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Why situation in eastern DR Congo has reached dangerous phase
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 01, 2025

Reports indicate that the M23 has expanded its control of mining sites in the region thereby increasing its monthly taxes.

IGAD endorses George Owinow as chair of South Sudan's peace implementation body
Mwangi Maina  |  Feb 05, 2025

Owinow, nominated by the Kenyan government, replaces Major General (Rtd) Charles Tai Gituai, who has held the role since August 2020.

South Sudan peace talks resume in Nairobi
Mwangi Maina  |  Jan 21, 2025

The discussions include parties that did not sign the 2018 Revitalised Agreement, making them key participants in the ongoing dialogue.

IGAD proposes African peacekeeping force to oversee Sudan's ceasefire deal
Amina Wako  |  Nov 18, 2024

The IGAD Special Envoy to Sudan has proposed the Peace and Security Contingency Mechanism (PSCM), a non-combatant peacekeeping and observatory body un...

South Sudan, Kenya to resume peace talks in Nairobi
Amina Wako  |  Nov 07, 2024

Ruto also announced plans to engage the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) for broader regional and international support.

Sudanese Youth Network urges Al-Burhan to join Geneva peace talks and enforce immediate ceasefire
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 14, 2024

The Sudanese Youth Network, which operates eight offices, including in Kampala, Cairo, and Juba, launched the "Ceasefire Now for Sudan" campaign on Mo...

South Sudanese President Kiir in South Africa for peace talks
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 26, 2024

The visit follows the recent Nairobi Tumaini Peace Initiative, which Kiir is keen to update Ramaphosa on, especially since the initiative has reset af...

South Sudanese peace talks in Nairobi reset after VP Machar's withdrawal
Amina Wako  |  Jul 26, 2024

The SPLM-IO's Political Bureau convened in Juba last Tuesday where it unanimously voted to exit the negotiations.

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed visits Port Sudan for peace talks
Amina Wako  |  Jul 10, 2024

PM Abiy stressed that the problems of nations should be resolved internally without external interference.

Economic meltdown still plagues South Sudan 13 years after independence
Amina Wako  |  Jul 07, 2024

The country has faced an economic meltdown that experts say could bring not only hardships but also political turmoil to a nation wracked with both.

South Sudanese peace talks in Nairobi near conclusion, parties call for greater inclusion
Amina Wako  |  Jul 02, 2024

South Sudan's Minister of Information Michael Makuei announced that the discussions are almost complete.

African Union set for new political dialogue to end Sudan war
Bashir Mohammed  |  Jun 30, 2024

The initiative, endorsed by the AU Peace and Security Council, aims to bring together Sudan’s warring factions and political movements under one roof,...

Egypt to host inter-Sudanese political talks in June to discuss ending war
Amina Wako  |  May 29, 2024

The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Tuesday that the conference would take place in Cairo, with participation from a wide spectrum o...

South Sudanese VP Nyandeng attends Nairobi Peace Process, urges reconciliation
Amina Wako  |  May 28, 2024

She extended appreciation to Kenyan President William Ruto for his role in the process and urged all involved parties to set aside political differenc...

South Sudan peace talks: Kenya assures safety after General's assassination fears
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2024

General Stephen Buoy Rolnyang, the chairman and commander-in-chief of the South Sudan People’s Movement/Army (SSPM/A), had threatened to withdraw from...

Nairobi Declaration: Sudanese leaders forge historic peace pact
Hanifa Adan  |  May 19, 2024

The declaration, witnessed by Kenyan President William Ruto, includes a provision for Sudanese people to exercise self-determination if the principles...

UAE hits out at Netanyahu for saying Gulf state could help run Gaza
Reuters  |  May 11, 2024

Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan rebuked Netanyahu, saying Abu Dhabi denounced the Israeli leader's comments.

Hamas accepts Egypt, Qatar's ceasefire proposal
Reuters  |  May 06, 2024

The US, which has played a mediation role in the talks, said it was studying the Hamas response and would discuss it with Middle East allies.

Gaza war: Success of Egypt peace deal would set blueprint for Middle East's future
The Conversation  |  May 05, 2024

Amid diplomatic manoeuvres in the push for an end to the Israel-Palestine conflict, Middle East expert John Strawson says the crisis has reached a cri...

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