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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  Jul 17, 2024

Conflict-Driven Deforestation Devastates Mount Nyiragongo Slopes in DRC

Ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly from the M23 militia insurgency, has led to severe deforestation in the Mount Nyiragongo area and the Virunga National Park, displacing over 1.7 million people....

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  Jul 16, 2024

Malawi Declares End to Devastating Cholera Outbreak

Malawi has officially declared the end of the country's worst cholera outbreak, which began in March 2022 and claimed nearly 2,000 lives....

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  Jul 16, 2024

Fragile Humanitarian Truce Bombardment in DRC Kills Four

A bombardment in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) killed two children and two teenagers, despite a humanitarian truce between Kinshasa and the M23 rebel group....

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  Jul 16, 2024

Gambia's Parliament Upholds Ban on Female Genital Mutilation

Gambia's parliament on Monday rejected a bill that sought to overturn the country's ban on female genital mutilation (FGM)....

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  Jul 06, 2024

U.S. to Complete Withdrawal from Niger Air Base, Plans Exit from Drone Base

The U.S. is set to complete its withdrawal of forces and equipment from an air base in Niamey, Niger's capital, on Sunday, with a joint ceremony marking the occasion....

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  Jul 05, 2024

China Condemns Attack in Congo, Confirms Death of Citizens

China confirmed on Thursday that at least 6 of its citizens have died and several others are missing following an attack by armed militia in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)....

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