.

Calm restored in Juba after soldiers' clash at ex-intelligence chief's home Nov 22, 2024

The incident, described by the national army as a "misunderstanding" between layers of security forces stationed at the home, left two soldiers wounde...

DRC President Tshisekedi accuses Ruto of hijacking peace process, supporting Rwanda Jul 26, 2024

"I must confess, President Ruto is supporting Rwanda, and I won't say anything more about that," Tshisekedi said during a DRC session hosted by the Br...

Ethiopia hosts 2nd annual forum on Red Sea regional cooperation amid tensions Jun 01, 2024

Discussions centred on four key areas: evolving security dynamics, port access and sharing, regional security framework gaps, and successful maritime...

Ethiopian Cabinet backs bill allowing re-registration of outlawed political parties including TPLF May 31, 2024

The proposed amendments seek to establish a framework for such groups to engage in Ethiopia's political processes by registering as political parties,...

UN panel accuses South Sudan's President Kiir of political purge May 13, 2024

Senior members of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) were accused of violating regulations prohibiting political involvement.

Africa united on Palestine bid to become UN member: Here is how countries voted May 10, 2024

Of the 143 UN countries voting in favour of a resolution affirming Palestine's eligibility for full UN membership, 45 out of 54 African member states...

Ethiopia criticises EU visa suspension for its nationals May 01, 2024

While the council has indicated that these suspensions are temporary, no specific end date has been provided.

Sudan military leader Al-Burhan declares clean break from pre-war era Apr 10, 2024

In his Eid message to the nation, the military general described the ongoing conflict as a "battle of dignity' that is reshaping Sudan.

South Korean peacekeepers deploy troops to South Sudan Apr 03, 2024

The upcoming rotation will see approximately 270 troops leaving Korea in phases, beginning on Sunday and continuing on April 14, for an eight-month mi...

Juba hints at possible restart of Sudan peace talks Apr 03, 2024

IGAD's special envoy to Sudan Lawrence Korbandy on Tuesday met with the South Sudanese foreign minister, James Pitia Morgan in preparation for his vis...

Ethiopia: Somali-Afar border conflict eases after fresh civilian casualties Apr 01, 2024

A reconciliation committee was formed in early March to address enduring disputes in the border areas of the two regional states.

Russia’s Pacific Fleet frigate reaches Port of Massawa in Eritrea Mar 30, 2024

Over the past decade, the bilateral relationship between Eritrea and Russia has grown stronger.

Sudan unrest: RSF raids leave eight dead, dozens injured in Al-Jazirah Mar 29, 2024

Activists report that the assault is ongoing, with another RSF force targeting the village of Abu Sir.

Egypt warns Ethiopia of consequences for Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam impact Mar 29, 2024

The dispute over the GERD is part of a long-standing feud between Egypt and Sudan—the downstream states—on the one hand, and Ethiopia and the upstream...

Emirates denies report of near collision with Ethiopian Airlines flight Mar 28, 2024

Emirates said there was no instance of an aircraft proximity event compromising the safety of the aircraft over the airspace and during the date and t...

Somalia releases 33 Iranians imprisoned last year Mar 25, 2024

Ali Gholampour, Iran's ambassador to Kenya, said the release of the detainees was a sign of Somalia's readiness to thaw diplomatic relations after yea...

Speculations rife after Sudan denies getting military aid from Iran Mar 25, 2024

The revival of diplomatic relations between Sudan and Iran has ignited speculation about potential ramifications on regional military dynamics.

Sudan war: UAE refutes claim of supplying weapons to RSF Mar 24, 2024

UAE's Deputy Permanent Representative countered Sudan's claims about the supply of weapons, asserting that such support would breach the arms embargo...

UN to vote on resolution calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza Mar 22, 2024

The product of more than a month of negotiations and the exchange of updated drafts among council members, the final text reflects growing concern and...

UN adopts Kenyan co-sponsored AI regulation resolution Mar 22, 2024

The passed resolution aims to "bridge the artificial intelligence and other digital divides between and within countries," and promote "safe, secure,...

Mogadishu welcomes UN resolution to combat rising Islamophobia  Mar 18, 2024

Somalia also welcomed the appointment of an envoy to tackle the pressing challenge.

Sudanese army repels RSF assault in Khartoum as Babanusa confrontations escalate Mar 17, 2024

The RSF launched a fresh attack in Babanusa aimed at seizing control of the city's 22nd Infantry Division headquarters, leading to a fierce military s...

Sudanese army rejects civilian transition, vows to punish RSF backers Mar 17, 2024

Sudan's Assistant Army Commander Yasser al-Atta Yasser declared, "The army will not cede power to civilian forces without elections. During the transi...

Sudanese military conducts airstrikes on RSF in El Fasher Mar 16, 2024

Currently, the RSF controls the eastern and northern districts of El Fasher.

Reconciliation committee formed for Somalia-Afar border conflict in Ethiopia Mar 10, 2024

The Ethiopian Islamic Affairs Supreme Council, acting as a mediator, is facilitating the reconciliation process to foster cooperation and a brighter f...

Ethiopian court releases OLF officer Bate Urgessa on bail Mar 07, 2024

Bate Urgessa, an outspoken politician has already spent years in and out of detentions on several occasions.

Sudan war: Egypt invites ex-PM Abdalla Hamdok to Cairo for talks Mar 06, 2024

The Tagadum aims to discuss its proposed roadmap for resolving the conflict with military leaders that has left Sudan in a serious humanitarian crisis...

Ethiopia accused of silencing dissent, targeting journalists Mar 06, 2024

In 2023, Addis arrested and jailed eight journalists after covering the Amhara conflict.

US veto criticised as ambassadors at UN Assembly decry Gaza crisis Mar 05, 2024

The 10 non-permanent Security Council members expressed regret at the US veto, saying the 15-member organ must shoulder its responsibilities.

US Vice President Harris condemns Israel over Gaza humanitarian crisis Mar 04, 2024

Harris called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urged Hamas to accept a deal to release hostages in return for a six-week cessation of hostilitie...

Sudan's army chief pushes for AU reinstatement Mar 04, 2024

Following the military takeover on October 25, 2021, which sparked conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, the African Union suspended...

Ethiopia's Amhara Region: Army battles Fano militia in Bahir Dar unrest Mar 01, 2024

Government officials in Addis Ababa have said on several occasions that the violence in Amhara, the second largest region in Ethiopia, is under contro...

Sudan, Libya agree to strengthen relations with focus on military Feb 27, 2024

Al-Burhan notes the shared goal of strengthening relations across political, economic, and military domains.

Amnesty accuses Ethiopian military of 'extrajudicial executions' in Amhara region Feb 27, 2024

According to the agency, the soldiers also assaulted and threatened health workers at gunpoint at a health centre.

Somalia probes near-collision between Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways planes Feb 26, 2024

The incident occurred when Somalia Air Traffic Control mistakenly instructed one aircraft to climb to 40,000 feet.

Sudanese military encircles RSF in Radio TV building in Omdurman Feb 26, 2024

Following the outbreak of conflict in April 2023, the RSF seized control of several strategic sites, including the official Radio TV buildings in Omdu...

Ethiopia asks AU to add Amharic to list of official languages Feb 14, 2024

The official languages of the union and all its institutions are Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Kiswahili.

Indonesians go to polls in world's biggest single-day election Feb 14, 2024

Nearly 205 million people are eligible to vote in the polls across 800,000 polling stations with 20,000 seats up for grabs.

Egypt affirms commitment to Israel peace treaty amid fears of Rafah offensive Feb 13, 2024

Cairo has voiced concerns that an Israeli incursion into Rafah could trigger a surge of refugees into the Sinai desert, worsening the humanitarian sit...

Israel-Gaza war: WHO chief pushes for ceasefire amid attacks on Rafah Feb 12, 2024

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the challenging conditions aid workers are facing as they strive to assist in extremely difficult cir...

Djibouti urges Sudan's reinstatement to IGAD Feb 12, 2024

Djibouti's Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf revealed that the letter urged Sudanese leadership to reconsider their IGAD membership suspension.

Saudi Arabia warns of 'catastrophe' if Israel invades Rafah Feb 10, 2024

Riyadh demands urgent Security Council action to prevent escalation.

Ethiopian spy chief Temesgen Tiruneh approved as new Deputy Prime Minister Feb 08, 2024

Parliament also approved the nomination of Taye Atske Selassie as the new Foreign Affairs minister.

Japan gives Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia $10m for relief food Feb 07, 2024

These countries have been grappling with severe humanitarian crises exacerbated by a combination of factors including drought over the past three year...

Kenya, Toyota ink Sh98.8bn deal for green energy collaboration Feb 07, 2024

President William Ruto witnessed the signing at the Toyota Tsusho Corporation Headquarters in Japan

No ties with Israel without independent Palestinian state, Saudi Arabia says Feb 07, 2024

White House had earlier said that the Biden administration hds received positive feedback that Saudi Arabia and Israel are willing to continue normali...

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