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[The Point] Ousmane Sonko on Sunday sharply escalated political tensions within Senegal's ruling camp, openly preparing his militants for a possible confrontation with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and even a return to the opposition if what he described as PASTEF's governing principles are undermined.

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Finn Allen strikes an unbeaten century as New Zealand demolish 2024 runners-up South Africa by nine wickets to reach a second Men's T20 World Cup final

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Walid Regragui has stepped down as coach of Morocco's national football team, according to French newspaper L'Equipe.

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Judge Lucraft acknowledged the rapper’s “genuine remorse” and his charitable work, but said that record was overshadowed by the fatal decision to drink and drive, costing a young man his life.

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More than two dozen Doctors Without Borders workers remain unaccounted for a month after attacks in South Sudan, the medical charity said

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After several years marked by macroeconomic volatility, currency dislocation, and policy uncertainty, Nigeria is starting 2026 on a more stable footing. While

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[Vanguard] ABUJA -- President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday administered the oath of office to Tunji Disu, officially making him the 23rd Inspector-General of Police (IGP).

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Benin's former president Thomas Boni Yayi is stepping down as leader of the opposition Les Democrates party, citing health reasons.

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[Leadership] Nigerian singer David Adeleke, alias Davido, and his wife, Chioma, were enjoying quality time in Honolulu, Hawaii, unbothered about the 1 billion Naira lawsuit filed against the singer by the mother of his daughter, Imade, Sophia Momodu.

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[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has warned that Ethiopia will not tolerate what he described as any further attempt by the Eritrean government to destabilize the country, saying a renewed effort to do so "will be the last."

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[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- A group of 41 countries has expressed concern over what it described as a shrinking civic space and deteriorating press freedom in Ethiopia, cautioning that ongoing restrictions on fundamental rights risk undermining the conduct of free and fair elections as the country prepares for national polls scheduled for June.

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Securing access to rare earths and other strategic minerals has become a global priority given their batteries, green energy systems, military equipment and many other goods.

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NCPC say the measure is necessary to prioritise the "safety and comfort" of Nigerian pilgrims.

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France saw several small boats leave the beach at Gravelines at dawn, carrying migrants hoping to reach England.

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Following the deeply personal impact of her 2025 debut EP Still Me, Relebogile Mabotja unveils Still Me – Live, a stirring live recording

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Lebanon sees fresh Israeli airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs, with buildings hit in Haret Hreik after evacuation warnings.

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Nigeria's Centre for Disease Control is calling for stronger state-level action amid a worsening outbreak of Lassa fever.

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[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's federal parliament has formally approved the country's Official Constitution following the completion of a sweeping review and amendment process covering Chapters 1 through 13, marking a major milestone in the Horn of Africa nation's state-building efforts.

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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) has announced new fuel prices for March 2026, with diesel recording the highest increase compared to kerosene and petrol. The rise affects fuels imported through all major ports, including Dar es Salaam, Tanga, and Mtwara.

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[Nyasa Times] Malawi and four other nations within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have been excluded from a list of 43 "Global South" countries where Russia has reportedly banned recruiters from enlisting citizens to fight in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

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[Premium Times] According to the aviation minister, the first week of Nigeria's airport cashless policy will be reviewed to enhance efficiency, boost revenue, and curb corruption at airport payment points nationwide.