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Residents in eastern DRC are sharing their traumatic experiences of the ADF's violent actions, highlighting the urgent need for more robust responses from authorities.

Several African nations, led by South Africa, are negotiating fuel supply contracts with the Dangote refinery due to disruptions in global fuel supply linked to Middle Eastern conflicts.

Kenyan Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya stated that Kenya is on alert due to rising global security threats linked to the US-Iran-Israel conflict and broader Middle Eastern instability.

Rwanda and the DRC have agreed to take steps to mitigate tensions following recent talks in Washington amidst ongoing conflict in eastern DRC.

A drone strike from Sudan has killed 19 people in the border town of Tiné in eastern Chad, prompting the Chadian army to enter a state of maximum alert.

In Lubumbashi, southern DR Congo, hundreds of displaced individuals are seeking humanitarian assistance after fleeing violent clashes.

Residents of Centane, Eastern Cape, express their frustrations to the South African Human Rights Commission about serious water and sanitation failures affecting their community.

The ADF armed group has expanded its attacks in Eastern DRC, targeting economic interests, especially mining operations.

In Goma, the UN Humanitarian Coordinator urged the AFC/M23 rebels to respect humanitarian principles to aid vulnerable populations in eastern Congo.

Nigeria's Liquefied Petroleum Gas supply has decreased by 8.5% in February 2026 compared to December 2025, attributed to rising crude oil prices due to a Middle-Eastern crisis.

Thousands of Congolese refugees are facing harsh conditions in Burundi's Busuma camp after fleeing violence in eastern DRC, with many lacking basic necessities.

The US is facilitating peace talks between officials from the DR Congo and Rwanda to address escalating violence in eastern DR Congo.

Armed clashes occurred in Mugunga, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, leading to several armed men being killed and arrested during a confrontation with AFC/M23.

The Congolese army has arrested two leaders of local armed groups allied with government forces in their fight against the AFC/M23 rebellion in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The new parliamentary session in the Democratic Republic of the Congo begins amid ongoing discussions about the war in the eastern region and the ratification of peace accords with Rwanda.

The Nigeria Labour Congress demands tax relief and other measures to alleviate the financial burden on citizens following a recent fuel price increase attributed to ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts.

A French humanitarian, Karine Buisset, was killed in a drone strike in Goma, eastern DRC, raising concerns about accountability in conflict zones.

A French aid worker was among three fatalities in an air strike in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where clashes continue between M23 militia and Congolese forces.

The M23 rebel group in eastern DR Congo has accused the government of targeting civilians in a drone strike that destroyed a residence, allegedly occupied by UN personnel.

Severe flooding in southern Ethiopia has resulted in the deaths of 30 people due to heavy rains, with regional authorities expressing their condolences.

Drone strikes in Goma, a city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo controlled by the M23 militia, have resulted in multiple fatalities, with accusations directed at the Congolese army.

The UN mission in South Sudan has declined to evacuate its base in Akobo, stating that it will remain to protect civilians amid a military offensive.

Nigeria's Dangote mega-refinery will focus on the domestic fuel market to mitigate shortages and stabilize prices amid Middle Eastern conflicts.

The announcement by the AFC/M23 regarding the imminent release of FARDC soldiers highlights the complex dynamics of the ongoing conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The article discusses ongoing debates in the Democratic Republic of the Congo about proposed constitutional changes, which some factions within the ruling party are pushing for amid conflicts in the eastern regions of the country.

Farmers in Rwanda's Eastern Province are actively participating in efforts to restore forests as the government aims to rehabilitate two million hectares of degraded land by 2030.

A recent mining collapse in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has raised serious concerns over safety regulations and the high-risk conditions faced by local miners.

James Swan, the new head of MONUSCO, faces significant challenges, including ensuring civilian protection and monitoring a ceasefire in eastern DRC amid a crisis in multilateralism.

The U.S. has implemented visa restrictions on several senior Rwandan officials accused of supporting the M23 rebellion in the eastern DRC.

The Contact Group on the Great Lakes has urged all parties involved in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) conflicts to honor ceasefire agreements amid continuing violations.

More than 80 learners from the Enon farming community in Eastern Cape, South Africa, are hitchhiking to school daily due to a lack of transportation.

The AFC/M23 group has sent a delegation to Geneva to contest allegations of serious human rights violations in a recent UN report regarding the conflict in eastern DRC.

A landslide at a coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in over 200 fatalities, with conflicting reports about the cause and the number of victims.

A landslide at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in over 200 feared dead, including many children, as heavy rains impact the area.

The death toll from a landslide at a coltan mine in eastern DR Congo has surpassed 200, with significant casualties reported among children.

At least six people died in a shaft collapse at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, which has been plagued by unsafe working conditions and is controlled by M23 rebels.

The article discusses the impact of recent U.S. sanctions against the Rwandan army following its support for the M23 group in the Eastern DRC.

Three weeks after Cyclone Gezani struck Madagascar, the eastern region is facing a dire situation with significant casualties and ongoing challenges in basic services.

The United States has sanctioned Rwanda's military over its involvement in conflict in eastern DR Congo, calling for immediate withdrawal from the region.

The Rwandan government has condemned U.S. sanctions on its military leaders, claiming they misrepresent the situation in eastern DR Congo.

The UN warns of extreme violence against human rights defenders in eastern DR Congo, attributed to the M23 rebel group.

The Rwandan government defends the Rwanda Defence Force against recent U.S. sanctions, calling them unjust and a misrepresentation of the conflict in eastern DR Congo.

The Ministry of Planning and Development has warned that climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution are threatening food security in Eastern Africa.

The US has imposed sanctions on the Rwandan army and four of its senior officers for providing operational support to the M23 rebel group in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

A total lunar eclipse on Tuesday will create a blood-red moon, visible to many in North and South America and eastern Asia, but sadly not from Africa and Europe.

President William Ruto condemned recent strikes on Middle Eastern nations and called for multilateral efforts to de-escalate the conflict.

Aerial bombardments by the Kinshasa regime in eastern DR Congo are endangering civilians, prompting the AFC/M23 rebel group to pledge protection against these attacks.

Illicit alcohol consumption in Rwanda's Eastern Province has resulted in 20 deaths and 300 cases of blindness over the past year, primarily due to methanol contamination.

The African Union Commission condemns Iran's missile and drone attacks on Middle Eastern countries and emphasizes the need for dialogue and restraint.

Mass graves containing at least 171 bodies have been discovered in eastern DRC following the withdrawal of M23 rebels from Uvira.