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Delegation to Visit Indigenous Jewish Communities in Kenya and Uganda

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A delegation from Los Angeles will travel to East Africa in January to connect with two of the continent’s long-standing indigenous Jewish communities. The

Military officers say they have taken full control of Guinea-Bissau

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The announcement comes a day after both the top candidates in last week’s presidential election declared victory.

Putin plays komuz in Kyrgyzstan during state visit with Lukashenko

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In Kyrgyzstan, Vladimir Putin tried the komuz, a traditional Kyrgyz lute, during a short cultural stop on his state visit. Agreements on trade, education, migration, and security were also signed.

In Mali, an educational initiative is using AI to teach local languages in schools

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AI company RobotsMali has produced more than a hundred stories in local languages. These texts are now taught in schools.

Global funding cuts devastating HIV prevention programmes says UNAIDS

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The agency says millions of people globally have lost access to treatment and preventive care due to financial shortfalls.

Amazon deploys 2,000 robots in UK's Bolton warehouse to meet Christmas demand

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In the UK, Amazon's Bolton warehouse uses 2,000 robots to streamline parcel handling, especially during the holiday peak, ensuring timely deliveries.

An equestrian festival in a western Libyan city goes international

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An equestrian festival in a western Libyan city has gone international after a successful local run last year.

Rare Superman comic book found in attic breaks world record at auction

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It was discovered by three brothers as they cleared out their late mother’s attic in San Francisco.

Shanghai Marathon set to kick off on Sunday

Africanews  

The 2025 Shanghai Marathon kicks off this Sunday, and organizers have announced a record-breaking 356,589 pre-registrations at their news conference earlier on Wednesday.

Guinea-Bissau president arrested as gunfire heard, sources tell BBC

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Umaro Sissoco Embaló's detention comes three days after a controversial presidential vote.

Uganda: Bobi Wine Begins Campaign Journey to Buikwe Ahead of 2026 Elections

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[Nile Post] BUIKWE -- The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has officially launched his campaign journey to Buikwe District as he ramps up efforts ahead of the 2026 presidential elections.

Uganda: Bobi Wine Condemns Police Brutality At Mukono Rally

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[Nile Post] National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused government security forces of attacking peaceful civilians during his party's rallies in Mukono District.

Uganda: Traffic Police Arrest Over 470 Drivers in Week-Long Crackdown

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[Nile Post] The Uganda Traffic Police have arrested 473 motorists in a week-long crackdown targeting road safety offenders across the country.

UN says food distribution in Sudan improving but areas remain cut off

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The World Food Programme says despite promising signs, the country remains one of the world's largest hunger crises.

Uganda: Uganda Showcases Investment Opportunities for Thai Investors At Bangkok Business Forum

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[Nile Post] Uganda has pitched itself as a prime investment destination for Thai businesses, showcasing key sectors and offering comprehensive incentives to access over 500 million consumers across East Africa and the COMESA region.

Uganda: NRM Flagbearer-Independent Feud Disrupts Campaigns in Sembabule

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[Nile Post] Deepening tensions between National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearers and independent candidates in Sembabule District are threatening to derail the party's campaign efforts ahead of the 2026 general elections.

Gunshots heard near presidential palace in Guinea-Bissau 3 days after national election

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Gunfire has been heard near the presidential palace in Guinea-Bissau 's capital three days after the national election.

Nigeria: Fresh Abductions in Kwara, Kano Mar Celebration of Kebbi Schoolgirls' Rescue

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[Premium Times] Barely 24 hours after the presidency announced the liberation of the 38 Eruku worshippers, crediting the operation to "pressure from DSS and the military," the bandits struck again in the same local government area.

UN Security Council renews authorisation for inspections to enforce Libya arms embargo

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The resolution approved on Tuesday extends for six months the authorisation to inspect ships on the high seas off Libya’s coast suspected of violating the arms embargo on the country.

Children in Gaza find peace in music lessons

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Gaza music teacher Ahmed Abu Amsha helps children in Deir Al Balah find calm through simple lessons in guitar, violin and drums inside a crowded camp.

Nigeria: Forcing Women to Take Oath to Prove Their Fidelity Is Harmful Practice - Official

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[Premium Times] The National Human Rights Commission official raised the alarm against disinheritance of girls and widows, saying that people scrambled for late husbands' and fathers' property, "trying to disinherit their children".