What led the two generals, recently allies, to turn their forces on each other — devastating a country of 45 million people?
Tag: Africa
Peering Into Volcanoes at Tanzania’s Crater Highlands
Uninterested in the extreme altitudes of Kilimanjaro, a writer opted instead to explore the region’s vast calderas, abundant wildlife and rare forms of lava.
One Year of Civil War in Sudan: What We Know About the Conflict
Fighting between the military and a powerful paramilitary group has led to massacres, caused millions to flee their homes and now threatens to cause a famine.
Pressure Mounts on China to Offer Debt Relief to Poor Countries Facing Default
There was optimism at the spring meetings of the I.M.F. and World Bank that China will make concessions over restructuring its loans.
‘Glory to Putin’: How Pro-Russian Narratives Spread in Africa
Pro-Russian content presenting a distorted version of the war in Ukraine and promoting Russia’s interests in Africa is gaining an audience on the continent.
New Marburg Outbreaks in Africa Raise Alarm About the Deadly Virus’s Spread
The spread of the Ebola-like virus has claimed lives but could be a crucial chance to test a vaccine — if supplies and researchers are mobilized in time.
DNA Confirms Oral History of Swahili People
A genetic analysis of dozens of ancient skeletons from East Africa helps pin down the origins of coastal Swahili society.
Kamala Harris, at Former Slave Port in Ghana, Ties Past to Present
The vice president leaned into her heritage during a three-nation trip to Africa to strengthen U.S. relations on the continent.
Kamala Harris Looks to Deepen Relations With Africa Amid China’s Influence
In a weeklong trip to Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia, the vice president will face a balancing act as she tries to foster a collaborative U.S. relationship.
A ‘New Cold War’ Looms in Africa as U.S. Pushes Against Russian Gains
The U.S. is reprising its playbook in Ukraine, where it has used classified information to expose plans by Russia. Next target: Chad.