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New fighting in Congo heightens fears of escalation

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CONGO-KINSHASA

Although the Congolese and Rwandan militaries are not officially involved yet, an escalation of the hostilities could unravel the limited diplomatic progress that has been made in…

Congo’s president faces challenging AU chairmanship

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AFRICA/CONGO-KINSHASA

The appointment is a major coup for a president who is committed to building his diplomatic credentials, but comes at a very turbulent time in both African and Congolese affairs.

Doubts grow over reforms for Africa's fragile states

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AFRICA

International state-building aid and interventions in Africa.

M23’s return will complicate Congo’s security outlook

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The fighting triggered a UN helicopter crash and cross-border clashes with Ugandan troops. The M23 is famous for conquering North Kivu’s capital, Goma, during a 2012-13 rebellion…

Prospects for East Africa and the Great Lakes in 2020

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PROSPECTS 2020

Prospects for East Africa and the Great Lakes in 2020.

Burundi crisis will pose risks for the wider region

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BURUNDI

Regional risks posed by the crisis in Burundi.

Regional Congo security plan may disappoint and divide

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The initiative has already seen talks begin between the Congolese government and various armed groups. It also foresees a regional military intervention to tackle ‘negative’…

Prospects for African politics to end-2019

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PROSPECTS H2 2019

Prospects for African politics to end-2019.

Congo and Rwanda will struggle to unwind M23 tensions

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CONGO-KINSHASA/RWANDA

Despite the announcement, the two sides continue to trade accusations, while military confrontations intensify on the ground.

Rwanda will prioritise regional issues

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RWANDA

Rwandan foreign relations.