Month: June 2026

The Democratic Republic of Congo has taken legal action at the International Court of Justice against Rwanda, accusing it of backing armed groups such as the AFC-M23 in the eastern part of its territory. The filing comes as 27 June marks exactly one year since Kinshasa and Kigali signed a peace agreement in Washington aimed at ending the war in eastern DRC. However, fighting continues in the region between the Congolese army and the AFC-M23 rebellion, which is backed by Rwanda. Separately, the United States has imposed sanctions on several…

Burkina Faso has formally announced the severance of diplomatic relations with France, a decision confirmed by the government in Ouagadougou. President Ibrahim Traoré, seen in a recent appearance on 18 June 2026 in the capital, presides over the West African nation as it takes this significant step. The move marks a notable shift in bilateral ties between Ouagadougou and Paris, reflecting growing strains in the relationship. Diplomatic sources indicate that the decision was communicated through official channels, though further details remain limited. This development comes amid broader regional realignments in…

The Société d’Énergie et d’Eau du Gabon (SEEG) has been split into two separate entities, yet the country’s fundamental energy challenges remain fully intact. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

Ph. droits tiers The Corniche border crossing, which connects Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to Gisenyi in Rwanda, has begun a gradual reopening after more than a week without any new active Ebola cases reported in the vicinity, according to local sources. In this initial phase, the measure targets specific categories of travelers, including those heading to Gisenyi for banking transactions, humanitarian workers traveling to Goma or continuing to Kigali for international flights, and individuals with urgent needs subject to immigration approval. Residents on both sides of…

One year after the peace agreement brokered by former US President Donald Trump between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, the situation on the ground remains tense. The accord, aimed at ending the M23 rebellion and restoring stability in eastern DRC, has yielded mixed results. While diplomatic channels have opened, the M23 group continues to hold parts of Goma, as seen in this image of a soldier patrolling the city streets. The deal’s effectiveness is now under scrutiny, with regional leaders calling for renewed commitment from all parties. By…

Bruno Genesio is on the verge of taking over at Olympique de Marseille, but a direct Ligue 1 competitor is reportedly working behind the scenes to sabotage the negotiations. The deal was progressing smoothly. Marseille and Bruno Genesio appeared close to an agreement when another Ligue 1 side stepped in to complicate matters. Sources indicate that a French top-flight club is doing everything it can to derail the move before Marseille can finalise the coach’s appointment. Pressure mounts from within the league The identity of the rival club has not…

The United States targets a Rwandan gold refinery accused of mineral contraband from the Democratic Republic of Congo Crédit photo, Getty Images The United States has imposed sanctions on a prominent Rwandan gold refinery, Gasabo Gold, and two of its top executives, citing accusations of illicit mineral smuggling from rebel-controlled territories within the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo). Washington alleges that this operation, described as a sophisticated “network,” is collaborating directly with the M23 rebel group. The M23 faction currently exerts control over significant areas in the DR…