-
Sudan’s War, Uganda’s Burden: Inside a Refugee Camp
Sudan’s civil war continues to displace thousands, who relocate mostly in Uganda. CREDIT: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.The ongoing conflict in Sudan follows decades of unrest, from the Darfur conflict and its civil wars to the secession of South Sudan in 2011, from military rule to failed political transitions and the rise of paramilitary groups. These overlapping crises have created a corridor of displacement, with millions fleeing across borders in search of…
-
Morocco: New Host for Turkish Drone Manufacturing?
Atlas Defense, a company newly registered in Rabat in January 2024, is expected to become the first production facility for Turkish military drones in Africa. The company’s stated activities include: “the design, manufacturing, development, and maintenance of drones.” The company is owned by Haluk and Selçuk Bayraktar, leaders of Türkiye ‘s Baykar defense firm. Baykar…
-
Political Opponents Face Death Penalty in Tunisia
On March 4, Tunisia opened the first hearing in the high-profile “conspiracy against state security” trial, following two years of investigations. Forty defendants, including political figures, activists, lawyers, and public personalities, are accused of plotting to overthrow President Kais Saied’s government and face charges of conspiracy against internal and external state security and terrorism. If…
-
Morocco Plans Military Airport in Sahara with US and French Support
Morocco is considering the construction of a military airport in the extreme south of the Sahara to address the alleged growing threat posed by terrorist groups in the Sahel. The project, reportedly involving cooperation with the United States and France, is intended to reinforce regional security as Western forces gradually withdraw from the area. The…
-
Wagner’s Successor Africa Corps Accused of Atrocities in Central African Republic
Armed units comprising former Wagner Group operatives continue to operate in the Central African Republic (CAR), despite the formal dissolution of the private military company following its founder Yevgeny Prigozhin’s death in 2023. These successor forces, now reportedly linked to Russia’s Ministry of Defense under the name “Africa Corps,” have been accused of multiple human…
-
El-Fasher Under Siege: A Critical Phase in the Sudan War
El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, remains under siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) but has not fallen. The city has been encircled for over nine months, with intensified drone and artillery str1kes causing significant c1vilian casualties and displacement. Despite an RSF ultimatum demanding the withdrawal of Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and allied groups,…
-
M23 Rebels Offensive in Democratic Republic of Congo
Armed clashes between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group have escalated in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). On January 22, the town of Minova, located 20 kilometers west of Goma, came under M23 control. Fighting spread to Sake the following day, with reports of heavy clashes involving artillery and air support. United…
-
Sudan: Chemical Weapons, Sanctions, and Starvation as a War Tactic
The ongoing conflict in Sudan has exacerbated a worsening humanitarian crisis. CREDIT: Steve Evans.As Sudan’s civil war continues, the use of chemical weapons, international sanctions on key leaders, and a worsening famine underscore the gravity of the crisis, with millions at risk amid escalating violence and blocked aid efforts. Chemical Weapons Use in Sudan’s Civil War The Sudanese civil war began in April 2023, rooted in a power…
-
RSF Attacks in Sudan: Civilians and Healthcare Targeted
Zamzam Camp, located near Al-Fashir in western Sudan, has been under regular attacks since early December 2024. Sudan’s largest refugee settlement has been targeted by artillery fire attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group involved in an ongoing conflict with the army. The assaults have resulted in at least 80 deaths and…
-
Cyclone Chido Impacts 90,000 Children in Mozambique
On December 17, UNICEF reported that Cyclone Chido caused extensive damage in Mozambique’s northern coastal province of Cabo Delgado, affecting over 90,000 children and destroying 35,000 homes. The storm made landfall on Sunday near Pemba, the regional capital, damaging 186 classrooms, 20 health facilities, as well as critical infrastructure, including electricity and communication systems. Cabo…
