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Politics may aggravate Congo’s security challenges

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CONGO-KINSHASA

A new mission organised by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) is now expected to arrive but is unlikely to do so before the EACRF departs.

Hard-line tactics may entrench Congo’s M23 crisis

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CONGO-KINSHASA

However, the M23 -- the rebel group that dominates current headlines-- remained excluded. This follows a November 23 summit in Luanda that in effect demanded the M23’s…

Uneven peace deal may help end Ethiopia’s war

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ETHIOPIA

The agreement expects a cessation of hostilities, disarmament and demobilisation of TPLF combatants, an interim regional administration and the restoration of basic services and…

Central African Republic peace deal needs executing

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CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC

The accord, the full contents of which are still not public, differs from previous deals in that it follows the first direct talks between the parties and because the government…

CAR national dialogue anchors fragile stability hopes

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CAR

However, the Coalition of Patriots for Change (CPC) rebellion remains active, while key opposition figures have been targeted with legal pressures.

Somali president’s term extension risks instability

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SOMALIA

The move has provoked strong criticism from opposition groups, civil society organisations and foreign donors, as elections are already long overdue.

Flaws may undermine fragile South Sudan peace process

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SOUTH SUDAN

The warring parties in September signed the latest in a string of peace deals to end five years of civil war. However, one month in, fighting continues and many are gloomy about…

Burundi will maintain pressure on the armed opposition

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BURUNDI

The Burundian presence will further exacerbate local tensions in the DRC and illustrates that hardliners continue to control Burundi’s government.