Central african republic News

Central African Republic coup sparks refugee crisis

The situation in the Central African Republic becomes more dire as thousands flee the widespread lawlessness that has followed the recent rebel victory.

In the Media by Ryan Donnelly

Is Seleka using child soldiers in Central African Republic?

Bangui - Alleged use of child soldiers by rebel coalition Seleka in Central African Republic is making the headlines as South African soldiers are reporting what they witnessed in Bangui.

In the Media by Thomas Haeflin

CAR president turns up in Cameroon after rebels seize Bangui

Bangui - The deposed president of the Central African Republic, who fled the capital Bangui as rebels seized control of the presidential palace on Saturday, has taken refuge in neighboring Cameroon.

In the Media by Brett Wilkins

Op-Ed: Rebels reported to have seized presidential palace in CAR

Bangui - Rebels in the Central African Republic are now reported to have seized the presidential palace after heavy fighting. Residents reported that gunfire could be heard in a number of parts of the city and that there was extensive looting of businesses.

In the Media by Ken Hanly

Rebels in Central African Republic nearing capital

Bangui - Rebels in the Central African Republic have now advanced to within 75km of the capital, Bangui, according to recent reports. The United Nations is evacuating all non-essential staff from the country as the situation deteriorates.

In the Media by Ken Hanly - 1 comment

Central African Republic rebels gain key positions in government

On Sunday, the Central African Republic’s (CAR) Prime Minister, Nicolas Tiangaye, unveiled a national unity government as part of a power-sharing agreement with the Seleka rebel coalition.

In the Media by Raluca Besliu - 1 comment

South Africa sends troops to Central African Republic

Bangui - South Africa has deployed 400 soldiers to the troubled Central African Republic, where a rebellion threatens to overthrow the elected government.

In the Media by Christopher Szabo - 2 comments

Rebels in the Central African Republic approach the capital

The Seleka rebel coalition in the Central African Republic (CAR) seized the city of Sibut, continuing its rapid advance to Bangui, the capital city.

In the Media by Raluca Besliu - 8 comments

Rebels in the Central African Republic seize key city

In its offensive against President Francois Bozize, the Seleka rebel coalition in the Central African Republic (CAR) has seized the key city of Bambari on Sunday, situated at a crossroads between diamond mining sites and routes to the east.

In the Media by Raluca Besliu

Army, Rebels, Clash in Central African Republic

Fighting has broken out between government forces and rebels in the Central African Republic. The Convention of Patriots for Justice and Peace (CPJP) rebels claim they have killed 24 soldiers.

In the Media by Christopher Szabo - 2 comments

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