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Why Africa's regional blocs are failing to resolve crises

Eddy Micah Jr. | Isaac Kaledzi
February 7, 2025

Following an East African Community (EAC) meeting on the escalating DRC conflict, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) held an extraordinary summit. SADC is committed to peace after at least 16 troops were killed in clashes with M23 fighters. Why are regional blocs like EAC and SADC struggling to restore stability in Africa?

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