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Zambia: Democratic Senators Press State Department on Conditioning HIV Aid on Economic Concessions

Washington, DC -- Yesterday, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE) and Brian...

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Africa: ‘Why Men Aren’t Wired to Be Committed to One Partner’ – Akon

Senegalese-American singer Akon has sparked debate after suggesting that men are not naturally wired for commitment, arguing that most relationship problems women face...

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Namibia: Creative Industry Gets Boost – Film and Creative City Approved

Namibia's creative industry is gaining traction, with increased film activity creating jobs and bringing new income into the...

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Namibia: Big Ben Live Back At Zoo Park

Big Ben is set to host his annual Big Ben Live show tomorrow at the Zoo Park after a one-year...

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Namibia: Loubser’s Drama Club Opens Global Doors

Windhoek-based acting coach Michelle Loubser is steadily transforming the local performing arts landscape through a drama club she founded in...

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Liberia: World Bank, Liberia Assess Economic Stability Under Oil Pressure

Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan and a high-level Liberian delegation have held strategic discussions with Ousmane Diagana and senior World Bank officials to...

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Liberia: Lerc Holds Public Hearing On LEC’s 20-Mw Solar Generation License Application

The Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC) announces a Public Hearing on the Liberia Electricity Corporation's (LEC) application for a 20-megawatt (MW) Solar Generation...

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Nigeria: Australian Firm Gets Six Lithium Mining Licences in Nigeria

The licences include four exploration permits and two small-scale mining licences, previously held by Continental Lithium...

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South Africa: Graduates Face Unemployment Without Artificial Intelligence Skills

Many businesses in South Africa say they cannot hire young graduates because they do not have practical workplace computer skills. Experts say...

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South Africa: Eskom Concludes Wage Agreement With Employees

Eskom has concluded a three-year wage agreement following a Central Bargaining Forum (CBF) process which entails a 7% annual salary increase for...

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Nigeria: Manufacturers Propose CNG Adoption and Naira-for-Crude Optimization As Alternatives to Fuel Imports

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has pushed for practical, home-focused measures to fight inflation, including optimizing the Naira-for-crude policy, accelerating CNG adoption for transport...

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Nigeria: Viral Video – AIG Orders Probe of Misconduct Against Cybercrime Officers

The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 7, AIG Victor Olaiya, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations that personnel of...

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Nigeria: ITF, Ctin to Train 100,000 Artisans in Nationwide Construction Skills Programme

Jos -- The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the Cement Technology Institute of Nigeria (CTIN) are set to launch an ambitious national skills...

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Nigeria: Firstbank Partners Ekiti Govt On Launch of Innovation Enterprise Support Fund

The fund is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower startups, scale tech-enabled businesses, and accelerate innovation-driven economic growth across the...

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Ghana: Ecobank Group Posts Strong Financial Results in 2025…Pre-Tax Profit Soars to $801m

ECOBANK Group, the leading pan-African financial services group, has delivered strong financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, reflecting continued execution...

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Liberia: Senators Dopoh, Kpehe Submit Draft Act to Reform Minerals Sector

Monrovia -- Two members of the Liberian Senate have proposed a bill seeking to establish a national gold refinery in Liberia as part of...

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Liberia: Senators Dopoh, Kpehe Submit Draft Act to Reform Minerals Sector

Monrovia -- Two members of the Liberian Senate have proposed a bill seeking to establish a national gold refinery in Liberia as part of...

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Liberia: Senators Dopoh, Kpehe Submit Draft Act to Reform Minerals Sector

Monrovia -- Two members of the Liberian Senate have proposed a bill seeking to establish a national gold refinery in Liberia as part of...

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Liberia: Cummings Slams ‘Broken’ Concession Model, Calls for Radical Overhaul of Liberia’s Resource Deals

Monrovia -- Former presidential candidate Alexander B. Cummings has launched a stinging critique of Liberia's concession regime, describing it as outdated, exploitative, and incapable...

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Liberia: Cummings Slams ‘Broken’ Concession Model, Calls for Radical Overhaul of Liberia’s Resource Deals

Monrovia -- Former presidential candidate Alexander B. Cummings has launched a stinging critique of Liberia's concession regime, describing it as outdated, exploitative, and incapable...

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Liberia: Cummings Slams ‘Broken’ Concession Model, Calls for Radical Overhaul of Liberia’s Resource Deals

Monrovia -- Former presidential candidate Alexander B. Cummings has launched a stinging critique of Liberia's concession regime, describing it as outdated, exploitative, and incapable...

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Nigeria: Werder Bremen Assures Boniface of Return Opportunity Ahead of Crucial Derby

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has been handed a timely boost in his recovery, with Werder Bremen boss Daniel Thioune suggesting the forward could...

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Nigeria: Werder Bremen Assures Boniface of Return Opportunity Ahead of Crucial Derby

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has been handed a timely boost in his recovery, with Werder Bremen boss Daniel Thioune suggesting the forward could...

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Nigeria: Werder Bremen Assures Boniface of Return Opportunity Ahead of Crucial Derby

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has been handed a timely boost in his recovery, with Werder Bremen boss Daniel Thioune suggesting the forward could...

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Nigeria: Ajaero Wins Award On Labour Activism

Abuja -- President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has been named the 2026 laureate of the Arthur Svensson International...

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Zimbabwe: Diana Samkange Cancels Mabelreign Show Citing Security Reasons

Afro-fusion artist, Diana Samkange has cancelled her show which was scheduled for April 18 at the Ligi Sports Bar, Mabelreign citing security concerns...

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Africa: Munala Reveals Reason for KCB’s Perfect Run At Africa Volleyball Club Champs

NAIROBI, Kenya, April 17, 2026 - KCB Ladies Volleyball team coach Japheth Munala says his players are reaping the rewards of consistency and...

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Kenya: Ex-Harambee Stars Midfielder Finds New Home After Departing Murang’a Seal

NAIROBI -- Immediate former Murang'a Seal head coach Osborne Monday has been named as an assistant coach at...

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Kenya: President Ruto – Govt to Do Everything Possible to Cushion Kenyans From Oil Price Surge

Nairobi -- President William Ruto has announced a raft of emergency measures aimed at shielding Kenyans from rising living costs triggered by the...

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Ghana/Tunisia: Sundowns Calm Ahead of Decisive Showdown With Es Tunis Tomorrow

Mamelodi Sundowns stand on the brink of yet another TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final as they prepare to host Espérance Sportive de Tunis...

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