Tensions Over Abyei Growing
Contested oil-rich region may trigger renewed conflict between north and south.
Kalma Outrage Victims Demand Investigation
They say an ICC probe would deter further attacks on the internal refugee camp.
Bukavu Vigilantes Burn Robbers Alive
Fed up with ineffectual police and judges, residents say they resort to extreme violence to scare off criminals.
MDC Outrage Over Top Judicial Appointment
Opposition say they were not consulted as they should have been over selection of attorney-general.
Comment: Solving the Kivu Equation
Region’s troubles caused by internal and external factors – a solution must take both into account.
Assault on LRA – Hopes and Fears
Offensive said to be aimed at pushing rebel leader back to peace talks, but northerners fear consequences if it fails.
Pretoria Hopes of Government Deal Dampened
Mugabe gazettes constitutional amendment legitimising new authorities, but MDC says they never gave the go-ahead.
Mugabe Ups Ante With Election Call
President suggests poll as way of breaking the current political impasse, but some dismiss it as brinkmanship.
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