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Africa: No, Gammora Is Not a 'Cure' for HIV. False Promises and Fake Medicine Being Sold On Social Media

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[Africa Check] No, Gammora is not a 'cure' for HIV. False promises and fake medicine being sold on social media

South Sudan: MSF Hospital Bombarded By Government Forces in South Sudan

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[MSF] Juba -- Médecins Sans Frontières' (MSF's) hospital in Lankien, Jonglei state, South Sudan, was hit in an airstrike by the government of South Sudan forces during the night of Tuesday, 3 February 2026. One MSF staff member suffered minor injuries. The hospital's main warehouse was destroyed during the attack, and we lost most of our critical supplies for providing medical care.

Lesotho: Lesotho Welcomes Agoa Extension

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[GroundUp] But the trade agreement with the US is only extended to December

South Africa: 'I Have Loved Leading the DA,' Says Steenhuisen, Exiting Leadership Race Under Party Pressure

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[Daily Maverick] John Steenhuisen trumpeted his success as DA leader while announcing he wouldn't stand for re-election in April.

More French citizens name in latest Epstein files release by US justice department

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Names mentioned in the new tranche of documents suggest Epstein's network in France was more extensive than previously thought.

Africa: South Africa Joins Afreximbank, Announces U.S.$8bn Country Programme

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[Afreximbank] The Republic of South Africa has today officially acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Africa's leading Multilateral Financial Institution, marking the formal entry of one of Africa's largest economies into the Bank's membership, heralding deeper financial sovereignty.

AFC/M23 rebels claim responsability for drone attack on Kisangani airport

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In a statement, rebel spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka claimed the AFC/M23 “carried out the destruction of a military command centre" located at Kisangani Bangoka International Airport.

Libya: Saïf Al-Islam Kadhafi, the Heir Apparent Without a Crown

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[RFI] Saïf al-Islam Kadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader Moamer Kadhafi, was long seen as the man who might one day take over from his father. His killing at his home in northwestern Libya closes a story marked by early reformist ambition, a violent turning point in 2011 and years spent on the margins of Libyan politics.

Africa: African Elections - Will the AU Remain Chronicler Rather Than Referee?

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[ISS] The AU's response to the 2025 elections shows that it prioritises procedure over political competitiveness and democratic substance.

Washington confirms deployment of small team of US forces to Nigeria

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The United States has deployed a small military team to Nigeria, Washington confirmed on Tuesday.

'Notorious Tanzanian drug trafficker' arrested during raid in Zambia

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Ahmed Muharram is among several suspects arrested in a major crackdown on marijuana trafficking.

South Africa: Kruger National Park Restores Infrastructure

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[SAnews.gov.za] Restoration work is underway in the Kruger National Park following the flood damage sustained last month, says the South African National Parks (SANParks).

South Africa: Illegal Mining Bleeds Billions From Economy, Says Mantashe

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[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, has warned that illegal mining is one of the most pressing challenges facing South Africa's mining sector - costing the economy billions in lost revenue.

Somali mothers strenghten Minneapolis community with traditional tea

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Nasro Hassen and her group of Somali mothers hand out tea to people on the streets of Minneapolis who monitor for Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in subfreezing temperatures.

Nigeria: Policeman, 16 Villagers Killed in Benue Market Attack

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[Daily Trust] At least 17 people, including a Mobile Police officer, have been reportedly killed following an attack by armed invaders at a rural market in Abande settlement of Mbaikyor Ward, Turan district, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State.

Nigeria: Hospital Bill Worse Than Cancer - Patient

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[Daily Trust] Abuja -- For many cancer patients in Nigeria, the battle is not only against a life-threatening disease but against the crushing cost of survival.

Liberia: Govt Denies Role in Sayetown Demolition

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[New Dawn] Monrovia, Liberia, February 3, 2026: The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Information, has denied any involvement in the Sayetown demolition that left thousands of residents displaced on Saturday, January 31, 2026, saying opposition figures were unfairly linking the administration to the incident.

South Africa: South Africa Joins Afreximbank, Announces US$8bn Country Programme

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[Afreximbank] The Republic of South Africa has today officially acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Africa's leading Multilateral Financial Institution, marking the formal entry of one of Africa's largest economies into the Bank's membership, heralding deeper financial sovereignty.

2026 World Governments Summit: Can Africa’s next decade work for its young people?

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African leaders at the World Governments Summit in Dubai will take part on Wednesday in a panel discussion on a key issue for African youth: Can the next 10 years be the continent's decade?

South Africa: Flood Victims Cry Foul After Food Parcels Given to Other People

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[GroundUp] The Limpopo premier's office is urging people left without food aid to notify their ward councillors

Nigeria: National Assembly and Mounting Pressure to Reserve Legislative Seats for Women

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[This Day] As Nigeria's National Assembly nears a decisive vote, a controversial constitutional amendment reserving legislative seats for women has become a defining test of political courage. Beyond gender justice, advocates say failure to pass the bill risks shutting Nigeria out of a projected $269 billion economic gain and deepening a democratic deficit. Sunday Aborisade reports.

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