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Liberia: Govt Takes Steps to Improve Extension Services

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[Liberian Observer] Despite the Liberian government's efforts to support extension, delivery remains challenging.

Kenya: President Ruto Pledges to Expand School Feeding Program Across Kenya

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has pledged to expand school feeding program across Kenya, particularly in informal settlements and marginalized areas, to boost student enrollment and performance.

Liberia: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Center Celebrates 5yrs

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[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- It was a colorful, exciting, and joyous moment when several local and international dignitaries from Africa and beyond gathered to celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (EJS) Center.

Nigeria: Hadi Sirika's Trial, Obasa's Suit, Another Big Cases to Look Out for This Week

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[Premium Times] The cases have also spent between two months and three years in courts.

Nigeria: Governor Sanwo-Olu Launches Africa's First AI Feature Film 'Makemation'

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[Premium Times] The film features an impressive cast, including Nollywood veterans RMD, Tony Umez, Shaffy Bello, Ibrahim Chatta, Toyin Afolayan, and Ali Nuhu.

Nigeria: El-Rufai Quits APC, Joins Another Party

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[Premium Times] Mr El-Rufai says he will rally other opposition leaders across the country to join his new party to challenge the APC in all elections and bye-elections between now and 2027.

Ethiopia: DDR Program in Tigray to Resume This Week, NRC Cites Resolution of 'Technical and Political' Issues

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[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The National Rehabilitation Commission (NRC) announced that Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) activities in Tigray, which had been suspended due to "certain technical and political reasons," will resume this week at demobilization centers in Mekelle and Edaga Hamus.

ECOWAS successfully concludes the 13th ECOWAS African wrestling tournament (TOLAC 2025)

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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to regional integration, cultural preservation, and gender inclusion with

Uganda: Regional parliamentary forum pushing for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

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A delegation from the Forum of Parliamentarians in the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (PF-ICGLR) is in Uganda as part of a fact-finding

The Government of Egypt revives its national flour fortification programme in collaboration with World Food Programme (WFP) to prevent the spread of iron deficiency anaemia

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The Egyptian Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade (MOSIT), the Ministry of Health and Population (MOHP), and the National Nutrition Institute (NNI), with

Trump aid cuts: Ugandan authorities concerned as malaria season starts

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Malaria season kicks off this month across much of Africa. This disease remains the deadliest on the continent, particularly affecting children.

South Africa and India Schools of Government sign Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen capacity building and public sector excellence

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The National School of Government (NSG) and the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to foster

South Africa observes Commonwealth Day

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On 10 March 2025, member countries of the Commonwealth will commemorate Commonwealth Day. Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration observed by people all

US orders nonemergency government staff to leave South Sudan

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The travel advisory issued on Sunday stated that fighting was ongoing and that “weapons are readily available to the population.”

Delaney's sculptures transforming Johannesburg

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James Delaney aims for his vibrant metal sculptures in Johannesburg to uplift the mood of its gritty, sometimes dangerous neighbourhoods

Africa: Princeton in Africa Announces its 25th Anniversary Gala

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[PiAf] New York -- Princeton in Africa announces its 25th Anniversary Gala, to be held on Wednesday, April 23rd at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City. For the past 25 years, Princeton in Africa has maintained a stalwart commitment to developing young leaders who are committed to Africa's advancement. The organization connects highly-skilled, dedicated, and visionary individuals with some of Africa's most impactful organizations that are driving change in the fields of education, healthcare, humanitarian assistance,

South Africa: The Hate You Give - On Being Queer and Muslim in Cape Town

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[Bhekisisa] Following the killing of Muhsin Hendricks, the openly gay imam who created safe places for queer Muslims to practice their faith, Zackie Achmat reflects on the dangerous ways religious communities fuel hate -- and his own banning from the community over 30 years ago.

South Africa: The Welcome Dismissal of Crime Intelligence Boss Must Be Start of Mchunu's Rebuilding of the Unit

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[DA] The DA welcomes Police Minister's dismissal of Crime Intelligence boss.

South Africa: DA Welcomes Decline in Rhino Poaching but Calls for Sustained Action

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[DA] Rhino poaching in South Africa has shown a decline, though the numbers remain high and concerning.

Sudan: Over 2,700 Cholera Patients Treated, 92 Dead in Sudans White Nile State

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[MSF] Since 20 February, when the latest cholera outbreak started in Sudan's White Nile State, until 5 March, a total of 2,718 people have been admitted to the Ministry of Health cholera treatment centre at Kosti Teaching Hospital, supported by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). Sadly, 92 of these patients have died.

Somalia: Ethiopia Plans to Buy 6 Cargo Ships to Expand Trade Fleet

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[Shabelle] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia will purchase six new cargo ships to boost its maritime trade capabilities, the state-run Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Services Enterprise announced Thursday, a deal that could cost between 150 million US dollars and 250 million US dollars based on global market prices.

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