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Tanzania: Tanzania's Black Rhino Population Soars to 263

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[Daily News] Tanzania has achieved a significant milestone in wildlife conservation, successfully increasing its black rhino population from 162 in 2015 to 263 in 2024.

Motorcyclists gather in their thousands at Fatima shrine for blessing of the helmets

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The blessing of the helmets has become one of the great events and one of the great pilgrimages to Fatima's shrine in recent years. This year’s was the largest ever.

World Rhino Day: Africa still needs to step up efforts to preverse the species

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According to a report by the International Rhino Foundation, white rhino populations increased from 15,942 to 17,464 in 2023. But greater one-horned rhinos as well as black rhinos did not see similar growth.

South Sudanese aspire for long lasting peace despite election delay

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While South Sudan’s cultural diversity was on show at an International Peace Day event in Juba, it was the collective desire for peace, democracy and a brighter future that attracted most attention.

Tanzania: New Road Project to Boost Ruaha National Park Accessibility

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[Daily News] Iringa -- THE construction of the 104- kilometres Iringa-Msembe Road, estimated to cost of 142.56bn/-, is expected to significantly boost tourism in the Southern Highlands, particularly in Ruaha National Park, by facilitating easier access for visitors.

Uganda: DNA Debacle - Katanga Trial Exposes Forensic Failures

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[Nile Post] The presiding judge, Isaac Muwata, is expected to rule on the admissibility of the disputed police form on September 26, 2024. This decision could have broader implications for the future of forensic evidence used in Uganda's courts.

Tunisia: UN Summit of the Future - Tunisia Calls for Reform of International Governance Mechanisms

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[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis, September 23 -- Tunisia is calling for a reform of global governance mechanisms and a new approach to international cooperation, Mohamed Ali Nafti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, said in New York on Sunday.

Africa: Florence Otedola Makes History As First British-Nigerian to Host Unga's Opening Session

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[This Day] Says she's passionate about quality education for young people

Nigeria: Hippopotamus Kills Man in Kebbi

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[Vanguard] A hippopotamus on Sunday attacked and killed a fisherman at Yauri river, in Yauri local government area of Kebbi.

Nigeria: Adamawa Confirms Cholera Outbreak As 15 Persons Confirmed Killed

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[Vanguard] Yola--Fifteen persons have been confirmed killed in Adamawa State, in a cholera outbreak.

Namibia: Police Officer Dies in Fire At Windhoek Prison

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[Namibian] Namibian Police deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi says a police officer died in a fire at police barracks next to Windhoek Correctional Facility on Sunday morning.

Aircraft displays thrill visitors at South Africa's annual aerospace exhibition

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Hundreds of aviation enthusiasts braved the cold weather on Saturday to watch a display of various aircraft and see exhibitions show casing some of the latest aviation and drone technologies at the Africa Aerospace and Defence Trade and Exhibition 2024.

Aircraft displays thrill visitors at South Africa's annual aerospace show

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Hundreds of aviation enthusiasts braved the cold weather on Saturday to watch a display of various aircraft and see exhibitions show casing some of the latest aviation and drone technologies at the Africa Aerospace and Defence Trade and Exhibition 2024.

Tanzania: Eacop Engages Indigenous Communities to Discuss Pipeline Project Development

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[Daily News] Arusha -- ARUSHA: THE East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project met with traditional leaders from indigenous groups (VEG-IP) as part of its quarterly review meeting to discuss the implementation of international laws that respect the rights of indigenous peoples, particularly their heritage, resources and cultures.

South Africa: Roads Reopened to Traffic After Snowfall

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[SAnews.gov.za] Government has announced that all roads affected by the recent snowstorm, including the N3 Toll Route, have now been reopened to traffic.

Africa: Bill Gates On the Race to Nourish a Warming World

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[Capital FM] When historians write about the first quarter of the 21st century, I think they may sum it up this way: Twenty years of unprecedented progress followed by five years of stagnation.

Kenya: Kenya's Ruto Calls for Urgent Reforms in Global Governance and Financing At UN General Assembly

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[Capital FM] Kenyan President William Ruto has called for radical reforms in global governance and financial systems to avert a looming sustainable development crisis.

Uganda: Uganda Strengthens Counter-Terrorism Efforts With Strategic Communications Training

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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), in collaboration with the European Union and Uganda's National Counter-Terrorism Centre, concluded a three-day workshop in Kampala on September 19th.

Nigeria: Govt Reviews Legal Frameworks to Safeguard Nigeria's Biodiversity

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[This Day] Abuja -- The Federal Government has said it is currently reviewing the nation's legal frameworks, among other steps, to safeguard the country's biodiversity and curb the illegal activities that is presently threatening Nigeria's wildlife and natural heritage.

Zimbabwe: Vice President Chiwenga Vows to Eradicate Endemic Corruption

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[New Zimbabwe] VICE President Constantino Chiwenga has underscored the country's ongoing commitment to eradicating corruption through robust legislative measures and public-private collaboration.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Wildlife Authority Insists On 200 Elephants Cull to Feed Drought-Ravaged Population, Preserve Ecology

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[New Zimbabwe] ZIMBABWE National Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) director general, Fulton Mangwanya has announced that culling of elephants will go ahead despite strong criticism and from some conservationists.

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