War Against LRA Looms in Congo
Government troops look set to take on Ugandan rebels who terrorise and plunder Congolese villagers.
Tsvangirai Pulls Out of Ballot Amid Growing Violence
Opposition leader refuses to take part in what he calls a war, as ZANU-PF militias prowl the streets.
Ituri Case Revives Village Horrors
Bogoro villagers relive alleged massacre at the centre of ICC case against militia leaders.
ZANU-PF Deadly Serious About Retaining Power
President Robert Mugabe makes it clear he will stay in power even if that means civil war.
Low Expectations of Mbeki Visit
South African president’s track-record as mediator inspires little confidence among Zimbabweans as he makes another attempt to forge a deal.
Nkunda Rebuffs ICC Over Indictee
Rebel leader refuses to hand over indicted deputy Bosco Ntaganda to the war crimes court.
Mugabe Turns Screw on Rights Activists and Lawyers
New wave of repression as Mugabe prepares for second round of leadership contest.
Lubanga Trial Hangs in the Balance
ICC judges will decide shortly whether troubled case against the DRC warlord should continue.
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