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Nigeria: Nigeria Risks Falling Behind Without Sustainable Technology, Experts Warn

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[Premium Times] "Nigeria has the talent, the sunlight, and the need, but the speed is missing. We can either lead Africa's green revolution or watch others define it..."

Ethiopia: Over Five Killed in Bus Attack in Gambella - Residents Attribute Assault to Murle Militants From South Sudan

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[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- At least five people were killed and several others injured in an armed attack on a passenger bus in Ethiopia's Gambella Region on Sunday, 25 May 2025. The bus, which was carrying 47 passengers from Dimma district to Pinyudo town in Gog district, came under gunfire in what residents say was a cross-border assault by suspected "Murle fighters" from South Sudan.

Kenya: 'No Danger of Losing CHAN,' Mvurya Assures Amid Fears Over Kenya Readiness to Co-Host Competition

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[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has dismissed concerns that Kenya is not ready to host the Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) in August this year.

West Africa: Politics and Religion in Liberia - Why the Senate Must Proceed With Caution On Religious Holiday Legislation Amid Rising Jihadist Influence in West Africa

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[FrontPageAfrica] The recent reemergence of the debate in the Liberian Senate regarding the establishment of separate Christian and Muslim public holidays has stirred significant public discourse--and rightfully so. While the proposal, backed by several senators, appears to be an effort to promote religious inclusion, it risks inflaming dormant religious tensions and potentially opening the door to unintended consequences. At a time when jihadist movements are rapidly expanding in West Africa, the need for caution,

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Families Turn the Tide On Early Malnutrition Detection and Treatment Amidst Devastating Droughts

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[Nigeria Health Watch] Barbara Chabanda, 34, still recalls when her baby fell sick during last year's El Niño-induced drought in Buhera, 222 kilometres from Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe. Her baby, who was 12 months at the time, had significant weight loss, fatigue and reduced appetite. She had no idea what it was at first, "I thought it was malaria," the mother of seven said. "I was so confused and stressed. I was wondering what could be wrong with my baby."

West Africa: Ghana Stock Exchange Outperforms West Africa With Over 30 Percent Q1 Gain

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[Daba Finance] TLDR

Somalia: Sharif Thanks Erdogan for Turkey's Support During India Standoff, Vows to Boost Ties in Key Sectors

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[Radio Dalsan] Islamabad -- In a high-profile diplomatic engagement amid rising regional tensions, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on Sunday to reinforce strategic ties and thank Turkey for its diplomatic backing during Pakistan's recent military standoff with India.

Somalia: PM Xamsa Barre Lauds Ministry of Religious Affairs for Leadership in Public Service Reform During Inspection Visit

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[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu -- Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, paid an official inspection visit to the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs on Sunday, highlighting its performance as a national example of institutional reform and public service delivery.

Egypt: Somali Amb. Praises Egypt's Support for His Country

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[Egypt Online] Somalia's Ambassador to Egypt and permanent representative to the Arab League Ali Abdi Aware thanked on Monday, May 26, 2025 Egypt for its relentless efforts, under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, to support his country amid the challenges it is facing.

Egypt: Egypt to Deepen U.S. Energy Partnerships

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[Egypt Online] Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi affirmed on Monday, May 26, 2025 the country's readiness to expand partnerships with US energy firms to support their growth across Africa. Speaking at the Egypt-US Policy Leaders Forum 2025, he highlighted Egypt's strategic ties with 57 international oil companies and described the nation as a gateway to the continent.

Visa denied: African travellers hit hard by soaring Schengen rejections

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This year alone, the Schengen zone, made up of 29 European countries including France, Germany, and Spain, received more than 11.7 million short-stay visa applications.

Doctor’s nine children killed in Israeli airstrike, Gaza Officials Say

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A Gaza doctor's husband and sole surviving child are being treated in a Khan Younis hospital after an Israeli airstrike destroyed her home, claiming the lives of nine of her ten children.

Conflict and disease put a strain on South Sudan's fragile healthcare system

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The country is facing a cholera outbreak, among other medical challenges.

“Webb Fontaine Summit 2025: Innovate the Future” brought together 20 countries in Dubai

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Webb Fontaine Summit (WebbFontaine.com) with the theme “Innovate The Future” took place between May 12&13 in Dubai, bringing together 40 ministerial,

Ugandan army accuses German envoy of 'subversive activities'

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The highly unusual attack came after the ambassador reportedly raised concerns about the army chief.

Al Ahli Tripoli and APR win again, Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs in South Africa set

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Al Ahli Tripoli (Libya) beat MBB (South Africa) 102-73 and APR (Rwanda) defeated Nairobi City Thunder (Kenya) 77-74 and the Basketball Africa League (BAL)

What’s on the cybersecurity horizon: Kaspersky shares cybersecurity trends for the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa

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At its annual Cyber Security Weekend for the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region, Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za) Global Research and Analysis

Mozambique Launches e-Phyto System To Automate License Issuance For Plant Product Exports And Boost Market Competitiveness

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The new e-Phyto system now provides a fully paperless process, covering application submission,  online payment, document review, inspection scheduling,

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Secures 9 Strategic Deals and Agreements worth more than USD 700 Million to Spur Development across its Member States at the 2025 Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Annual Meetings

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The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of

Nigeria: Zaaki Azzay Debunks Rumors of Being Wanted By Police, Vows Legal Action Against Defamation

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[Vanguard] Veteran Nigerian musician, Zaaki Azzay, has strongly denied reports making rounds on social media that he is on the run or has been declared wanted by the police in connection with a financial misconduct case.

West Africa: MFWA to Launch EU-Funded Media Support Project in Guinea-Bissau

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[MFWA] The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), in partnership with Reporters Sans Frontières (RSF) and Fondation Hirondelle (FH), will officially launch a new European Union-funded project in Guinea-Bissau on Monday, May 26, 2025. The 18-month initiative, titled "Promote and Protect Democracy by Safeguarding Freedom of Opinion and Expression and Combating Mis/Disinformation in Guinea-Bissau" seeks to address growing threats to press freedom and rising levels of disinformation in the country.

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