2010 Civil War

The 2010 Civil War in Angola was a conflict between the ruling MPLA government and the opposition UNITA rebels. Although a peace treaty was signed in 2002 ending decades of war, clashes resumed in 2010 over political power, control of resources, and regional influence. The conflict caused displacement, instability, and disrupted development efforts. Military confrontations mainly occurred in rural areas, leading to casualties and humanitarian issues. The war underscored ongoing political tensions and the challenges of fully implementing peace agreements, emphasizing the fragile nature of Angola’s peace and the importance of reconciliation and reconstruction efforts.