Burundi troops deploy in east DRC, as UK pauses most aid
Burundi troops -- allies of Kinshasa -- were still deploying Tuesday in east DR Congo, as the UK announced it was suspending most direct bilateral aid to Rwanda over an offensive by M23 fighters that UN experts say is supported by soldiers from the east African nation.
UK suspends aid to Rwanda over eastern DR Congo conflict
Keir Starmer’s government warns of further sanctions unless Kigali withdraws troops from its east African neighbour
UK suspends some financial aid to Rwanda over violence in eastern Congo
U.K. authorities are punishing Rwanda over its support of the rebels who now control two major cities in eastern Congo
Rwanda criticises UK for 'taking sides' in DR Congo crisis
The government of Rwanda has called out the United Kingdom for taking sides in the eastern DR Congo crisis, following the European country's announcement of possible sanctions against Rwanda over allegations of supporting the M23 rebels.
Britain set to sanction Rwanda over Congo conflict
Britain is set to impose sanctions on Rwanda in response to the ongoing conflict in neighbouring Congo, according to a UK Foreign Office minister. ・UK is preparing to impose sanctions on Rwanda due to the conflict in Congo.
UK will impose sanctions on Rwanda 'soon' in response to Congo conflict
Britain will introduce sanctions soon against Rwanda over fighting in neighbouring Congo, a minister in the UK Foreign Office told Reuters on Monday.Asked if Britain would impose sanctions on Rwanda,
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War in eastern Congo: Thousands seek refuge in Burundi
With people fleeing an escalating war between M23 rebels and Congolese government forces, the United Nations now fears a ...
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IRC launches emergency response as over 40,000 refugees from DRC arrive in Burundi
As thousands of Congolese refugees flee ongoing violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), today, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is launching this week an emergency response in ...
Burundi troops withdraw in eastern Congo as M23 rebels expand reach, sources say
Burundi is withdrawing its forces from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where they had been fighting against M23 rebels, ...
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Burundi, Uganda manoeuvre as DR Congo violence spreads
Countries bordering the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo sought to shore up defences on Wednesday as violence spreads ...
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Burundi Faces Influx of Refugees Amid Congo Crisis
Burundi faces a worsening humanitarian crisis as over 40,000 refugees flee from conflict-ridden Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Latest Dollar to Burundi Franc Rate and Live USD/BIF Data
Q: What is the Dollar worth against the Burundi Franc? A: One Dollar is worth 2956.4472 Burundi Franc today Q: Is the Dollar going up or down against the Burundi Franc? A: Today's exchange rate ...
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Burundi is losing its trees: How to break heavy charcoal use and tree clearing through climate reforms
Burundi faces serious climate and environmental challenges. The biggest is the country's overdependence on the use of biomass (firewood). The second is outdated agricultural practices that have ...
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Burundi's Alleged Troop Withdrawal Stirs Tensions amid M23 Rebel Advances
Claims of Burundi withdrawing troops from eastern Congo amid M23 rebel advances create tension, with Burundian military denying such moves. The UN accuses M23 of executing children, worsening civilian ...
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Burundi Ambassador explores trade and investment ties with Chris Hani District
The Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) is hosting Burundi’s Ambassador to South Africa, His Excellency Alexis Bukuru, on ...