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Africa: Calls for Stronger Nutrition Integration Ahead of the World Health Summit Regional Meeting

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[PAN South Africa] Africa's health systems are under increasing strain as the continent faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), climate-related pressures on food systems, and widening inequalities in accessing nutritious food. These challenges are deeply interconnected, yet often addressed in isolation, highlighting the need for more integrated, prevention-focused approaches to health.

Another vessel seized off Somali coast as threat level increased

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The UK's maritime monitor has reported at least four suspected piracy incidents in the past week off the coast of Somalia.

Nigeria: NHRC Honours Ford Foundation for Sustained Support to Human Rights in Nigeria

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[This Day] Abuja -- The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has honoured the Ford Foundation for its sustained contributions to advancing human rights in Nigeria, reinforcing a partnership that has played a critical role in strengthening access to justice and institutional capacity.

Nigeria: Labour Minister Urges New NUPENG Leader to Advance Predecessor's Legacy

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[This Day] Oladiti pledges to uphold dignity of labour

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery's Jet Fuel Export Surges 770% in 2 Years Amid Rising Global Demand

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[This Day] NNPC lists achievements, says crude oil trading raised to 5-year high

Kenya: KHRC Threatens Legal Action Against Uda Over Alleged Tax Evasion and Misuse of Public Funds

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has announced plans to sue the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing the party of large-scale tax evasion, financial mismanagement, and violations of labour laws based on findings by the Auditor-General.

Kenya: NTSA Steps Up Nationwide Road Safety Crackdown After Fatal Mai Mahiu-Narok Crash

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Transport and Safety Authority has intensified nationwide road safety enforcement following a fatal road crash along the Mai Mahiu-Narok Road that claimed several lives.

Nigeria: Fixing the Infrastructural Rot in Nigerian Varsities

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[Premium Times] The absence of international faculty and students in our universities, and their poor showing in global rankings, speaks a lot about their inadequacies in knowledge production.

Lesotho: Women Weavers - the Backbone of Lesotho's Textile Legacy

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[GroundUp] For many of the weavers, the work is more than a livelihood, it is a legacy

Nigeria: 2027 - Opposition's Joint Presidential Ticket Causes Stir

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[Vanguard] THE vow of leading opposition leaders, on Saturday, to present a joint presidential candidate against President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2027 caused a stir in the polity, yesterday.

Kenya: Running Battles Erupt in Kisumu As Linda Mwananchi Rally Sparks Unrest

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[Capital FM] Kisuimu -- Tension gripped parts of Kisumu on Sunday after the Linda Mwananchi brigade forced its way into Kondele following running battles between police and protesting youths.

South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Lead Freedom Day Commemoration

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[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to lead the national Freedom Day commemoration which will be held in Bloemfontein in the Free State on Monday.

Africa: All of Africa Today - April 27, 2026

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South Africa: Minister Announces Withdrawal of Draft AI Policy

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[SAnews.gov.za] Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has announced the withdrawal of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy following an internal process.

Mali defence chief killed as key town reportedly falls to separatists

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Mali's ruling military junta has announced two days of national mourning after coordinated attacks killed the country’s defense minister and reportedly left a key northern town in rebel hands.

Zimbabwe: 'Extra Years Are Not Always a Blessing' - Warns VP Chiwenga, Invokes Biblical Verse Amid CAB3 Controversy

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[New Zimbabwe] Vice President Constantino Chiwenga last Saturday used the biblical story of King Hezekiah to comment on political tenure, telling a Roman Catholic congregation in Murewa, Mashonaland East province, that "extra years are not always a blessing."

South Africa: Slain KwaZulu-Natal Family Members Laid to Rest - South African News Briefs - April 27, 2026

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'Green coal' offers Chad a cleaner and cheaper alternative to coal and wood

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In Chad, consumers are using 'green coal' as a cheaper and cleaner alternative to wood and coal.

Somalia: Somaliland President Condemns White House Dinner Shooting, Backs Trump

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[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa -- Somaliland's President Dr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro on Sunday strongly condemned the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, expressing solidarity with the United States and voicing support for Donald Trump.

Kenya: President Ruto Defends Reform Agenda, Promises Solutions to Kenya's Challenges

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[Capital FM] Tharaka Nithi -- President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to addressing the challenges facing Kenyans, saying the government is focused on delivering solutions rather than shifting blame.

Kenya: Batuk Soldiers Join Charity Run to Support Girls' Menstrual Hygiene in Laikipia

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[Capital FM] Laikipia -- Soldiers from the British Army Training Unit Kenya joined dozens of volunteers over the weekend in a 10-kilometre charity run aimed at raising awareness on menstrual hygiene and supporting vulnerable girls and women in Laikipia County.

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