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Where Cracks of Light Emerge in Violent Places

Donald Trump · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Where Cracks of Light Emerge in Violent Places

39% Right coverage: 31 sources

An armed rebel group’s takeover of Goma is just the latest chapter in decadeslong instability in the Democratic Republic of Congo. But this moment could blaze a path to effective governance long-awaited by the Congolese people.See the Story

Africa: Business Summit Aims to Spotlight Opportunities for U.S. Companies in Africa

Business · Luanda

Africa: Business Summit Aims to Spotlight Opportunities for U.S. Companies in Africa

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

An estimated 1500 delegates are gathered in Luanda for the 17 U.S.-Africa Business Summit organized by the Corporate Council on Africa and hosted this year by the Government of Angola. Expected participants include heads of state and government from Algeria, Botswana, Burundi, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Madagascar, Mauritania, Namibia, and Sao Tome and Principe, along with P…See the Story

AU Names Former Somali PM as Special Envoy to South Sudan

Wall Street · South Sudan

AU Names Former Somali PM as Special Envoy to South Sudan

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission has appointed former Prime Minister of Somalia, Dr. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas, as the AU Special Representative to South Sudan and Head of the Union’s Liaison Office in Juba. The appointment was announced yesterday by the AU Chairperson’s office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Gaas’ appointment means the exiting of his predecessor, Joram Biswaro of Tanzania who was appointed in 2016 by former AU Chairpe…See the Story

Africa News Tonight: Namibia voting goes into third day, Biden heads to Angola, EAC celebrates its 25th anniversary

Namibians returned to vote today in 36 re-opened polling stations, two days after the country’s election was marred by technical problems. U.S. President Joe Biden visits Angola next week, after his administration has forged close economic ties with the oil-rich southern African country. Celebrations are under way to mark the 25th anniversary of the East African Community in Arusha, Tanzania, as partner states work to eliminate barriers to cross…Namibia · Namibia Read Article

South Sudan in Focus

South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.Juba · Juba Read Article

South Sudan in Focus

South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.Juba · Juba Read Article

South Sudan in Focus

South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.Juba · Juba Read Article

African Dev. Bank Projects S. Sudan GDP Growth Amidst Oil Recovery Hopes

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – South Sudan’s economy is poised for significant growth in the coming years, with the African Development Bank (AfDB) projecting a 4.0 per cent increase in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2025. The African Development Bank made remarks as it unveiled South Sudan’s Focus Report 2025 in Juba on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. According to AfDB, this optimistic outlook is contingent on a rise in oil exports and the subsidin…Economy · Juba See the Story

South Sudan in Focus

South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.Juba · Juba Read Article

South Sudan in Focus

South Sudan in Focus airs at 7:30 pm in Juba (1630 UTC) and can be heard on FM stations throughout South Sudan, on shortwave, and on VOA’s 24-hour channel in Nairobi at 8:30 pm. The program is hosted by John Tanza in Washington D.C., and a network of reporters around South Sudan and in Washington.Juba · Juba Read Article

South Sudan: Free medical care by Indian peacekeepers gives hope to over 300 displaced people

South Sudan: Free medical care by Indian peacekeepers gives hope to over 300 displaced peopleSouth Sudan · South Sudan See the Story

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