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🇨🇩 M23 Rebels Capture Strategic City of Goma in Eastern Congo
Thousands of residents fled Goma as M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, captured this key regional hub. The city of about 2 million people was thrown into chaos, with gunfire erupting and residents scrambling for safety. Goma is crucial for its mineral wealth and strategic position, making its capture a significant escalation in the decades-long conflict between Congo and Rwanda.
The situation deteriorated rapidly: hospitals were overwhelmed, the airport was shut down, and IDP camps faced intensified shelling. The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting, calling on M23 to reverse its advances. This conflict exacerbates an already dire humanitarian crisis, with over 6 million displaced in the region.
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🇨🇩 Goma Falls: M23 Rebels Seize Key City in Eastern DRC
The M23 rebel group has captured Goma, the capital of North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. The rebels surrounded the city on Sunday and issued an ultimatum for Congolese forces to surrender by Monday morning.
Regional tensions have soared with the DRC accusing Rwanda of backing the rebels. Kenya's President Ruto, as EAC chair, has called an urgent regional summit to address the crisis. Meanwhile, humanitarian concerns grow as thousands flee the fighting.
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🇨🇩❌🇨🇩— #BREAKING - Pro-Rwandan accounts share images of AFC/M23 patrolling inside the city of Goma, eastern DRC.
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🇨🇩 UN Chief Demands Rwanda Withdraw From Eastern DRC
The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly urged Rwanda to pull its forces out of the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid escalating tensions. This follows reports of the M23 rebel group advancing towards Goma, a critical city in the North Kivu province.
The ongoing conflict in the region has resulted in one of Africa's largest displacement crises, with severe humanitarian consequences. Despite regional peace initiatives like the Nairobi and Luanda processes, fighting continues, with accusations of ceasefire violations.
With national elections in 2025, the instability threatens not just regional stability but also the democratic process in the DRC. International calls for Rwanda to halt its alleged support for M23 rebels are growing louder.
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🇨🇩 UN Peacekeepers Fall in Eastern DRC Conflict
At least 15 UN peacekeepers have been killed in recent clashes with rebel forces in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), marking one of the deadliest incidents for UN forces in the region. The casualties include soldiers from South Africa, Malawi, and Uruguay, as they fought to halt the advance of the M23 rebels towards Goma.
The conflict has displaced over 237,000 people in 2025 alone, exacerbating one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises. The UN has vowed to continue critical operations, including food distribution and medical aid, despite the escalating violence.
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🔥🇸🇩 Sudan’s Largest Oil Refinery Ablaze Amid Civil War
Fighting in Sudan’s ongoing civil war has resulted in a devastating fire at the country’s largest oil refinery, located in Al-Jaili, near Khartoum. Satellite images show vast areas ablaze, with thick plumes of black smoke towering over the site.
The Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have traded accusations over who is responsible. The military claims the RSF deliberately set the fire as part of a destabilization strategy, while the RSF blames military airstrikes using barrel bombs. Neither side has provided evidence.
The refinery’s destruction has significant economic and humanitarian implications, exacerbating Sudan’s already dire crisis. Experts warn of increased respiratory risks from the smoke and further instability in the region.
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🇰🇲 Comoros President Azali Assoumani Empowers Son, Fueling Succession Concerns
President Azali Assoumani of Comoros has ignited controversy by granting his son, Nour El Fath, sweeping new powers. The move, seen as a clear step toward grooming him for succession, has sparked fears of dynastic rule in the island nation. Nour El Fath was appointed as secretary general of the government, with expanded authority to evaluate ministers and influence decision-making processes.
Opposition leaders and critics have condemned the move, accusing Assoumani of undermining democracy and violating the principles of rotational presidency among Comoros' three main islands. The political climate remains tense, with recent elections boycotted by opposition parties amid allegations of fraud and repression.
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🇳🇬 The Rise of the Lakurawa Militant Group in Nigeria
🚨 A new militant group, the Lakurawa, has emerged in Nigeria's northwest, particularly in Sokoto and Kebbi states. Linked to jihadist factions in the Sahel, this group is causing alarm with its strict Islamic laws, kidnappings, and attacks on government officials. Initially seen as protectors, their harsh governance turned locals against them.
The Nigerian government has declared Lakurawa a terrorist organization, empowering security forces to dismantle their operations. However, parallels with Boko Haram highlight the need for a balanced approach to address root causes and prevent further destabilization.
Lakurawa’s ties to ISIS in the Sahel add to the regional security crisis, making their swift neutralization critical for Nigeria’s stability.
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🇨🇩 DR Congo: M23 Rebels Claim North Kivu Governor Killed
The M23 rebels have announced the death of Maj. Gen. Peter Chirimwami, the military governor of North Kivu Province, during intense fighting near the town of Sake. According to the rebels, Chirimwami was killed while visiting the front lines to have his photo taken in Kasengezi. The reports remain unconfirmed, but the incident has escalated tensions in the region.
Chirimwami, who was appointed in September 2023, described the situation in North Kivu as "worrisome" and "unpredictable" in a previous interview. The M23 rebels claimed he was the Commander-in-Chief of the FDLR, a militia linked to the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The conflict has created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, with civilians fleeing to Goma for safety.
The M23 rebels are threatening to march on Goma, a city of 2 million people, further complicating the already dire situation. The main hospital in Goma is reportedly overwhelmed by hundreds of injured from the recent clashes.
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🇿🇼 "Blood and Guns at Gweru Mine: Chinese Nationals Assault Zimbabwean Worker"
A shocking video has gone viral showing a violent altercation at the Ming Chang Sino Africa mine in Gweru, Zimbabwe. Kholwani Dube, a dismissed worker, returned to demand his unpaid wages but was met with brutality, including knives and gunfire. The Chinese supervisor, Liu Haifeng, allegedly pointed a gun at Dube, who was later stabbed and tied up. The mine claims self-defense, but public outrage is mounting over this blatant abuse of power.
This incident highlights recurring tensions in Zimbabwe’s mining sector, where Chinese employers face allegations of worker mistreatment and exploitation. It raises urgent questions about labor rights enforcement and the accountability of foreign-owned enterprises.
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🇸🇩 Intense Battles Near Al-Jili Oil Refinery: Sudanese Army and RSF Clash
Fierce fighting has erupted near the strategically important al-Jili oil refinery, located 70 km north of Khartoum, as the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) clash for control of this critical infrastructure. The army launched a multi-pronged offensive, advancing towards key areas like the refinery and Rotana Mills, while the RSF denied these reports amid heavy artillery exchanges.
The ongoing conflict, which began in April 2023, has already claimed over 61,000 lives and displaced millions. The battle for the refinery highlights the struggle for control of vital resources in a war that has devastated Sudan’s capital and its surroundings. The humanitarian crisis deepens as essential services collapse, leaving civilians in dire need of aid.
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🇦🇴 Angola Seeks UN Support for DR Congo-Rwanda Peace
Angola has called on the UN Security Council to strengthen its support for the Luanda Process, an initiative aimed at resolving tensions between the DRC and Rwanda. The appeal was made during a working lunch with UNSC members, hosted by Sierra Leone’s Foreign Minister. The focus was on the escalating conflict in eastern DRC, driven by the M23 rebel group, which continues to destabilize the region despite a ceasefire agreement brokered in July 2024.
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🇩🇿 Freed Spanish Hostage Returns Safely to Algiers After Sahel Kidnapping
Gilbert Navarro, a Spanish tourist kidnapped near the Algeria-Mali border, has been safely released and returned to Algiers. Navarro was abducted on January 14 by an armed group linked to organized crime networks in the Sahel. The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) played a key role in negotiating his release, surrounding the kidnappers and securing his freedom.
Navarro expressed gratitude to Algerian authorities, stating he was "still in shock" but thankful for the support. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune praised the security forces for their "efficiency and discretion" in the operation. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the Sahel, a region plagued by terrorism and organized crime.
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🇰🇪 Shocking Arrest in Nairobi: Man Carries Wife's Dismembered Body Parts
In a chilling incident, a 29-year-old man, John Kiama Wambua, was arrested in Nairobi for allegedly carrying his wife’s dismembered body parts in a backpack. Police discovered the remains during a routine patrol in the Huruma area. Wambua confessed to killing his 19-year-old wife, Joy Fridah Munani, following an argument and attempted to dispose of her body by dismembering it. Additional body parts were later found hidden under his bed, along with a knife and blood-stained clothing.
This case sheds light on Kenya’s disturbing rise in femicide, with over 97 women killed between August and October 2023 alone.
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🇱🇾 Italian Police Apprehend Libyan Warlord Wanted by ICC
In a major development, Italian police have arrested Ossama al-Masri, a Libyan warlord wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Al-Masri, head of the Tripoli detention center network under the Special Defence Force (SDF), is accused of war crimes and human rights abuses during Libya’s civil war. The arrest occurred in Turin after he attended a soccer match, marking a significant step in international justice efforts.
The ICC has been investigating widespread atrocities in Libyan detention facilities, including torture and extrajudicial killings. While human rights groups applaud the arrest, others, including al-Masri’s allies, have criticized it as "arbitrary." However, in a surprising twist, al-Masri was reportedly expelled back to Libya after legal hurdles in Italy, highlighting challenges in pursuing accountability.
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🇷🇼 Rwanda’s Border with DR Congo: Open Amid Tensions
Rwanda's border posts with DR Congo remain open despite ongoing heavy fighting between the Congolese army and M23 rebels near the border. Deputy Government Spokesperson Alain Mukuralinda confirmed that Rwanda has not imposed any closures. While the Petite Barrière post was temporarily closed by Congolese authorities, the Grande Barrière crossing remains operational with normal movement.
The conflict has intensified as M23 rebels capture new territory, threatening Goma. Despite this, Congolese nationals continue to cross into Rwanda for business, with over 20,000 daily crossings reported recently. Rwanda remains committed to pursuing a political solution through the Luanda process, emphasizing regional stability.
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🇨🇩❌🇨🇩— Massive wave of counter-information war going on online currently, pro-FARDC accounts insist that Goma is 'calm' and 'under control'. but again, hundreds of FARDC soldiers are confirmed to have surrendered their weapons to MONUSCO.
Some accounts even talk of an imminent invasion of the Congolese armed forces into Rwanda...
🇨🇩❌🇨🇩🇺🇳— #BREAKING - Hundreds of Congolese soldiers surrender their weapons at the request of the AFC/M23.
The Urugayan contingent confirms the mass surrender.
🇸🇩 Sudan Army's Victory in Wad Madani: A Turning Point in the War
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have achieved a major victory by recapturing Wad Madani, one of Sudan's largest cities, from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict that has devastated the country since April 2024. The city's liberation is the result of a meticulously planned four-month counter-offensive launched during the dry season.
The RSF withdrew without a fight, as they had done in other key locations earlier. This victory shifts the frontline northward, closer to Khartoum, and deals a significant blow to the RSF's operations in central Sudan.
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🇿🇦 South African Soldiers Killed in DR Congo Clashes
Three South African soldiers were killed and 18 injured during clashes with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The troops were part of the SAMIDRC peacekeeping mission, deployed to stabilize the region. The attack occurred near Goma, a strategic city in North Kivu province, amid escalating violence.
Criticism has been directed at the SANDF for delayed communication about the incident. The DA and Sandu have called for greater transparency and questioned the readiness of South African forces, citing budget cuts and outdated equipment.
The conflict in eastern DRC has displaced 400,000 people, worsening an already dire humanitarian crisis. The M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, continue to destabilize the region, raising concerns about further regionalization of the conflict.
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🇨🇩 Fighting Escalates in Eastern DR Congo After Governor's Death
The conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has intensified following the death of Major General Peter Cirimwami, the governor of North Kivu province. He died from injuries sustained while visiting the front lines against the M23 rebels, who are backed by Rwanda.
The M23 has seized key towns, including Minova and Sake, and is now encircling Goma, a city of 2 million people. The fighting has caused widespread panic, displacing over 400,000 people and worsening the humanitarian crisis. International tensions are rising, with accusations of Rwandan involvement adding to the volatility.
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🇲🇬 Madagascar Locals Save Endangered Tortoises After Cyclone Floods
In the wake of Cyclone Dikeledi, a heroic community effort in southern Madagascar has rescued thousands of critically endangered radiated and spider tortoises from devastating floods. The Lavavolo Tortoise Centre, home to 12,000 tortoises, was submerged, prompting locals, sanctuary staff, and police to wade through floodwaters to save these ancient creatures. Sadly, around 700 tortoises perished, but the rescue highlights the importance of conservation.
The Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) is leading efforts to rehabilitate and eventually release the tortoises back into the wild. These tortoises, often victims of illegal wildlife trafficking, are vital to Madagascar's ecosystem and cultural heritage. Local communities, including the Tandroy and Mahafaly peoples, view tortoises as sacred rainmakers, further emphasizing their significance.
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🇸🇸 South Sudan Enforces Social Media Ban Amid Rising Tensions
In response to escalating violence and the spread of graphic content, South Sudan has imposed a temporary ban on social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok. The ban, effective immediately, aims to curb public outrage fueled by videos showing atrocities against South Sudanese nationals in Sudan.
The decision follows violent riots in South Sudan, where retaliatory attacks led to the deaths of at least 16 Sudanese nationals. Authorities argue the ban is necessary to protect public safety and mental health, but critics see it as a violation of rights, especially for those relying on social media for their livelihoods.
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🇨🇩 Panic in Goma as M23 Rebels Close In
Panic has gripped Goma, the capital of DR Congo’s North Kivu Province, as M23 rebels threaten to advance on the city after capturing key towns like Minova and Sake, just 27 km away. Residents are fleeing amid reports of bombings, while schools have closed, and hospitals are overwhelmed with casualties.
The conflict, rooted in decades-long tensions in mineral-rich eastern Congo, has displaced over 7 million people. The M23 claims to fight for Congolese Tutsi communities, while Congo and the UN accuse Rwanda of backing the rebels. International warnings urge civilians to prepare for evacuation.
With Sake now under rebel control, Goma faces its greatest threat since 2012, when M23 last seized the city. The humanitarian crisis deepens as fear and uncertainty grip its 2 million residents.
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🇮🇹 Italy's Controversial Repatriation of Libyan Warlord Sparks Outrage
In a move that has drawn widespread criticism, Italy repatriated Libyan warlord Ossama Anjiem, accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity, despite an ICC arrest warrant. Al-Masri was briefly detained in Turin but released on a procedural technicality and flown back to Libya, where he was celebrated by supporters.
Italian officials cited "urgent security reasons" for the decision, but critics accuse the government of hypocrisy and failing to uphold international justice. Human rights groups and the ICC have condemned the move, calling it a setback for accountability.
This incident highlights Italy's complex relationship with Libya, particularly in managing migration flows, raising questions about its commitment to human rights.
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🇸🇸 South Sudan Shuts Down Social Media Amid Rising Violence
In a bid to curb escalating violence, the South Sudanese government has temporarily banned social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok. The move, enforced by the National Communication Authority (NCA), aims to stop the spread of graphic videos depicting attacks on South Sudanese refugees in Sudan, which have fueled retaliatory violence in Juba and other areas.
The shutdown, justified under the National Communication Act of 2012, has sparked public outcry as critics label it an act of censorship. Despite efforts to protect public safety, many argue that social media is essential for information access and freedom of expression. Meanwhile, both governments have called for restraint, with South Sudan imposing a curfew to maintain order.
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🇿🇼 Zimbabwe Issues Urgent Alert on Counterfeit Rabies Vaccine
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has issued an urgent warning about counterfeit ABHAYRAB rabies vaccines circulating in the country. These fake vaccines, distributed through unauthorized channels, may not provide protection against rabies, a fatal disease transmitted through animal bites.
Public health officials have urged citizens to only source vaccines from licensed providers and return any suspected counterfeit products to pharmacies. MCAZ is collaborating with law enforcement to trace and eliminate these dangerous fakes, emphasizing the importance of vigilance in safeguarding public health.
This alarming situation highlights the global threat of counterfeit medical products, as similar issues have been reported in other countries like the Philippines.
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🇾🇹 Mayotte Schools Reopen After Cyclone Chido’s Devastation
More than a month after Cyclone Chido ravaged Mayotte, schools are preparing to reopen despite ongoing challenges. The cyclone, one of the worst in a century, caused widespread destruction, leveling neighborhoods, damaging schools, and displacing thousands.
Teachers and staff are working tirelessly to secure classrooms, but uncertainty remains about student attendance as many families still struggle with the aftermath. The island’s fragile infrastructure, further strained by Tropical Storm Dikeledi, complicates recovery efforts.
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🇨🇩 M23 Rebels Escalate Crisis in Eastern DRC
The M23 rebels have advanced into South Kivu, capturing strategic towns like Minova and Bweremana. This escalation threatens major cities, including Goma, and exacerbates an already dire humanitarian crisis. Over 178,000 people have been displaced, and the region faces severe food shortages.
The Congolese military is struggling to counter the rebels' gains, despite international support from SADC and MONUSCO. Local civil society groups warn of the growing risk to civilians and call for urgent action. The conflict risks sparking a wider regional war, echoing the devastating Second Congo War.
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🇿🇦 How a Specialized Camera Saved Hundreds of Trapped Miners in South Africa
A specialized mine rescue camera played a pivotal role in rescuing hundreds of miners trapped 2.6 kilometers underground in South Africa. Lowered to a depth of 1,280 meters, the camera provided real-time visibility, enabling rescuers to optimize the rescue operation and save lives swiftly.
The trapped miners faced starvation and dehydration as they waited for help. Using the camera, rescuers established initial communication with the miners and confirmed the presence of around 480 individuals underground. The technology allowed for efficient coordination, with each rescue trip saving 12-13 miners at a time.
This incident highlights the life-saving potential of advanced technology in emergency situations, emphasizing the need for innovative tools in rescue missions.
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