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Africa: Continued Voter Disinterest Undermines Democratic Governance in Benin

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[ISS] Ahead of the April presidential polls, low voter turnout in legislative and local elections calls for an assessment of electoral laws.

South Africa: Daily Trek Up a Mountain to Collect Firewood for Villagers Without Electricity

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[Health-e] At 6am on a Saturday morning, 43-year-old Luvhengo Vhulahani leaves her homestead in Tshakhuma village in Limpopo's Makhado Municipality. It's 8am when she returns. She walks slowly, balancing a heavy stack of firewood on her head.

Nigeria: Tinubu's Reforms Have Rescued Nigeria, Says Gov Abiodun

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[Premium Times] The governor recalled comments recently made by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, who described Mr Tinubu's reforms as the greatest enabler of Nigeria's economic recovery.

Kenya: Ruto Vows Tough Action On Al-Shabaab During Mandera Visit

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has pledged firm action against Al-Shabaab terrorists, calling on residents of Mandera County to cooperate with security agencies in restoring stability.

Kenya: Govt to Reopen Kenya-Somalia Border in April

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[Capital FM] Nairobi, April -- The government will reopen the Kenya-Somalia border in April, ending a closure that has been in place since 2011 due to security concerns linked to Al-Shabaab.

WHO urges US to share Covid origins findings

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The World Health Organization on Wednesday urged Washington to share any intelligence it may be withholding on the Covid-19 pandemic's origins, despite the United States quitting the WHO

At least 21 dead after boat sinks on Sudan's River Nile

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Search efforts are continuing for the missing passengers, who included children.

The Morocco-Spain-Portugal Business Forum on the 2030 FIFA World Cup opens

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The Morocco-Spain-Portugal Business Forum on the 2030 FIFA World Cup opened on Tuesday in Salé, bringing together business leaders from the three countries to discuss joint opportunities, best practices, and sustainable investments related to the tournament.

East Africa: Tanzania Tops Region in Cybersecurity Standards

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[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA has emerged the leading country in East Africa in online safety management and ranks among the top 45 best-performing nations globally in cybersecurity standards, according to the latest Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).

Tanzania: Jamhuri Stadium Set for 5,500-Seat Upgrade

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[Daily News] Dodoma -- DODOMA'S CCM Jamhuri Stadium is set to undergo a major upgrade with the installation of 5,500 seats, stadium management has announced.

Ghana: Persistent Attacks Force Security Personnel in Nakpanduri to Seek Transfers, Resignations - -Muntaka

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[Ghanaian Times] THE Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has revealed that some security personnel posted to Nakpanduri and other conflict areas to restore peace and security are seeking transfers, while others have resigned due to attacks by residents.

Africa: Tanzania Emerges Africa's Certified Coffee Leader

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[Daily News] Kilimanjaro -- TANZANIA has emerged as Africa's leading producer of certified coffee after being ranked among the top producers globally, reaffirming the country's growing influence in the international coffee market.

Rhino poaching in South Africa's Kruger park doubles despite national drop

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Official statistics show poachers killed 352 of the animals last year compared to 420 in 2024, with 175 of the deaths taking place in the Kruger.

Libya grants foreign oil companies exploration licences

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Libya granted several foreign companies new oil exploration and production licences for the first time in 17 years on Wednesday, after more than a decade of political instability.

AI adoption rises in governments, but citizen satisfaction lags

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A new report by Accenture and the World Governments Summit Organisation examines how governments are using artificial intelligence to transform public services.

Nigeria: Court Convicts Two Chinese Nationals for Cyber-Terrorism, N3.4bn Fraud

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[Premium Times] The convicts, alongside one Friday Audu, were among a syndicate of 792 fraudsters arrested for cryptocurrency, investment and romance fraud on 19 December 2024 in Lagos.

South Africa: State of the Nation in the Shadow of the Water Tanker

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[Daily Maverick] A year after bold promises, Cyril Ramaphosa's weak spots are clear: taps and safety. The rest of the Cabinet tells a better story.

Africa: New African Research Shapes the Future of HIV Treatment Globally

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[allAfrica] Failure to adhere to HIV treatment is costing lives The Ndovu Study is strengthening HIV treatment by redefining how treatment failure and drug resistance are detected, managed, and prevented across Africa and beyond.

Court ruling on Mali sanctions reignites regional integration debate {Business Africa}

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A landmark ruling by the WAEMU Court against the blockade of Mali is reshaping West Africa’s economic landscape, highlighting the costs of sanctions and Does love have a price tag? As Valentine’s Day spending hits record highs, Zambians weigh romance against the rising cost of affection.

South Africa: Cape Town's Wall Will Not Keep Us Safe - - It Will Keep Us Apart

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[Daily Maverick] Once you accept a wall, you accept the idea that some people belong behind one. South Africa has already lived that nightmare.

Kenya: Sifuna Vows Court Battle Over Removal As ODM Secretary-General, Says He Remains in Office

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has insisted he remains the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary-General and vowed to challenge his removal in court, a day after the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) resolved to oust him from office.

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