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Kenya: Kenya's Standard Newspaper Didn't Publish Headline Labelling Former Deputy President 'The Tribal Warlord' - Front Page Fabricated

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[Africa Check] Kenya's Standard newspaper didn't publish headline labelling former deputy president 'The Tribal Warlord' - front page fabricated

Kenya: Gachagua Links Mandera Killings to Alleged Jubaland Incursion Into Kenya

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has linked the killing of six civilians in Mandera to an alleged incursion by Jubaland forces operating inside Kenyan territory.

One month before kick-off, questions swirl around 2026 FIFA World Cup

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One month before the beginning of the much-anticipated FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada. Several teams are now preparing for the tournament, with 48 teams set to descend in various cities and countries for the first-ever World Cup hosted by three countries.

Kenya: President Ruto Signs Income Tax, Sez and Technopolis Bills Into Law

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has signed into law the Income Tax Bill, the Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill, and the Technopolis Bill at State House, Nairobi.

Nigeria: Federal Govt Hands Over Construction of Carter Bridge to CCECC

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[Leadership] The Federal Government has officially handed over the construction of a brand-new Carter Bridge in Lagos to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC).

South Africa: Somebody Call Hasina

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[Bhekisisa] By all accounts, Hasina Subedar is who you call when you need to roll out, well, anything new in public health. Known for her grit, grace and humour, the non-conformist middle child from Pietermaritzburg started out as a nurse 30 years ago. She is now responsible for getting the game-changer medication for HIV prevention into 360 clinics around the country.

Kenya: France to Host African Summit in Kenya, in Bid to 'Diversify Alliances'

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[RFI] Paris - France is bringing together French and African business and political leaders in Nairobi, Kenya, on Monday at the Africa Forward summit - the first time it has staged such an event in an English-speaking country.

Mali: Lens and Mali Midfielder Sangaré Wins Marc-Vivien Foé Prize for African Players

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[RFI] Malian midfielder Mamadou Sangaré has been crowned the 2026 Prix Marc-Vivien Foé winner, as Ligue 1's outstanding African player.

Kenya: Smartphones May Become Luxury Items Under New Finance Bill Tax

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government risks deepening the digital divide after the Finance Bill, 2026 proposed a 25 per cent excise duty on mobile phones, a move likely to push smartphones further out of reach for millions of low-income households and informal workers who rely on the devices for business, education and access to government services.

Passengers evacuated from Hantavirus-affected cruise ship

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Passengers evacuated from the hantavirus‑stricken cruise ship MV Hondius began flying home on military and government aircraft after the vessel anchored in Tenerife, with one American testing positive and a French traveller developing symptoms during their separate repatriation flights on Sunday.

Uganda: Lower Health Facilities Operating At 39 Percent Staffing Level - Health Minister

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[Nile Post] Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng has disclosed that many lower health facilities across Uganda are operating at just 39 percent staffing levels, a gap she says is significantly undermining healthcare delivery.

Uganda: Uganda Faces Critical Shortage of Specialist Doctors - Aceng

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[Nile Post] Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng has raised concern over Uganda's growing shortage of specialist doctors, warning that the gap is straining the country's capacity to deliver advanced and specialised healthcare services.

Nigeria: Plateau Killings - Death Toll Hits 12, Policeman Among Victims

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[Leadership] The death toll from Saturday's attacks on communities in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State has risen to 10.

Africa: Women's Leadership Essential to Sustaining Progress Made in Immunization in Africa

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[allAfrica] As global attention shifts to other priorities and resources dwindle, it is vital to protect the systems and people who have ensured success against polio in Africa.

Africa Forward Summit: France seeks fresh start with Africa

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French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off a visit to Kenya on Sunday ahead of the Africa Forward Summit, a gathering meant to showcase France’s new policy for the continent — a shift from a former colonial power seen as dominating to what Paris describes as a partnership of equals.

Africa: All of Africa Today - May 11, 2026

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South Africa: American Missionary Speaks Out a Year After His Five-Day Kidnapping Ordeal

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[Daily Maverick] American missionary Josh Sullivan, a year after his harrowing kidnapping ordeal, shares his journey of faith and recovery, highlighting the harsh realities of crime in South Africa.

Uganda: Three Officers Arrested Over Death, Secret Burial of Congolese National in Kisoro

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[Nile Post] Police in Kisoro District are investigating the death of a 30-year-old Congolese national who allegedly died in police custody before being secretly buried under unclear circumstances.

Kenya: DP Kindiki Seeks to Cross-Examine Dr Gikonyo in Gachagua Impeachment Case

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has moved to court seeking permission to cross-examine cardiologist Dr Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo over a supplementary affidavit filed in the impeachment case involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Kenya: Countdown to Polls As IEBC Receives Ballot Papers for May 14 By-Elections

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Monday morning received three pallets containing ballot papers and statutory election forms at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ahead of the May 14, 2026 by-elections in three electoral areas across the country.

Africa: Opinion - Africa Forward Summit Signals a New Era in Africa-Europe Relations

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[Capital FM] As Nairobi hosts the Africa Forward Summit 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Kenya finds itself at the centre of one of the most important diplomatic and economic conversations between Africa and Europe in recent years.

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