Will a new leader and new name boost the rebellion in eastern Congo? Much of the rebel leadership remains in place. Kabila takes over as president vice presidents backed by two vice presidents.
PRIME From Zimbabwe to Rwanda and Somalia: Our crazy love affair with land will kill us By Charles Onyango-Obbo
PRIME Kabila’s alliance with M23 rebels upends DR Congo fragile peace deals The former head of state’s rapprochement with rebel’s leaders marks a major political break and gives a new dimension to his opposition to Tshisekedi.
PRIME Burhan commits to Trump-led peace efforts in Sudan The change of tone could signal acceptance that war won’t end without diplomacy, or a result of mounting pressure from Washington.
PRIME EAC seeks $45m for production of medicines, vaccines The commitments were announced after Berlin talks focused on pandemic preparedness and response, climate financing, regional integration and investment promotion.
