Carol Guensburg

Explainer: What's Behind the Rising Conflict in Eastern DRC

Complex mix of geopolitics, ethnic and national rivalries, and competition over the region's natural resources is fueling the violence

Explainer: What’s Behind the Rising Conflict in Eastern DRC?

It’s fueled by a complex mix of geopolitics, ethnic and national rivalries, and competition over the region’s abundant natural resources

In Tanzania, Hope Rises for a Better Journalism Climate

Tanzania’s president has called for a review of the East African country’s media laws and regulations to ensure greater protection for journalists and media openness

Humanitarians Cheer Generous Aid to Ukraine but Fear Cost to Other Crises

Aid groups worry that resources and diplomatic support will be diverted from other vulnerable communities around the world

Three African Women to Receive Courage Awards 

Winners from South Africa, Liberia and Libya will be among the dozen women celebrated by the US State Department in Monday ceremony   

Basketball Africa League's 2nd Season Begins

BAL has expanded to 12 club teams, with 38 games scheduled over the next three months

Russia Steadily Rebuilding Presence in Africa

In Putin’s quest for influence, military and trade expand, and a second Russia-Africa summit is taking shape

Russia Strengthening Its Africa Connections

Western powers raise concerns about Moscow’s tactics and goals. VOA’s Carol Guensburg reports. Contributor: Danila, Joad. Videographer: Betty Ayoub

Have Refugee Camps Escaped Mass COVID Infections? 

With no reported major outbreaks, health experts call for continued caution against transmission, more equitable vaccine distribution and more study of protective factors

Low Vaccination Rates a Concern Amid African COVID Surge

Limited access to vaccines, misinformation and competing priorities contribute to the continent's low vaccination rates

Former Uganda Street Kid Finds Fulfillment as US Foster Dad

At age 10, Peter Mutabazi left an abusive home to fend for himself on Kampala’s streets; a stranger’s kindness led to schooling, opportunity abroad and a new life helping other youngsters

Somali American Lawmaker in Minnesota Sees Role as Bridge Builder

Lingering tensions over race, policing and pandemic response pose stress tests for Omar Fateh’s bridging efforts

Nigerian American Presses Case for DC Statehood

Pharmacist Oye Owolewa, elected as ‘shadow’ representative, strives to improve life for Washingtonians

Liberia Native Finds Her Footing as New Colorado Lawmaker

Wisconsin Legislator From Gambia Measures Success by Others’ Access

Samba Baldeh, new to state Assembly, says he holds himself 'accountable to make this world a better place'

Housing Issues Hit Home for New Minnesota Lawmaker

Esther Agbaje, daughter of Nigerian immigrants, relishes chance to make an impact in her native state

Press Freedom Advocates Update Charter to Address New Challenges  

Revised Windhoek Declaration promotes news media’s economic viability, media literacy training, internet companies’ transparency — and journalist safety

A 51st US State? Advocates See Possibility for DC

January 6 attack on US Capitol gives momentum to long-fought effort for voting rights, autonomy

A 51st US State? Advocates See Possibility for Washington DC

January 6 attack on Capitol has given momentum to long effort to give DC voting rights and autonomy

Ebola Expert Calls for Vigilance Amid Outbreaks

Given lethality, ‘the priority is first Ebola and then COVID,’ Congolese epidemiologist warns