Rwanda has accused Belgium of undermining it constantly and cut diplomatic ties. Brussels is leading calls for the European Union to sanction Kigali over its support for the rebel group at the centre of crisis in DR Congo — the M23. Josey Mahachi talks to Fredrick Golooba Mutebi, a researcher on the Great Lakes region and DW's correspondent Nasra Bishumba in Rwanda.

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Stakeholders in the fight against human trafficking in Cameroon are alarmed by the scale of the issue after security forces rescued 100 children from traffickers in the country's western region. Victims' testimonies highlight the dark side of trafficking.

Nigeria's drug agency (NAFDAC) is cracking down on counterfeit medicines, advocating life imprisonment and the death penalty for those involved in their trade. Recently, NAFDAC seized and destroyed fake drugs worth 100 billion naira. The infiltration of these medicines into pharmacies, markets and hospitals endangers lives and erodes trust in healthcare.

M23 fighters, backed by Rwanda, have captured Goma and Bukavu in the DR Congo, controlling all commercial points to Rwanda. With Western sanctions about to hit Rwanda for supporting M23 rebels, Rwandans are bracing for impact.

Kenyan President William Ruto's contributions of 20 million Kenyan shillings to the Jesus Winner Ministry and the African Inland Church Fellowship-Annex have stirred controversy. Critics argue these donations blur church-state lines, while supporters claim they reflect a leader committed to faith and community.

Governments are cracking down on climate protests. They say activists have crossed the line into extremism. But history shows resistance only adapts. As repression intensifies, will it crush the movement - or make it stronger?