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Demands for ceasefire ahead of talks in Congo-Kinshasa

Angola's President João Lourenço – who is meddling in the conflict in eastern Congo-Kinshasa – is calling for a ceasefire ahead of the peace talks that begin next week.

Attempt at Peace Talks on Eastern Congo-Kinshasa

Tanzania Welcomes 18 White Rhinos in Conservation Milestone

Tanzania has received 18 white rhinos from South Africa, a step in the country's efforts to strengthen nature conservation and tourism.

Dead victims in explosions at militia meeting in Congo

Several people are reported to have been killed in explosions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo during a meeting where, among others, leaders of the M23 militia participated.

The EU lifts sanctions against Syria

The EU countries are lifting most of their sanctions against Syria, in the hope of a positive political development after the fall of the Assad regime.

New Rebel Offensive Launched in Congo

The rebel group M23 is reported to have launched a new offensive in the eastern parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Fighting is ongoing in the Ihusi area in South Kivu, according to local sources.

Mass arrests of migrants in the UK

Top Meeting Calls for Ceasefire in Congo

A top-level meeting in Tanzania, consisting of African leaders, calls for a ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within five days.