US military and partners engage in major exercise in Kenya
Justified Accord 2025 military exercise gathers 1,300 personnel in East Africa to improve regional security.
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Interpol captures ISIS and al-Shabaab members across East Africa
Interpol and Afripol conducted a joint counter-terrorism operation across eight East African countries, resulting in the arrest of 37 suspected terrorists, including members of ISIS, al-Shabaab, and foreign terrorist fighters.
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Interpol arrests 37 suspected terrorists across East Africa
In East Africa, Kenyan authorities detained 17 individuals, including two suspected ISIS members
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M23 rebels gain ground in DR Congo as peace talks collapse
Fighting has resumed in eastern DR Congo between the Congolese army and M23 rebels, despite a recent attempt at a peace summit.
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DR Congo conflict looms as East African leaders meet
Despite the urgent need for a resolution, the absence of Congolese President Tshisekedi and the early departure of Rwandan President Kagame raised concerns about the effectiveness of the summit.
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Turkish firm wins Uganda’s railway contract
Turkish construction firm, Yapi Merkezi, has won the contract to build Uganda’s 272-kilometer standard gauge railway.
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Rwanda launches vaccination drive to combat Marburg virus
East Africa is facing a Marburg virus crisis, with Rwanda leading the charge in vaccination efforts to contain the outbreak and save lives.
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Ethiopia and Egypt clash over Somalia as new AU mission looms
Ethiopia expresses concerns about the potential destabilizing effects of the new AU mission in Somalia, particularly following Egypt’s military aid to the country.
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Intelligence chiefs vow to counter OLA threat in East Africa
Ethiopian and Kenyan intelligence chiefs have vowed to work together to combat the growing threat posed by the OLA terrorist group in the region.
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South Sudan overrides court, mandates cargo seals
South Sudan has imposed mandatory cargo sealing despite a court challenge from traders.
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