Africa: All of Africa Today - March 3, 2026
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by info@allafrica.com (allAfrica)March 3, 2026
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Rwanda has strongly condemned U.S. sanctions targeting its military leaders, accusing Washington of bias in the context of the eastern DR Congo conflict. The Rwandan government argues that these measures unfairly single out their side of the agreement, while the Congolese government and its coalition forces continue to engage in aggressive tactics, including drone attacks and ground offensives. The U.S. Treasury's sanctions against the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and four senior commanders were met with rejection, as Rwanda claims they distort the reality of the situation. This move has raised tensions between Rwanda and the United States, potentially complicating regional stability efforts in East Africa.
In South Sudan, violence has escalated dramatically, with at least 169 people killed in an attack attributed to SPLA-IO forces. The victims included senior officials, and reports indicate mass graves due to security concerns. The UN has issued warnings about the country's risk of relapsing into full-scale civil war, as violence intensifies between government and opposition factions. In Jonglei state, MSF reported that 26 staff members went missing amid clashes, highlighting the alarming humanitarian situation.
Zimbabwe has launched a significant prisoner release program under President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa's
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Originally published on AllAfrica on 3/3/2026