U.S. Lawmakers Ask White House to Punish South Africa for Supporting Russia
South Africa is accused of helping supply Russia with weapons for the Ukraine war, a charge that South Africa denies.
Has Darfur become the main battleground of Sudan’s conflict?
Fighting in Sudan has led to a new wave of violence in Darfur, raising fears of further escalation.
US may restrict visas for Ugandan officials in wake of anti-LGBTQ+ laws
Antony Blinken says he’s looking to ‘promote accountability’ for Ugandan officials who have violated rights of LGBTQ+ people The US may restrict visas issued to Ugandan officials in its latest condemnation to the African country’s enactment of stringent – and highly controversial – anti-LGBTQ+ laws. Antony Blinken, the US secretary of state, said that Joe…
War in Sudan Unleashes New Wave of Violence in Darfur
The war in Sudan has unleashed a new wave of violence in the western region of Darfur, sending tens of thousands into neighboring Chad, where a new humanitarian crisis is looming.
As Sudan enters its 5th week of conflict, thousands cross into neighboring Chad
Thousands of refugees are crossing Sudan’s western border into Chad, fleeing escalating violence. Aid workers are hastily coordinating basic necessities as the rainy season approaches.
Fears that deadly Sudan conflict could spill into other regions
After a month of fighting, the death toll in Sudan has surpassed 600. As the conflict continues, there is growing concern that it could spread to other countries in the region.
The challenges involved with establishing a peaceful, stable Sudan
Why is Sudan so prone to civil war? The country has suffered from internal conflict for well over half of its 67 years of independence. Two generals are threatening to unleash another civil war.
Sudan conflict: No benefit in talks without truce, says al-Burhan
Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan says no settlement with RSF without a permanent ceasefire in Khartoum.
Biden urged to halt US aid to Tunisia over ‘authoritarian turn’
Nearly two dozen advocates, academics and ex-officials also call on US to impose sanctions against President Kais Saied.
Uganda: Africa’s Catholic media to share ideas on how to improve coverage of news about refugees.
SIGNIS Africa will hold a workshop to ensure Catholic communication practitioners acquire the requisite skills for effective coverage and reporting on news about refugees. The workshop will be held in Uganda from 10 July to 16 July 2023. Read all