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South Africa: Cape Town Fires Displace Over 500 Residents - South African News Briefs - March 9, 2026

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South Africa: Police Seize Drugs Worth R2.8m At OR Tambo International

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[SAnews.gov.za] Police at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) have seized drugs with an estimated street value of R2.8 million.

Malawi: Malawi SMEs Women Challenged to Support and Empower Each Other

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[Nyasa Times] The Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) women in the country have been challenged to embrace the spirit of supporting, empowering as well as sharing business skills to one another if they are to grow their businesses through their efforts and contribute to the national development.

Nigeria: Nigeria Trains 78,000 Health Workers in Two Years, Expands Insurance Coverage to 21.7m

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[Premium Times] The report provides a comprehensive assessment of progress under the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative and the Sector-Wide Approach for coordinating health investments and reforms.

Uganda: MP Akol Defends Parliament, Says No Institution in Uganda Is Without Problems

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[Nile Post] Kilak North Member of Parliament and Chairman of the Acholi Parliamentary Group (APG), Anthony Akol, has defended Parliaments performance saying that no institution in the country is without challenges.

Uganda: Activists Call for Stronger Animal Protection Laws As Cruelty Cases Rise in Mityana District

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[Nile Post] Animal rights advocates are calling on the government to review and strengthen laws governing the protection of animals, arguing that the current legal framework is too weak to effectively deter acts of cruelty.

Nigeria: Ramadan Siege - Rising Terror Attacks in Islamic Holy Month Shake Northern Nigeria

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[Premium Times] From Borno to Kebbi and Zamfara, a wave of attacks since the start of Ramadan has left dozens dead, displaced thousands and raised fresh fears about insurgent resurgence.

Nigeria: Soldiers Repelled Coordinated Boko Haram Attacks On Borno Communities - Nigerian Army

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[Premium Times] "During the engagements, several terrorists were neutralised," the army said.

Zimbabwe: Defiant Madhuku Vows to Stop Mnangagwa's Term Extension Despite Crackdown On Anti-2030 Proponents

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[New Zimbabwe] LOVEMORE Madhuku, leader of opposition National Constitutional Assembly (NCA) party, has vowed to mobilise citizens to stop proposals to rewrite the country's Constitution inorder to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office, among other governance changes.

Kenya: Why Painful River Evictions Were Necessary to Save Lives in Nairobi Floods - Sakaja

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has defended the controversial relocation of residents living along Nairobi's riverbanks last year, saying the painful decision helped prevent greater loss of life during the recent floods in the capital.

Kenya: Kenya Flood Toll Rises to 42 As Government Pledges Support for Affected Families

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government says the national death toll from the floods that struck on Friday evening currently stands at 42.

Kenya: Floods Are a National Disaster, Not a Political Tool - Sakaja

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has called for unity and collective action in responding to the devastating floods affecting parts of the country, warning leaders against politicising the tragedy.

Kenya: Floods Damage Nairobi Water Pipelines, Disrupt Supply

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Residents in several Nairobi estates are grappling with water supply disruptions after heavy rains damaged key distribution pipelines, the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company has said.

Mozambique: Chapo Calls for Respect for Women's Rights

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[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambican President Daniel Chapo on Sunday called for respect for women's rights throughout the world, and particularly for Mozambican women.

Kenya: Kalonzo, Gachagua to Sue State After Church Entry Block in Meru

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- United Alternative Government Alliance leaders Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua say they will pursue constitutional and legal action against the government after they were denied entry to attend the induction of Reverend David Muthuia Mwiti as Bishop of the Methodist Church of Kenya Kaaga Synod in Meru.

Mozambique: Chapo Optimistic That Election Calendar Can Be Met

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[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambican President Daniel Chapo on Friday declared that the calendar for the "inclusive political dialogue' will not affect the holding of the next municipal elections, scheduled for October 2028.

Kenya: Kindiki Lecturers Gachagua, Accuses Him of Incitement and Disrespect

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has issued a stern warning to political leaders visiting Meru County, urging them to maintain discipline and avoid incitement that could disrupt peace in the region.

Kenya: KQ Flags Operational Challenges On Mumbai Route Amid Airspace Restrictions

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[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 8-Kenya Airways has warned customers travelling to and from Mumbai of operational disruptions caused by regional airspace restrictions and adverse weather conditions, which are also affecting baggage handling on the route.

Kenya: Nakuru Leaders Warn of Further Flood Calamities If Action Not Taken

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[Capital FM] Nakuru -- Local leaders in Nakuru County are urging both county and national disaster management teams to act swiftly in flood-prone areas to prevent further loss of life and property as heavy rains continue across the country.

Kenya: Health PS Warns Long Rains Could Trigger Cholera, Malaria Outbreaks

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[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 8 - Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has warned that the ongoing March-April-May long rains could heighten the risk of water- and vector-borne diseases across the country, urging the public to observe strict hygiene and sanitation measures.

Botswana: Boko Refutes Death Penalty Opposition Allegations

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[Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- President Advocate Duma Boko has refuted allegations that he opposes the death penalty.

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