The resurgence of ethnically motivated attacks in the country’s restive western region has led to enormous displacement and a growing humanitarian crisis.
Author: Abdi Latif Dahir
In Burundi, the Drum Is a Revered Symbol of Unity. But Only Men Can Play.
Burundian drumming is a global phenomenon, featured in blockbuster movies and best-selling albums. But at home, authorities have restricted it to official functions — and banned women from performing.
The U.S. Increases Vaccine Aid to 11 African Countries
The U.S. government said it would provide “intensive financial, technical and diplomatic support” to African countries that have recently shown the capacity to hasten vaccine uptake.
Sudan’s Security Forces Kill Protesters as U.S. Diplomats’ Visit Nears
Seven people died after being shot at demonstrations in the northeast African country, a doctors’ group said, bringing the civilian death toll since the military seized back power to 71.
Car Bomb in Mogadishu, Somalia’s Capital, Kills 8
The explosion, one of a string of recent attacks, comes as the country grapples with a political standoff and a growing humanitarian crisis.
Sudan Braces for ‘the Worst’ after Prime Minister Resigns
With the departure of the civilian prime minister Abdalla Hamdok on Sunday, the military and security forces are now fully in control of Sudan again.
Sudan Braces for ‘the Worst’ after Prime Minister Resigns
With the departure of the civilian prime minister Abdalla Hamdok on Sunday, the military and security forces are now fully in control of Sudan again.
Sudan’s Prime Minister, Abdalla Hamdok, Resigns
Mr. Hamdok was restored to power a month ago after being deposed in a coup, but he was never able to gain control of the fractious country.
Why Did Uganda Send Troops Into Congo?
The Ugandan government says it is targeting rebels it accuses of terrorist attacks in Kampala. Many Congolese fear the incursion is cover for yet another plundering of their country.
Somalia’s President Suspends Prime Minister Over Corruption Allegations
The premier, Mohamed Hussein Roble, defied the order to step down as tensions continued over long-delayed elections.