Article linkPoachers had poisoned an elephant to gain access to its ivory and in the process inadvertently poisoned a large population of vultures kill many in the environmental reserve. This is a worrying trend in southern Africa as poachers have moved to using agricultural poisons that kill their high value targets but this endangers large parts of the environment as… Read more »
Link to article:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgj871wej3lo Human Rights Watch reports that at least 130 civilians, mostly ethnic Fulani, were killed in March by Burkina Faso’s military and allied militias near the town of Solenzo. The Fulani, often accused by the government of supporting Islamist militants, were reportedly targeted during a special forces operation. These killings add to the already severe conflict in Burkina… Read more »
Link to article:https://apnews.com/article/south-africa-us-refugees-trump-98a72fdb1f71edc960136b92cbd62db4 A group of 49 white South Africans, mostly Afrikaners, have been granted refugee status by the Trump administration and flown to the U.S. under a new program. The administration claims they are victims of racial persecution by South Africa’s Black-led government, citing land reform and affirmative action laws. South Africa denies these accusations, stating that Afrikaners are… Read more »
Link to article: https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/13/africa/libya-fighting-tripoli-united-nations-intl-hnk Fighting has erupted in Tripoli, Libya’s capital, prompting the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) to call for an immediate ceasefire and protection of civilians. Heavy weapon use in densely populated areas raised fears of war crimes. The clashes may be linked to the reported death of Abdulghani Kikli, leader of a powerful armed group,… Read more »
Link to Article: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/imf-reaches-preliminary-deal-with-congo-fund-says-2025-05-13/ An escalation of fighting in Democratic Republic of Congo has strained the Central African country public finances. The International Monetary Fund stated this on Tuesday. Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have had unprecedented advance in eastern Congo this year, triggering a new cycle of violence in this conflict that has dragged on for decades in a region rich… Read more »
Article linkThis article describes the private charter flight that made its way into Dulles international Airport from south africa holding 49 white south Africans as refugee of supposed violence and danger in the country against the white minority in south africa. The South African government is accused of anti white racist policies against the white south Africans. Meanwhile south africa… Read more »
Link to article: https://allafrica.com/stories/202505120492.html The article outlines Uganda’s deteriorating governance under President Yoweri Museveni’s long rule. Despite economic growth, public infrastructure is collapsing, with roads, hospitals, and schools in disrepair. Corruption and self-interest dominate government, with elites looting public resources and citizens disregarding laws. While Museveni controls the military, he has lost grip on civilian administration. His aging and the… Read more »
Link to article: https://allafrica.com/stories/202505130041.html The article covers President Cyril Ramaphosa’s response to 49 white South Africans seeking refugee status in the United States, which he strongly disputes. Speaking at the 2025 African CEO Forum in Côte d’Ivoire, Ramaphosa emphasized that these individuals do not meet the legal criteria for refugee status, asserting they are leaving due to resistance to constitutional… Read more »
Link to article: https://allafrica.com/stories/202505120250.html The article reports the impending resignation of Speaker J. Fonati Koffa from the 55th National Legislature of Liberia, effective May 12, 2025. His decision follows escalating tensions between the Legislative and Executive branches, particularly concerning the Executive’s disregard for Supreme Court rulings. The Rule of Law Caucus, led by Rep. Musa Hassan Bility, endorsed Koffa’s resignation,… Read more »
Link to article: https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2025/5/6/we-are-suffering-displaced-families-bear-burden-of-south-sudan-conflict As the civil war in South Sudan continues to escalate, it is creating a great refugee and humanitarian problem. There are now hundreds of thousands of individuals who are considered displaced persons. The attacks that are forcing people out of their homes are air strikes and bombings between Sudan’s People Liberation Army-in-Opposition and South Sudan’s People’s… Read more »