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Somalia: Somali Government Faces Mounting Criticism As Its 4-Year Term Nears End

Mogadishu, Aug 20 -- Somalia's federal government, led by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is facing growing accusations of rights violations, forced evictions, and misuse...

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Nigeria: Nigerians Urged to Embrace Proper Knowledge in E-Trading to Avoid Financial Losses

The Regional Manager of Vantage Markets Africa, Mr. Ted Odigie, has advised Nigerians to acquire proper education and knowledge of e-trading before investing,...

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Rwanda: Ferwafa Elections – Who’s Who in the Committee Running for Office?

With just 10 days to the August 30 FERWAFA elections, the spotlight is on nine candidates vying for executive committee positions, led by...

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Nigeria: Traxport, Vecturis Sign Investment Agreement to Transform Freight Rail in Nigeria

Abuja -- Traxport Rail Services Ltd, a Nigerian rail freight company focused on delivering efficient and modern logistics solutions, has announced the signing...

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Eritrea: Seminar Focusing On Cultural Heritage and Identity

Asmara, 19 August 2025 - The Commission of Culture and Sports organized a seminar on cultural heritage and identity for over 150 members of...

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Eritrea: Seminar Focusing On Cultural Heritage and Identity

Asmara, 19 August 2025 - The Commission of Culture and Sports organized a seminar on cultural heritage and identity for over 150 members of...

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Nigeria: Femi Otedola’s New Book Breaks Into Amazon Bestseller Chart Within 24 Hours

Barely a day after its release, Femi Otedola's new book, "Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business," has surged onto Amazon's bestseller...

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Nigeria: Femi Otedola’s New Book Breaks Into Amazon Bestseller Chart Within 24 Hours

Barely a day after its release, Femi Otedola's new book, "Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business," has surged onto Amazon's bestseller...

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Tanzania: Tanzania Unveils Strategic Projects to Gain From the EACOP Project

Geita -- THE Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Engineer Felchesmi Mramba, has announced that among the strategic projects being implemented in...

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Uganda: Govt Launches Affordable Electricity Connection Scheme in Kiboga

The government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), has launched a nationwide initiative...

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Uganda: Police Recover Shs900m in Eight Months in Crackdown On Gold Scams

Ugandan police have said they have recovered Shs900 million ($240,000) from 56 suspects implicated in elaborate gold scams that have been targeting local...

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Ethiopia: Ethiopian Icon Debebe Eshetu Laid to Rest

Addis Ababa -- The legendary Ethiopian artist Debebe Eshetu was laid to rest this afternoon at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Addis...

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Ethiopia: Ethiopian Icon Debebe Eshetu Laid to Rest

Addis Ababa -- The legendary Ethiopian artist Debebe Eshetu was laid to rest this afternoon at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Addis...

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Southern Africa: SADC People’s Summit Demands End to Debt, Elitist Development Model

Civil society groups and grassroots movements across Southern Africa have accused regional leaders of pursuing an elitist development agenda that entrenches inequality and displaces...

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Zimbabwe: Zifa, Orlando Pirates Mourn Death of Striker Tendai Ndoro

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has paid tribute to former Warriors striker Tendai Ndoro, who has died at the age of...

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Nigeria: NCAA Summons Cabin Crew, Emmanson for Investigation Over Ibom Air Incident

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has invitated Ms. Comfort Emmanson and the Ibom Air cabin crew members for continued investigation over the August...

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Nigeria: All Phones Must Be Switched Off During Flight Take-Off, Landing – NCAA

Following the two recent incidents of passengers' unruly behaviour at the nation's airports, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced that all mobile...

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Egypt: Egypt Electricity, Petroleum Ministries Coordinate to Boost Efficiency, Localise Industry

Egypt's electricity and petroleum ministers agreed on Tuesday to step up cooperation on improving power generation efficiency, reducing fuel use and localising energy-related...

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Nigeria: Support Media With Tax Incentives, Relief On Import Duties, Soneye Urges Govt

*Says tax reliefs, independent fund for journalism key to media...

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Ethiopia: Amnesty Urges Ethiopia to Drop Proposed CSO Law Amendments, Warns of ‘Total Closure’ of Civic Space

Addis Abeba -- Amnesty International has called on Ethiopian authorities to immediately withdraw proposed amendments to the Civil Society Organizations (CSO) Proclamation, warning...

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Africa: World Humanitarian Day – AU Commission Chairperson Pays Tribute to Humanitarian Workers

On World Humanitarian Day, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, honoured the courage and sacrifice of humanitarian workers...

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Uganda: Uganda Airlines Officials Snub Cosase Meeting Amid Procurement Scrutiny

Uganda Airlines officials have come under intense scrutiny from the Parliamentary Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities, and State Enterprises (COSASE) over allegations of...

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Sudan: Kamil Idris Chairs Currency Control and Related Economic Issues Committee’s Meeting

Port Sudan -- Transitional Prime Minister Dr. Kamil Idris chaired a meeting of the Currency Control and Related Economic Issues Committee on Tuesday evening...

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Sudan: Prime Minister Praises National Team’s Qualification for CHAN Quarterfinals

Port Sudan, August 19, 2025 (SUNA) - Prime Minister Dr. Kamil Idris said that the national football team's qualification for the quarterfinals of the...

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Nigeria: 3 More Bodies Recovered From Sokoto Boat Accident

Three additional bodies from remaining twenty-six (26) victims involved in Sunday capsized boat at Kojiyo Village in Goronyo Local Government Area Sokoto State, were...

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Egypt: Egypt, Japan Sign 12 Agreements to Boost Investment, Trade Ties

Egypt and Japan signed 12 agreements and memoranda of understanding on Monday on education, renewable energy, industrial development, green economy, tourism, and technology,...

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South Africa: Climate Protesters Demand Reparations From Standard Bank for Fossil Fuel Investments

They also want TotalEnergies to stop further fossil fuel extraction in...

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