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The peace-loving pachyderm and lager promoter was an icon of successful conservation, say officials.

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Somalia's ambassador the United Nations said Israel's move aimed to distract from its war in Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank.

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A fire broke out in the tent sheltering Amal Abu al-Khair and her family while her son was cooking dinner.

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Tunisian sports and medical associations have made it a habit to organise the "Ghatssa," a swim in the cold sea waters on the first day of the new year.

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The Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team was at the scene “managing the situation.”Among those trapped are two watchmen and two pedestrians.

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The day before they go up against Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, Sudan geared up by training in Tangiers. The team, which last won the tournament in 1970, has never won against 2021 champions Senegal.

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[263Chat] When Zimbabwe's Supreme Court handed down Nyamande & Another v Zuva Petroleum (SC 43/15) in July 2015, it reaffirmed an employer's common-law right to terminate employment on notice, and the aftermath was immediate and bruising for workers.

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[Scrolla] Wine producers expect the 2026 harvest to be the same or slightly better last year after another season of good weather. Industry bodies say vineyards avoided major weather damage and farming conditions remain good across major wine areas.

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[Lesotho Times] IN 2025, The Lesotho Times and Sunday Express remained steadfast in their commitment to fearless, independent and impartial journalism. Throughout the year, the publications held leaders accountable, amplified human rights concerns and produced stories that challenged public perspectives while driving debate around legal reform and public policy.

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[African Union] COMMUNIQUE?

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[Liberian Observer] Monrovia -- COP30 has come and gone in Belém, Brazil--another global climate summit marked by lofty promises and limited political courage.

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[Liberian Observer] Yassata, Guinea--Liberia-Guinean authorities have praised a locally driven cross-border development effort that has linked communities in Guinea and Liberia, as leaders and residents renewed calls for the construction of a permanent bridge over the Nié River.

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[Leadership] The volume of petrol required by Ghana from Nigeria may drop significantly as the country's state-owned 45,000 b/d Tema refinery has resumed operations after suffering being inoperative since April 2021.

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[Nyasa Times] Fresh confusion and open defiance have engulfed government following revelations that First Vice-President Jane Ansah may have proceeded with a private trip to the United Kingdom in direct contradiction of assurances given to President Peter Mutharika--leaving State House exposed, embarrassed and possibly misled.

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[Nyasa Times] As the rainy season progresses and farmers intensify crop management activities, the Southern Region of Malawi is experiencing favourable rainfall patterns in line with agricultural recommendations, raising hopes for improved harvests.

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[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia said on Thursday that a precision air strike carried out last month in the town of Jilib, in the Middle Juba region, killed two senior Al-Shabaab commanders, including the group's chief bomb maker who was wanted by the United States.

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[New Times] Rwanda's capital markets witnessed significant reforms expected to attract more investors and boost the industry.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) says the planned construction of a new, modern airport at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will significantly ease congestion, expand capacity and position Kenya to meet growing regional and global air travel demand.

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[Dabanga] On the 70th anniversary of Sudan's independence, prominent political figures have issued statements calling for an end to the current conflict, describing the war not as an unavoidable fate, but as the consequence of systemic political failures and totalitarian rule.

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Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the latest edition of the Calabar Carnival. The festival sees vibrant outfits, music and dancing fill the streets of Cross River State.

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BBC Sport Africa takes a look back at some of the key talking points from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage.