James Nkonomo

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James Nkonomo is a journalist. Currently serving as the Central Africa Correspondent for The African Exponent. He specializes in a wide range of stories from the region, covering all stories stories.

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  Aug 07, 2024

U.S. Pledges $414 Million in Humanitarian Aid to Democratic Republic of Congo

The United States has announced a significant boost in humanitarian aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), pledging nearly $414 million to address the country's dire humanitarian crisis....

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  Aug 05, 2024

Mali Severs Diplomatic Relations with Ukraine Over Alleged Support for Rebel Attack

Mali announced it is cutting diplomatic ties with Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of involvement in a deadly attack that killed dozens of Russian Wagner mercenaries and Malian soldiers in late July....

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  Aug 03, 2024

Accusations Fly as Tunisia's Presidential Election Marred by Allegations of Intimidation and Restrictions

Opposition parties, presidential candidates, and human rights organizations have leveled serious accusations against the authorities, claiming the use of "arbitrary restrictions" and intimidation tactics to secure the re-election of incumbent President Kais Saied....

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  Aug 02, 2024

Deadly Clash in Northern Mali: Separatists Claim Heavy Casualties Among Wagner Group and Government Forces

The Strategic Framework for the Defense of the People of Azawad (CSP-DPA), a separatist alliance, claims to have killed 84 Wagner fighters and 47 Malian soldiers during three days of intense fighting near the Algerian border....

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  Aug 02, 2024

Nigeria on Edge: Police on Red Alert as Protests Turn Deadly, Military Assistance Possible

The Inspector General of Nigerian Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced late Thursday that law enforcement has been placed on red alert following clashes that left at least three people dead....

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  Aug 01, 2024

Guinea's Former Military Ruler Sentenced to 20 Years for 2009 Stadium Massacre

Former Guinean military ruler Moussa Dadis Camara was sentenced to 20 years in prison for crimes against humanity related to the 2009 stadium massacre in Conakry....

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