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Disunity among critics will aid South Sudan government

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SOUTH SUDAN

Two years after the peace agreement, South Sudan is still at war -- and political, security, humanitarian and economic conditions are dire. Nevertheless, the balance of power…

Somali offensive against al-Shabaab faces setbacks

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SOMALIA

This follows multiple political and military setbacks in the FGS’s offensive against jihadist group al-Shabaab, which has delivered notable gains over the past year but is now at…

Algeria may struggle to expand influence in the Sahel

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SAHEL

Tebboune argues that Mali's money would be better spent on economic development and initiatives to integrate northern Malians better into state institutions. Algeria is concerned…

Kenya faces challenges in responding to Nairobi attack

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KENYA

The attack killed at least 21 people and injured 30, while security forces successfully evacuated roughly 700 others.

Somalia's emboldened president will remain embattled

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SOMALIA

President Mohammed Abdullahi ‘Farmajo’ appears emboldened after facing down a series of domestic political crises, including allegations of interference in the South-west state…

Multiple pressures may focus Chadian rebel activity

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CHAD

On March 5, Chad closed its border with Libya and applied heightened security restrictions in the north. This follows a major incursion in February by Chadian rebels from Libya…

Burundi crisis is set to escalate

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BURUNDI

Violence has increased significantly since President Pierre Nkurunziza was inaugurated in August. The country is under growing international spotlight as fears are growing that…

Sudan could become spoiler to South Sudan peace

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SUDAN

Khartoum's interests in South Sudan's peace deal.