South Africans cast votes in pivotal municipal elections amid regional tensions
Millions of South Africans are voting in crucial municipal elections, testing the ruling ANC's local governance strength. Meanwhile, Ethiopia has expelled six Sudanese diplomats over allegations of drone strikes by the RSF launched from its territory, intensifying regional tensions and humanitarian crises.
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Millions of South Africans are voting in key municipal elections, a significant test for the ruling African National Congress (ANC) to maintain its influence in local governments.
Simultaneously, Ethiopia has expelled six Sudanese diplomats amid accusations that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are using Ethiopian territory to launch drone strikes. This development comes as Ethiopia faces a deepening humanitarian crisis with renewed fighting displacing thousands.
These events underscore ongoing political and security challenges in the Horn of Africa, with implications for regional stability.