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Protesters in South Africa call for stricter immigration laws and border controls

Africanews  

A controversial civic group took to the streets of Durban on Wednesday to demand the immediate arrest of illegal immigrants.

South Africa's top cop to be charged in corruption case

Africanews  

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has been served with a summons to appear in court next month, said a spokesman for South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority

Senegal appeal to be heard 'as swiftly as possible'

BBC News Africa  

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) says it will rule on Senegal's appeal against being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title "as swiftly as possible".

In search of gas supplies: Italian Prime Minister Meloni visits Algiers

Africanews  

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni travelled to Algiers on Wednesday. It is her second visit to Algeria since taking office and Meloni comes with clear goals: more gas supplies and tighter relations.

South Africa's police chief to appear in court over controversial health contract

BBC News Africa  

South African authorities declined to disclose the charges he will face when he stands in the dock.

Food security concerns mount as Iran war hurts fertilizer trade

Africanews  

Countries like Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, and Mozambique rely heavily on imported fertilizers - much of it coming through the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, fertilizer use across the region is already among the lowest in the world

Nigeria: Three Killed, Many Injured As Violence Erupts in Nasarawa Community

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[Premium Times] The incident, which occurred around 9 a.m. in the Aso A area of the community on Wednesday, reportedly began as a dispute between a mobile police officer and a herder

Nigeria: Nigeria Unveils HIV Prevention Plan, Shifts Focus Beyond Treatment

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[Premium Times] The launch is a response to evolving infection patterns and a move to address gaps in the country's HIV response.

Kenya: Court of Appeal Dismisses Ara Bid to Freeze Sonko Wealth, Cite 'Negative Order' Principle

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Court of Appeal has dismissed an attempt by the Assets Recovery Agency (ARA) to freeze millions linked to former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, ruling that there was effectively "nothing to stay" following an earlier High Court decision.

Nigeria: Gov Speaks As Terrorists Gun Down Soldiers in Kebbi

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[Daily Trust] Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has expressed shock over the killing of some soldiers in the state.

South Africa: Chaos in Parliament As Debate On New Lottery Board Chair Explodes

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[GroundUp] Debate on a shortlist of three candidates was suspended, then postponed, after MK and EFF MPs repeatedly raised points of order

Africa: Kigali Set to Host Africa CEO Forum in May

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[New Times] The 2026 Africa CEO Forum, scheduled for May 14-15 in Kigali, will centre discussions on how Africa can achieve large-scale economic growth through shared ownership and cross-border collaboration.

Rwanda: Kagame Backs Revival of Muslims' Morning Call to Prayer

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[New Times] President Paul Kagame has reassured Muslims in Rwanda that their morning call to prayer will return. The call had been affected as local government institutions implemented measures to curb noise pollution in Kigali and beyond.

UN migration agency says 2025 was deadliest year on Red Sea migrant route

Africanews  

The IOM says the number of people who died or went missing on this route doubled to 922.

Saudi Pro League, the US or Europe - what are Salah's options?

BBC News Africa  

Liverpool reporter Aadam Patel analyses what Mohamed Salah's next move might be following the forward's announcement that he is to leave the club this summer.

Uganda: economy expanded by 8.5% in last quarter in December

Africanews  

Strong consumer demand and high activity in sectors such as construction drove Uganda's economy to expand by 8.5% during the financial quarter that ended in December 2025.

Kenya finalises trade deal with China as they deepen bilateral ties

Africanews  

Among the deals was an agreement that will grant Kenya duty-free and quota-free access to the Chinese market starting in May.

Kenya: Wandayi Warns Oil Firms Against Hoarding, Cites Licence Risk

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has warned Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) against hoarding fuel, saying offenders risk losing their licences.

Liberia: Liberia's Fragile Borders Exposed As Tensions Renew Calls for Reform

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[Liberian Investigator] Published: March 25, 2026

Kenya: Death Toll From Ongoing Floods Climb to 88, Police Say

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The death toll from ongoing floods across the country has risen to 88 as torrential rains continue to batter several parts of the country, the National Police Service (NPS) said on Wednesday.

Senegal denies secret €650M borrowing allegations

Africanews  

Debt-laden Senegal has denied a report in the Financial Times that it covertly borrowed 650 million euros ($754 million) to avoid a default, saying it acted in line with "market transparency rules".

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