anti-balaka
Violent Attacks Across Central African Republic Highlight Limitations of International Response
Peacekeepers in the CAR are hard-pressed to protect civilians amid continued fighting between predominantly Muslim Seleka rebels and Christian and animist self-defense groups.
Sectarian Violence Flares in the Central African Republic, Killing At Least 12
Heavy fighting in the Central African Republic capital of Bangui has killed at least 12 people, including a UN peacekeeper, in the worst violence since a ceasefire was signed in July.
Central African Republic Bans Text Messages
Residents have been using SMS to send texts encouraging people to take to the streets and protest against the current government.
Meet the Man Who Rescues Child Soldiers
There are more than 6,000 child soldiers in the Central African Republic, including girls held as sex slaves. Souleymane Diatabé saves them.
In Central African Republic Drama, Chadian Forces Play a Savage Role
Criticized for their pro-Muslim bias and violence, withdrawing Chadian forces have battled Christian anti-balaka militias in CAR.
UN to Send Peacekeepers to Central African Republic... 5 Months from Now
Seen as an important step in stabilizing the region, the UN force will probably not arrive until mid-September due to logistical reasons.
The War in the Central African Republic
Over the past year, thousands across CAR have been killed and nearly a million have been displaced.
Militias In the Central African Republic Are Using Black Magic to Protect Them From Rockets
A witch doctor told VICE News that his magical necklaces work just fine, as long as you avoid touching women while they’re on their period.
The Devil Tried to Divide Us: War in the Central African Republic (Part 5 of 5)
Under attack by Chadian African Union Forces in the Central African Republic
The Devil Tried to Divide Us: War in the Central African Republic (Part 4 of 5)
Fear spreads across the CAR as violence continues without rest.
The Devil Tried to Divide Us: War in the Central African Republic (Part 3 of 5)
Religious conflict in the CAR escalates as we meet the Séléka.