December 4, 2025

Trump to Host Historic Peace Deal Signing Between DR Congo and Rwanda Leaders in Washington

US President Donald Trump will host a peace deal signing between DR Congo and Rwanda leaders in Washington. The deal aims to end the long conflict fueled by rebel fighting in eastern DR Congo. Key leaders Felix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame will endorse the accord amid rising tensions.

December 4, 2025

Uganda stops granting asylum to Eritrean, Somali and Ethiopian refugees over funding crisis

Uganda says no more refugee status will be given to new arrivals from Eritrea, Somalia, and Ethiopia due to a severe funding shortage. Nearly 2 million refugees live in Uganda, but aid cuts threaten vital services.

December 4, 2025

Supreme Court Warns States Against Frivolous Criminal Prosecution Impacting Fair Trial Rights

The Supreme Court cautioned states against filing weak criminal cases that lack a strong chance of conviction. It highlighted the harm to citizens' fair process rights and the court’s burden. The judgment arose from a voyeurism case where charges were dismissed due to lack of evidence.

December 4, 2025

Meta Kicks Australian Kids Off Instagram, Facebook Ahead of Teen Social Media Ban

Meta has begun removing Australian users under 16 from Instagram, Facebook, and Threads before Australia's new social media ban starts on December 10. Around 500,000 accounts will be affected as the government aims to shield children from online harms.

December 4, 2025

Hong Kong Fire Deaths Rise to 159; Scaffolding Mesh Must Be Removed by Saturday

Hong Kong’s deadly apartment fire death toll climbs to 159. Officials order removal of all scaffolding mesh by Saturday. Police continue investigations and arrests.