Daybreak Africa: Clashes in eastern DR Congo injure dozens, displaces thousands - January 16, 2025

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On Daybreak Africa: Dozens more people have been injured and many displaced in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in recent clashes between the Congolese army and M23 fighters, local sources and NGOs said. Plus, Burkina Faso’s military leader bans the use of colonial-style wigs by judges. Botswana records grim statistics on gender-based violence. Mozambique’s president is sworn in amid tight security and protests. The son of a former Malawi president will explain why he is running for the same high office this year. The Nigeria-America Chamber of Commerce appeals to incoming Trump administration to renew AGOA and PEPFA. President Biden welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. We’ll have an analysis of the ceasefire agreement. Joe Biden also delivers his final speech as president from the White House. For these and more, tune in to Daybreak Africa!