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Security - 19 December 2025
JNIM Claims Deadly Attacks on Kaya Military Posts
Kaya, North-Central Region, December 13, 2025 - JNIM announced two coordinated attacks on Burkinabe military posts in Fissila and Founsa, resulting in the death of at least one soldier.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
GSIM Attack in Fada N’Gourma Claims 10 Militia Lives
Fada N’Gourma, Eastern Region, December 17, 2025 - GSIM announced an attack on a Burkinabe militia post in Selguin, resulting in the deaths of 10 militia members.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
AFC/M23 Fighters Deploy Warships in South Kivu Combat
South Kivu, DRC - December 21-22, 2025
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
JNIM Attack in Bandiagara: Central Mali Security Tensions Continue
Mopti, December 17, 2025 - The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has claimed control of a militia camp allied with the Malian army near Bandiagara in the Mopti region.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
JNIM Claims Multiple Militia Deaths in Boucle du Mouhoun Attacks
Didougou, Boucle du Mouhoun, December 16, 2025 - JNIM reported two separate attacks on Burkinabè militia posts in the Boucle du Mouhoun region.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
Burundi: Congolese Refugees Seeking to Return Home Allegedly Beaten and Killed
Gatumba/Bujumbura - December 21, 2025
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
Flag Presentation to Rapid Intervention Battalions: Strengthening Mali’s Rapid Response Capabilities
Sénou, December 19, 2025 - Minister of Defense Sadio Camara presided over the flag presentation ceremony for the first Rapid Intervention Battalions (BIR) at Air Base 101 in Sénou.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 19 December 2025
JNIM Launches Deadly Attack on Gendarmerie Post in Yatenga
Yatenga, Northern Region, December 17, 2025 - JNIM militants carried out a deadly assault on the gendarmerie post in Namissiguima, Yatenga province, on the evening of December 17, 2025.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Security - 18 December 2025
Cholera and Hunger Claim Lives of Dozens of Congolese Refugees in Burundi
More than 40 Congolese refugees who fled renewed fighting in South Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), have died in the Gatumba makeshift camp in Burundi, according to local Congolese officials.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 18 December 2025
JNIM Escalates Recruitment and Control Measures in Mouhoun Loop
Mouhoun Loop, December 2025 - The militant group JNIM has reportedly intensified its recruitment efforts in the Mouhoun Loop region, imposing strict measures on local populations.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 18 December 2025
AFC/M23 Declares Unilateral Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Attacks by Kinshasa Forces
Kinshasa, DR Congo - December 19, 2025 - The Congo River Alliance (AFC/M23) announced a unilateral ceasefire on Friday, citing a spirit of responsibility and a desire to provide a genuine opportunity for the restoration…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Security - 18 December 2025
JNIM Claims Attack on Timbuktu-Goundam Road: Military Vehicle Destroyed
Timbuktu, December 21, 2025 - JNIM has claimed responsibility for an attack on a Malian army and African Infantry Corps (AFRI) military truck on the road connecting Timbuktu to Goundam.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read