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At least 9 al-Shabaab terrorists killed during intelligence operation in Somalia

At least 9 al-Shabaab terrorists killed during intelligence operation in Somalia

During operation in Lower Shabelle region, 6 heavy engines used by al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorist group to manufacture explosives also destroyed, says Intelligence and Security Agency

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Central African Republic’s Touadera sworn in for third term
30.03.2026

Central African Republic’s Touadera sworn in for third term

Touadera to rule for seven-year term under a 2023 constitutional change which increased term of office

African Union urges peaceful dialogue in Somalia amid federal government, South West state tensions
29.03.2026

African Union urges peaceful dialogue in Somalia amid federal government, South West state tensions

Bloc ‘stands ready to support dialogue and reconciliation,’ says statement

Republic of Congo’s top court validates reelection of President Nguesso
29.03.2026

Republic of Congo’s top court validates reelection of President Nguesso

Constitutional Court rejects request for annulment of March 15 presidential election filed by opposition candidate

M23 rebels withdraw from several positions in eastern DR Congo: Report
27.03.2026

M23 rebels withdraw from several positions in eastern DR Congo: Report

North Kivu Governor Evariste Kakule Somo says he observed 'effective withdrawal' from several areas, including Lunyasenge, Bukununu, Musiya, Katondi, and Kipese towns

South Africa seeks to expand infrastructural partnership with China: Deputy president
27.03.2026

South Africa seeks to expand infrastructural partnership with China: Deputy president

Paul Mashatile says for three decades his country’s bilateral relationship with China has grown in depth, scope and strategic importance