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50 killed in suspected rebel attacks in eastern DR Congo: Report

50 killed in suspected rebel attacks in eastern DR Congo: Report

The killings, attributed to ADF rebels, occurred on March 9-15 in Muchacha and Babesua localities of Ituri province's Mambasa territory, says Radio Okapi

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Kenya flood death toll rises to 71 as heavy rains batter several regions
17.03.2026

Kenya flood death toll rises to 71 as heavy rains batter several regions

Interior Ministry warns more rainfall expected as Kenya Met forecasts continued storms

Renewed Boko Haram attacks leave 23 dead, over 100 injured in northeastern Nigeria
17.03.2026

Renewed Boko Haram attacks leave 23 dead, over 100 injured in northeastern Nigeria

Authorities confirm casualties after coordinated suicide bombings target hospital, markets in Maiduguri

Ethiopia’s premier urges fuel conservation as Mideast conflict disrupts global supply
16.03.2026

Ethiopia’s premier urges fuel conservation as Mideast conflict disrupts global supply

Abiy Ahmed calls on distributors, service stations, consumers to prioritize essential services amid tightening oil supplies following escalating regional hostilities

South Africa reviews Israel’s response in ICJ genocide case over Gaza
15.03.2026

South Africa reviews Israel’s response in ICJ genocide case over Gaza

Pretoria says it will decide on further written submissions or oral hearings after reviewing Israel's March 12 filing at International Court of Justice

Republic of Congo holds presidential vote as Nguesso seeks reelection
15.03.2026

Republic of Congo holds presidential vote as Nguesso seeks reelection

Denis Sassou Nguesso, 82, faces 6 challengers, aiming for his 5th consecutive term since reclaiming power in 1997 following 5-year exile