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Rare violence among Ngogo chimpanzees draws global scientific attention

Medical Research

Kibale Chimpanzee civil war Puts Uganda at Center of Global Research

Rare violence among Ngogo chimpanzees draws global scientific attention

Odama warns Uganda’s Sovereignty Bill could deepen divisions

Civil Society

Religious Leaders Call for Talks After Sovereignty Bill passed

Odama warns Uganda’s Sovereignty Bill could deepen divisions

Brussels ceremony renews calls for justice over Burundi’s 1972–1973 violence

Justice & Crime

Diaspora Calls For Recognition Of Burundi’s 1972 Hutu Genocide

Brussels ceremony renews calls for justice over Burundi’s 1972–1973 violence

Burundi’s ruling party backs the president for another seven-year mandate

Elections

AU Chair Ndayishimiye Moves Toward 2027 Burundi Re-Election Bid

Burundi’s ruling party backs the president for another seven-year mandate

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War in Eastern DRC

Makumo Attack that killed 9 Spurs Security Calls in Ituri

At least nine civilians were killed in an ADF raid in Mambasa

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Justice & Crime

Xenophobia Tensions Put South Africa Under Regional Scrutiny

African governments raise concerns as anti-migrant rhetoric grows in South Africa

Al Qaeda-linked JNIM urges revolt as Mali vows more military operations

Justice & Crime

Mali Junta Plans Response After Al Qaeda-linked JNIM Uprising Call

Al Qaeda-linked JNIM urges revolt as Mali vows more military operations

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Education

DRC Digitizes 10 Teacher Training Modules With UNESCO

The Ministry of Education says the modules will support teachers and school leaders across the DRC.

Campaign will feature public events, exhibitions and education programmes through 2026

International Relations

U.S. Embassy Plans Freedom 250 Activities in Uganda

Campaign will feature public events, exhibitions and education programmes through 2026

Lt. Gen. Ychaligonza Nduru Jacques is assessing FARDC operations in Tshopo.

War in DR Congo

FARDC to Review Kisangani Inspection Findings

Lt. Gen. Ychaligonza Nduru Jacques is assessing FARDC operations in Tshopo.

Opposition warns of constitutional risk as PAJ committee examines the bill

Justice & Crime

DRC Referendum Bill Moves to Committee Review

Opposition warns of constitutional risk as PAJ committee examines the bill

Lai cites blocked flight routes as China tensions shape diplomatic access

International Relations

Taiwan Cancels Eswatini Trip After African Airspace Denials by china

Lai cites blocked flight routes as China tensions shape diplomatic access

Armed rebels reportedly imposed taxes on civilians in Ituri province.

War in DR Congo

ADF Islamists Impose US$13 Tax on Leta Residents Eastern DRC

Armed rebels reportedly imposed taxes on civilians in Ituri province.

Goïta assumes defence post after minister killed, signalling tighter control amid Mali’s escalating insurgency crisis.

Terrorism and Security

WHY Mali’s junta leader is tightening control after deadly attack

Goïta takes defence role as insurgent offensive exposes security strain

Africa’s solar expansion is increasing battery use, raising fears over unsafe lead-acid recycling and long-term health risks.

Tech and Startups

Africa’s Solar Boom Raises Lead Poisoning Risks

Experts warn unsafe battery recycling could widen a hidden public health crisis

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War in DR Congo

Ituri 140 Hostage Rescue Points to Next FARDC-UPDF Push

More than 140 ADF hostages were reportedly freed in Mambasa as joint operations continue

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