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Liberia: FIFA Threatens LFA With Global Ban Over 'Third-Party Interference' in Elections

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has issued a blistering warning to the Liberia Football Association (LFA), stating that the country faces a potential suspension from all global football activities following a court-ordered halt to the LFA's elective congress.

Nigeria: Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Tackle Insecurity, Boost Economy in Easter Message

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[Vanguard] President Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians of his administration's commitment to tackling insecurity and stabilising the economy in his Friday Easter message.

Nigeria: Don't Deport Our Fleeing Members, Massob Begs Int'l Communities

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[Vanguard] The Movement for Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB, has pleaded with the international community not to deport it's members seeking asylum in different countries of the world.

Nigeria: Police Rescue Abducted Three-Day-Old Baby in Nasarawa, Detain Suspects

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[Vanguard] The Police Command in Nasarawa State says it has successfully rescued a three-day-old abducted baby and arrested two suspects in connection with the crime.

South Africa: Helen Zille Goes Fishing in a Broken Joburg Swimming Pool

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[Scrolla] Helen Zille visited a broken public pool in Windsor West to show how the City of Johannesburg neglects community facilities. Johannesburg spokesperson Nthathisi Modingoane said the city is looking for a private partner to help fix the broken swimming pool.

Nigeria: Why Tinubu Only Addressed Victims of Plateau Violence At Airport - Presidency

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[Premium Times] Mr Onanuga was responding to criticisms that have trailed the Nigerian leader's visit to Plateau, during which he only stopped at the airport to address some residents and officials.

Africa: Ethiopia Assumes Chairship of AU Peace and Security Council

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia has assumed the Chairship of the African Union Peace and Security Council for April 2026, marking its first time leading the Council since rejoining it in April 2025.

Ethiopia: Justice Reforms Revise Various Laws, Strengthen Institutional Independence - Ministry of Justice

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ministry of Justice has affirmed that various rules and regulations have been amended under the National Reform to strengthen the justice system and empower democratic institutions.

Kenya: KNUT Sg Oyuu, Deputy Hesbon Otieno Among Leaders Elected Unopposed in National Polls

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[Capital FM] Kisumu -- The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has concluded most of its national elections with Secretary General Collins Henry Oyuu and his Deputy Hesbon Otieno among ten top officials elected unopposed at Tom Mboya Labour College in Kisumu.

Kenya: Nairobi City Thunder Pray for a Good Friday Ahead of Al Ahly Ly Crunch in Bal Kalahari Conference

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[Capital FM] Pretoria -- With only two games left, Nairobi City Thunder head coach Brad Ibs has exuded confidence that his charges will finish off the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Kalahari Conference on a high as they prepare to face Libyan champions Al Ahly Ly today, Friday evening at the SunBet Arena.

Rare waterspout stuns residents off Algiers coast

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A rare and dramatic waterspout has been spotted off the coast of Algiers, capturing the attention of residents and weather experts alike.

Under security fears, Jerusalem marks a muted Good Friday

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Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem’s old city is relatively empty as Christians mark Good Friday

Madagascar: 13 charged in plot to kill interim leader Randrianirina

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Madagascar has charged 13 suspects, including a general, over an alleged plot to assassinate interim leader Michael Randrianirina, as the country grapples with political unrest following last year’s protests.

Congo declares end of two-year mpox outbreak that killed over 2,000

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The Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the end of a two-year mpox outbreak that infected thousands and claimed more than 2,200 lives, according to health officials.

Islamist rebels kill at least 43 in overnight raid in DR Congo

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At least 43 people have been killed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after militants linked to the Islamic State launched a deadly overnight raid, local officials said on Thursday.

Burkina Faso’s Traoré rejects democracy, extends military rule

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Nearly four years after seizing power, Burkina Faso’s military leader Ibrahim Traoré is calling on citizens to abandon democratic ideals.

Global food prices climb again in March, the second straight monthly rise

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Global food prices rose for a second straight month in March, driven mainly by higher energy costs linked to the conflict in the Near East. That’s according to the latest Food Price Index from the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization, FAO.

Sahel sees drop in terror attacks, but remains global epicenter of extremism

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The 2026 Global Terrorism Index is showing a mixed picture in the Sahel, offering a glimpse of progress, but also a stark reminder of ongoing risks.

Burkina Faso’s Traoré urges shift away from democracy

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Nearly four years after seizing power, Burkina Faso’s military leader Ibrahim Traoré is calling on citizens to abandon democratic ideals.

Nigeria: Loans Without Clarity - Nigeria's Ports Dilemma After Expired Concessions

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[Daily Trust] Nigeria's push to modernise its port infrastructure should have signalled a new era of economic confidence. Instead, it has exposed a deeper policy contradiction one that raises urgent questions about transparency, governance, and the credibility of public-private partnerships.

Nigeria: NSCDC Deploys 57,000 Personnel Nationwide to Secure Easter Celebrations

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[This Day] Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps announced the deployment of over 57,000 personnel across the country ahead of the Easter celebrations, in a bid to strengthen security and ensure a peaceful holiday period.

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