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[Leadership] Grammy-nominated artist Femi Kuti has clarified that the musical works of his late father, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, remain the exclusive property of the Kuti family.

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[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa -- The Government of the Republic of Somaliland on Sunday reaffirmed its sovereignty, responding to a recent joint statement issued by several foreign ministers, stating that its status is grounded in "facts and international law."

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed affirmed that tourism is rapidly emerging as a decisive force shaping Ethiopia's development path, marking a clear shift toward a more sustainable and diversified economic model.

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[ENA] Addis Ababa | -- Ethiopia has secured renewed backing from the World Bank as it seeks to sustain economic reforms and development progress in the face of shifting global conditions.

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed officially inaugurated the Haroo Dendi Lodge, today marking a significant milestone in the Prime Ministerial "Dine for Generation" initiative in the Oromia region of Ethiopia.

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says Ethiopia is making significant strides in boosting agricultural productivity, pointing to irrigated maize farming as a key success area.

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[ENA] Addis Ababa | -- The International Monetary Fund has reaffirmed its strong support for Ethiopia's ongoing economic reforms.

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[Daily Trust] The Federal Ministry of Finance has dismissed claims that a significant portion of Nigeria's federation revenue is being diverted or concealed, describing such reports as a misinterpretation of the latest Nigeria Development Update released by the World Bank.

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[Daily Trust] Environmental experts have called on residents to embrace attitudinal change toward proper waste management and disposal, warning that poor practices are a major driver of flooding in communities.

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[Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, offered his condolences to the family of the late former Minister, Professor Chems Eddine Chitour, who passed away on Sunday.

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[ANGOP] Luanda -- Pope Leo XIV became the first Supreme Pontiff to visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Muxima, in the town of Muxima, Icolo e Bengo province on Sunday.

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[ANGOP] Luanda -- Pope Leo XIV blessed and interacted with four babies on Sunday afternoon at the entrance of the Apostolic Nunciature in Angolan capital, Luanda.

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[ANGOP] Icolo E Bengo -- Pope Leo XIV led a religious ceremony on Sunday at the Chapel of Our Lady of Muxima, in a moment of profound devotion that marked his visit to Angola's main Marian shrine.

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[Daily Trust] A northern youth group has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other political leaders that they risk losing public trust and votes in the 2027 general elections if insecurity in the region is not addressed.

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[DA] Today, the DA Western Cape celebrated the restoration of nearly 300 small-scale fishing vessel permits in the Traditional Linefish sector, together with local fishers, DA Leader Geordin Hill-Lewis, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Willie Aucamp, and provincial leadership. See photos here, here, here, here and here.

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[Daily Trust] Former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has raised alarm over what he described as a fresh plot to implicate him in criminal activities, alleging a coordinated effort to damage his reputation and keep him in prolonged detention.

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[DA] Police committed to the introduction of body-worn cameras by April 2025, yet a year later this deadline has passed without implementation or explanation by Acting Minister Prof. Firoz Cachalia.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, rejecting calls to tone down his attacks.

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[ANGOP] Luanda -- The Vice President of Angola, Esperança da Costa, attended on Sunday a religious ceremony conducted by Pope Leo XIV in the Kilamba municipality of Luanda. Hundreds of faithful were present.

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[ANGOP] Kilamba -- Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Kilamba, Luanda, to lead a Pontifical Mass expected to draw over a million worshippers from across Angola and around the world.

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[ANGOP] Luanda -- Hundreds of faithful gathered in an atmosphere of euphoria, singing, and deep devotion to welcome the Pope at the open-air mass, a moment marked by tears, joy, and memories that reinforced the faith and sense of unity among those present.