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South Africa: Ramaphosa Impeachment Panel Sits for First Time - South African News Briefs - June 1, 2026

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Africa: How South Africa's Xenophobic Online Machine Was Rebooted in 2026

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[Daily Maverick] Recent events did not create SA's xenophobic online machine. They reveal how entrenched, interconnected and politically influential that machine has already become.

Uganda: Kasese Enforces Rainwater Harvesting to Curb Storm Water Runoff

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[Nile Post] Kasese Municipality has directed all homeowners to install rainwater harvesting systems before the end of August 2026 as part of efforts to address the growing challenge of floods, soil erosion and infrastructure damage caused by storm water runoff.

Ethiopia: Ethiopians Begin Voting in Historic 7th General Election

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[ENA] Addis Ababa, June 1, 2026 --Millions of Ethiopians began casting their ballots on Monday as the country launched its 7th General Election, a vote widely seen as a significant milestone in Ethiopia's ongoing democratic journey.

Women at greatest risk from DRC Ebola outbreak, health workers warn, as confirmed cases rise

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In Bunia, at the heart of the Ebola response, health facilities are reporting a severe shortage of protective and support equipment as they grapple with a surge in suspected cases, primarily among women.

Nigeria: DSS Arrests 5 Suspects, Including 2 Nigeriens, Over Papiri School Kidnap, Recovers 15 Ak Rifles, 1,434 Rounds of Ammunition

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[This Day] The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested five suspected arms couriers, including two foreign nationals from Niger Republic, in connection with the abduction of nearly 300 students and staff from St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri village, Niger State.

Africa: Dangote Group Named Africa's Most Admired Brand for 8th Consecutive Year

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[This Day] Dangote Industries Limited has reinforced its position as Africa's most influential corporate brands after emerging as the continent's Most Admired African Brand for the eight consecutive year.

Somalia: Somali Army Kills Senior Al-Shabaab Commander in Lower Shabelle Operation

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[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's national army has killed two members of the militant group Al-Shabaab, including a senior commander, during a planned military operation in the Hanti Wadaag area of the Lower Shabelle region, the government said on Sunday.

Nigeria: Army Vows Intensified Offensive Against Banditry

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[Vanguard] ,,,Pledges Troops' Welfare Support

Nigeria: World Bank, IMF, WTO, Others Meet Over U.S., Iran War, Say Conflict Affecting Most Vulnerable Countries

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[This Day] Abuja -- Heads of the World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Trade Organisation (WTO), and the International Energy Agency (IEA) at the weekend met in Washington D.C., United States of America, to assess the conflict in the Middle East, with a warning that the war was generating substantial and highly asymmetric impacts on energy supplies, food security, and economic activity across countries and regions.

Nigeria: Economic Reforms Yet to Fully Impact Businesses, Says Neca

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[Vanguard] The Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) says businesses across the country are yet to fully experience the expected benefits of the Federal Government's ongoing economic reforms.

Nigeria: Abduction - Gbajabiamila Leads Ribadu, IGP Disu, Two Others On Govt's Visit to Ogbomoso

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[This Day] Chief of Staff to the President, Hon Femi Gbajabiamila, on Sunday led a five-man high-powered Federal Government delegation to Esiele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State following the abduction of pupils and teachers from Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School on May 15, 2026.

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Receives Second Madlanga Commission Interim Report

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[SAnews.gov.za] The Presidency has confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa has received the second interim report of the Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, known as the Madlanga Commission.

South Africa: SARS Finalises China Zero-Tariff Scheme Framework

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[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced that both the legal and operational frameworks required to administer China's temporary zero-tariff scheme have been finalised.

South Africa: Legacy of Kruger National Park Will Continue for Hundreds of Years to Come - Minister Aucamp

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[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has called on South Africans to embrace their shared responsibility as custodians of the Kruger National Park (KNP).

Nigeria: Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, Others Emerge As Presidential Candidates Amid Uncertainties Over INEC's Powers

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[Premium Times] INEC had given political parties between 23 April and 30 May to conduct their primaries and pick candidates for the 2027 poll.

Nigeria: EU Report Raises Concerns Over Apathy, Vote Trading, Party Crises Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Poll

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[This Day] A pre-election assessment report by the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) has raised concerns over voter apathy, vote trading, party crises and unresolved litigations ahead of the June 20, 2026, governorship election in Ekiti State, even as it tipped the exercise to be peaceful but largely uncompetitive.

Somalia: Somali Parliament Speaker Briefed On Security Operation in Baidoa

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[Shabelle] Baidoa, Somalia -- Speaker of Somalia's Lower House, Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur Madobe, met senior military and intelligence officials on Sunday and received a briefing on a security operation that authorities said thwarted an attempt to disrupt security in Baidoa.

Nigeria: Again, Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol, Diesel Prices

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[This Day] The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has announced a fresh reduction in the ex-depot prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), better known as petrol, and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), popularly known as diesel, reinforcing its commitment to making refined petroleum products more affordable and supporting economic activities across Nigeria.

Somalia: Somali Troops Conduct Planned Operations Against Militants in Middle Shabelle

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[Shabelle] Middle Shabelle, Somalia -- Somali National Army forces carried out planned operations targeting militants in parts of the Middle Shabelle region, the military said.

Nigeria: Xenophobia - Police Warn Against Reprisal Attacks On South African Nationals, Businesses

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[This Day] Abuja -- The Nigeria Police Force has cautioned members of the public against carrying out reprisal attacks on South African nationals, businesses, diplomatic facilities and other interests in Nigeria following reports of xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.

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