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16 February

African Union Warns Against Territorial Break-Up of DR Congo

The African Union warned against the break-up of the DR Congo, two days after the Rwandan-backed M23 armed group entered a second city in the country's east.

14 February

Africa

Sudanese soldiers seen in a convoy escorting Bashir back to prison after his appearance in court in Khartoum in August, 2019.

Staff Writer With AFP

UN Chief Says Flow of Weapons to Sudan ‘Must Stop’

UN called for an end to the influx of weapons fueling war in Sudan, as leaders gathered in Ethiopia to discuss the "unprecedented" crisis.

13 February

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Scores of IS Fighters Killed in Northern Somalia: Security Forces

Security forces in Somalia's semi-autonomous Puntland region said they had killed scores of fighters linked to the Islamic State group in heavy fighting in the mountains.

13 February

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Mali Rebels Claim to Down Army Helicopter With Drone

Mali's Front for the Liberation of Azawad rebel group told AFP its fighters used a drone to take out an army helicopter in the Kidal region, though the military did not confirm the claim.

11 February

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Fighting Breaks Out in Eastern DR Congo After Two-Day Lull

Fighting erupted Tuesday in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after a two-day lull, with Rwanda-backed M23 fighters attacking positions of the Congolese armed forces.

10 February

Africa