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Ouattara sworn in for fourth term

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Côte d'Ivoire’s Alassane Ouattara was recently sworn in for a fourth presidential term following an October election he won with 89% of the vote.

Africa: All of Africa Today - December 9, 2025

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Benin: Coup - Three Benin Soldiers Declared Wanted

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[Premium Times] Mr Pascal, who is a lieutenant colonel, was declared wanted alongside two other soldiers.

Authorities in Tanzania warn people to stay at home ahead of planned Independence Day protests

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Authorities in Tanzania are warning people to stay at home on Tuesday, saying that protests planned to mark the country’s Independence Day are unlawful and constitute an attempted coup.

South Africa: Heavy Storms, Lightning Expected Across Gauteng - South African News Briefs - December 9, 2025

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Congo-Kinshasa: Democratic Republic of the Congo Cholera Outbreak Is Declared Country's Worst in 25 Years

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[Unicef] Kinshasa -- UNICEF warns about the devastating impact as children account for nearly one in four cases

Tanzania: Authorities Must Protect Right to Protest Ahead of Nationwide Demonstrations

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[AI London] Protests are expected following post-election violence last month

Liberia: 'A Quiet Earthquake' - in Major Blow, Sweden Plans Exit As Largest Remaining Bilateral Donor

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Central Africa: 'Life By Life' - UN in West and Central Africa Launches $5.1 Billion Aid Appeal With Urgent Call for Global Solidarity Over Indifference

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[OCHA] The UN and partners are appealing for $5.1 billion to deliver essential lifesaving aid and protection in West and Central Africa. Funding shortfalls have forced humanitarians to shrink the response and make tough choices about where to focus efforts and who can be supported among the most vulnerable communities.

Africa: AFRAA Marks New Era of African Aviation As Free Route Airspace Takes Flight in West and Central Africa

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[Afreximbank] Nairobi, Kenya -- The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) heralds a transformative milestone in African aviation with the full operational deployment of Free Route Airspace (FRA) in the Western and Central Africa (WACAF) region, effective 30 October 2025.

Sudan: UN Chief Condemns Deadly Strikes On Children's Nursery, Hospital

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[UN News] As Sudan's civil war intensified on Monday, top UN officials condemned the killing of dozens of children in drone strikes in South Kordofan state - and the targeting of first responders trying to help the wounded.

Zambia: Can Zambia Capitalise On Intensifying Great Power Rivalry?

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[ISS] To advance development while safeguarding its sovereignty, Zambia must navigate competition from China, the EU and the US.

People in Benin felt 'total fear' at attempted coup

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Residents of the main city express shock after soldiers tried to overthrow the president.

2026 World Cup 'Pride Match' to feature Egypt and Iran

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A 2026 World Cup fixture designated by organisers as an LGBTQ+ 'Pride Match' will feature two countries where homosexuality is illegal.

Benin’s army foils coup attempt

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Benin’s government has successfully foiled an attempted military coup, with President Patrice Talon condemning the “senseless adventure” by a faction

SA firms back Congo infrastructure project

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A consortium of major South African financial institutions and private equity firms, including Standard Bank and Nedbank, is investing $600 million

Nigeria secures release of abducted students

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Authorities in Nigeria have announced the release of 100 schoolchildren who were among hundreds abducted from a Catholic boarding school last month.

Water from thin air

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University of Sydney’s breakthrough paint that cools and harvests water

EuroSuit

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Decathlon’s intra-vehicular space suit prototype

Casa Italia

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Nick Vinson in collaboration with Avanti Architects, has reimagined the Italian Embassy at 4 Grosvenor Square in London.

Chasing Sunbeams

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UK artist Morag Myerscough unveils a new installation experience

San Jose Update