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Nigeria: Lagos Records Breakthrough in Routine, HPV Immunisation Drive With Vaxsocial Project

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[Vanguard] Lagos State has recorded a major breakthrough in routine and HPV immunisation awareness, and uptake through the Nigeria Vaccination Coverage (VaxSocial) - a digital demand generation initiative reaching a total of 191,520 caregivers, supporting 92,219 supported on their routine immunisation journey and 98,601 guided on their HPV vaccination journey.

Nigeria: Army Dismantles Bandit Enclaves, Kills Five in Sokoto-Zamfara Operation

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[Vanguard] SOKOTO--Troops of the 8 Division Garrison of the Nigerian Army have carried out a coordinated operation against armed bandit groups in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara States, resulting in the death of five suspected bandits and the recovery of arms and logistics.

Somalia: At Least 19 Killed in Borama Protests, Somaliland Authorities Say

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[Shabelle] Borama -- At least 19 people were killed and 214 others wounded in protests earlier this month in the northwestern Somaliland city of Borama after clashes between security forces and demonstrators, authorities said.

Russian bombs hit Zaporizhzhia, wounding 35 and intensifying frontline battles

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Ukraine saw fresh Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on 18 December that wounded dozens, while Odesa endured its longest blackout of the war after attacks on power networks.

Africa: Africa's Migrant Workers Still Trapped in Exploitation, ITUC Warns

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[Vanguard] Africa's migrant workers continue to face widespread exploitation, abuse and insecurity despite the existence of regional and global protection frameworks, the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has warned.

Africa’s Agricultural Future Will Rise Or Fall On Its Extension Workforce

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Across Africa, commitments under the CAADP Kampala Declaration call for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable food systems. Yet no declaration can succeed

Kenya: Nairobi Sounds Alarm Over Recruiters Luring Kenyans Into Russian War Effort

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[RFI] Kenya has pledged to crack down on overseas recruitment networks after hundreds of its citizens were lured to Russia with promises of work, only to be sent to military camps and, in some cases, the front line in Ukraine.

Sudan: UN says RSF killed 1,000 civilians in Zamzam refugee camp in April

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A UN report released on Thursday said that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) had killed at least 1,000 civilians during a three-day attack on the Zamzam refugee camp in Sudan's Darfur region last April.

Uganda: UPDF, Police Lead Community Clean-Up, Medical Outreach in Entebbe Ahead of Tarehe Sita

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[Nile Post] The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), in collaboration with the Uganda Police Force, on Tuesday carried out community service activities in Entebbe and surrounding areas as part of preparations for the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations, scheduled for 6 February 2026.

Algeria eyes new listings in 2026

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Algeria is preparing for a modest but symbolic boost to its capital markets, with regulators expecting up to three new initial public offerings in

Nigeria’s first electric-only plant powers up

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Nigeria’s removal of fuel subsidies in 2023 sent petrol prices soaring—and unexpectedly accelerated the country’s shift toward electric mobility. As

African startup funding surges in November

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Africa’s startup funding staged a powerful rebound in November 2025, with the top 10 companies raising $573 million—over 97% of the month’s

Namibia’s mining revenue shifts amid diamond decline

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Namibia’s mining revenue landscape is shifting as income from gold and uranium overtakes diamonds for the first time, following a sharp slump in

US backs Angola rail upgrade

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The United States has approved a $500 million loan to Angola to rehabilitate a critical railway, signaling a shift in Washington’s engagement with

South Africa intensifies energy transition

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South Africa has taken another step toward reshaping its energy mix after awarding 890 megawatts of new solar capacity under the seventh bid window

Malian court orders return of Barrick’s gold

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A Malian court has ordered the return of three metric tons of gold, valued at roughly $400 million, to Barrick Mining, easing a high-profile dispute

Why are Nigerians still struggling despite growth?

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While Nigeria’s recent economic reforms show promising macro-level results, including stronger growth and rising foreign reserves, daily life remains a

Africa: Africa Calls for Equitable Access to Long-Acting HIV Innovations At UNAIDS Meeting in Brazil

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- African countries have renewed calls for equitable, affordable, and timely access to long-acting HIV prevention and treatment innovations, warning that scientific breakthroughs alone will not end the epidemic without deliberate action to close access and affordability gaps.

Kenya: U.S. Warns Against Harassment of Officials After South Africa Detains Kenyan Visa Contractors

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United States has warned that it will not tolerate the harassment or public exposure of personal details of its officials abroad, condemning what it described as unacceptable actions by the South African government following a recent law enforcement operation in Johannesburg.

Africa: All of Africa Today - December 19, 2025

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South Africa: Four Questioned in DJ Warras Murder - South African News Briefs - December 19, 2025

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