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Nigeria: Group, Traditional Rulers Abolish 'Money Woman' Practice, Free 57 Victims in Cross River Community

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[Premium Times] Centre LSD also disclosed that N6.2 million had been mobilised to secure the freedom of an initial group of women affected by the practice.

Kenya: Pain for Commuters As Matatus, Boda Bodas Hike Fares

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Travellers across the country are already feeling the pinch of the latest fuel price hike, with public transport operators moving quickly to raise fares to cushion themselves from rising operating costs.

Africa: Pope Leo Xiv Begins Africa Trip With Visit to Algeria

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[Leadership] Pope Leo XIV arrived in Algeria on Monday to begin an 11-day tour of Africa - the longest trip so far of his papacy - which began less than a year ago.

Strikes hit Sloviansk and Sumy as Russia pounds Ukrainian cities

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Russia strikes Sloviansk with a FAB-1500 bomb, wrecking civilian buildings, while repeated drone attacks ignite major fires in Sumy’s industrial zone.

Burundian writer celebrates cultural heritage through children's tales

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Aïta Chancella Kanyange is a Burundian writer who celebrates her country’s traditions through her writing. The 33-year-old author writes stories for children aged 2 to 10.

South Africa appoints Roelf Meyer as US ambassador amid strained ties

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Meyer himself comes from the Afrikaans community, a factor analysts say could influence diplomatic engagement.

Nigerian with 'natural explosiveness' aiming for NFL spot

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Hailed for his impressive physical attributes, Nigerian Uar Bernard is hoping to be drafted by an NFL side this month.

Iran details maritime losses from US, Israeli attacks in IMO report

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Iran has submitted a formal document to the International Maritime Organization’s Legal Committee, detailing what it calls severe maritime and civilian losses caused by US and Israeli military attacks.

Humanoid robots box and perform at Hong Kong AI and robotics fair

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Hong Kong’s InnoEX 2026 fair showcased boxing, musical and rescue robots, highlighting China’s push to integrate intelligent machines into daily life.

Deadly Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Al‑Shati camp and Al‑Shifa Hospital

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Deadly Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Al‑Shati camp and Al‑Shifa Hospital area despite a ceasefire, with at least 11 Palestinians killed in renewed violence.

Sudan: Sudan Condemns Berlin Conference As Devastating War Enters Fourth Year

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[RFI] Sudan has condemned a Berlin donor conference as "surprising and unacceptable" interference as the war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces enters its fourth year. Millions of people remain displaced, with widespread hunger and escalating attacks deepening the world's worst humanitarian crisis.

After 3 years of conflict, gold is the driving force behind Sudan's civil war

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On the third anniversary of the war in Sudan, Africanews spoke to journalist Roula Merhej about the economic factors driving the conflict.

South Africa returns looted Zimbabwean remains and sacred artefact

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The handover ceremony took place Tuesday at a museum in Cape Town, where eight coffins draped in the Zimbabwean flag stood in solemn tribute. The remains, removed more than a century ago, were taken as so-called “scientific specimens” during colonial rule.

Ghana: Ghana Records $4.2bn Trade Surplus for Fourth Quarter 2025

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[Ghanaian Times] GHANA'S trade surplus surged to a record $4.2 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting a strong rebound in export performance.

Liberia: Infrastructure Gaps Threaten Harper Port's Trade Potential

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[Liberian Observer] At a time when West Africa's maritime sector is expanding and regional ports are grappling with congestion, the Port of Harper in Maryland County is struggling to position itself as a viable trade hub due to persistent infrastructure and operational constraints.

Africa’s Supply Chains: Finance, Sustainability And The Case For Simplicity

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By Natalie van Graan Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

Haitian factory workers protest for higher wages as oil prices surge

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Hundreds of factory workers protested Tuesday in Haiti’s capital, demanding a higher minimum wage as the conflict in Iran deepens and drives up oil prices across the globe.

Uganda: Law Society Rejects Seven-Year Term Proposal, Warns of Constitutional Crisis

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[Nile Post] The Uganda Law Society has opposed proposals to extend political terms from five to seven years, warning the move could undermine democratic principles and trigger legal and political confrontation.

Thinkyoung And Boeing Launch First STEM School In Angola

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ThinkYoung, in partnership with Boeing , concluded the first edition of the ThinkYoung STEM School in Luanda, a free educational program designed to introduce

Africa Energy Indaba Unveils 2027 Theme: African Energy – Pathways To Prosperity

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Following the resounding success of the 2026 edition, the Africa Energy Indaba has officially announced its 2027 theme: African Energy – Pathways to

Nigeria: Govt Defends Airstrikes On Border Market, Orders Probe Into Civilian Casualties

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[Premium Times] The government, however, ordered a full investigation into the reported civilian casualties during the operation.

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