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Uganda: Government Calls for Stronger Action to Secure Clean, Safe Water for All

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[Nile Post] The Commissioner for Water Resources Planning and Regulation, Callist Tindimugaya, has emphasized the indispensable role of water in human survival, economic development, and national productivity, calling for strengthened efforts to ensure universal access to clean and safe water across Uganda.

Kenya: 32 Drought-Stricken Counties Need Food, Livestock Interventions - DP Kindiki

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Thirty-two counties are in urgent need of human and livestock food interventions following the poor performance of the October to December short rains, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said.

Kenya: Muteti Freed On Sh15,000 Bail After Denying Publishing Incendiary Post

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Boniface Mulinge Muteti pleaded not guilty over allegations of disseminating false information on social media.

Liberia: Bucky Raw, Public Trust, and the Fragility of Justice in Liberia

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[FrontPageAfrica] The arrest Liberian hip hop artist Karwoudou Cole -- known to the world as Bucky Raw -- has ignited a debate that extends far beyond the confines of the courtroom. What began as an alleged drug-related offense has become a national reflection on justice, fairness, and the integrity of institutions tasked with upholding the law. In the glare of public attention, the case exposes not only procedural questions about the application of the law but also deeper anxieties about selective justice, political

Liberia: UN Chief Reaffirms Support for War Crimes Court Office - Urges Civil Society to Unite As Internal Rift Goes Public

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Nigeria: While Trump Threatens, Attacks Nigeria, American Officials, Agencies Partner With Nigerian Counterparts

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[Premium Times] The US President, in late October, declared Nigeria a 'Country of Particular Concern' over allegations of Christian genocide.

Nigeria: Malami Accuses EFCC of Witch-Hunt, Demands Chairman's Recusal

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[Vanguard] Abuja -- ...Says probe tainted by conflict of interest

DRC rebels announce conditional withdrawal from Uvira amid peace pressure

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While the announcement signals a potential step toward calm, Congolese authorities have yet to confirm the withdrawal, and analysts warn that the situation remains fragile. Fighting continues in other parts of eastern Congo, where insecurity and humanitarian needs remain severe.

Morocco: Morocco Flash Floods Leave 37 Dead

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[DW] Sudden and heavy rainfall in Safi, Morocco, led to deadly flash-floods on Sunday. Forecasters are predicting more rain in the country.

Africa: How Africa Can Halt the 'New Wave' of Coups

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[DW] Coups in Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, an attempted coup in Benin: Africa has had a turbulent 2025. Why have coups become so frequent?

Former Congolese rebel leader jailed in landmark French verdict

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More than sixty victims and witnesses testified, many describing years of suffering endured by communities targeted during the operation.

South Africa: Cape Town Sewage Dispute at Appeals Panel - South African News Briefs - December 16, 2025

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Africa: Rwanda Maintains Top Spot in Africa's Visa Openness Rankings

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[New Times] Rwanda has retained its position as the most visa-open country in Africa, according to the 2025 Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI). The country has held the top spot since 2023 due to its visa-free regime.

Congo-Kinshasa: Fighting Sexual and Digital Violence in Ituri - Progress, but Persistent Challenges

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[Monusco] Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), including digital violence, continues to affect many communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite actions taken by MONUSCO and its partners, NGOs and associations working in the field believe that prevention and support mechanisms remain insufficient given the scale of the phenomenon, particularly in Ituri province.

Eritrea: UN Urges Release of 10,000 Arbitrarily Detained in Eritrea

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[RFI] The United Nations on Monday called for the unconditional release of the estimated 10,000 people arbitrarily detained in Eritrea, including politicians, journalists and students.

Zimbabwe: Govt to Roll Out Twice-Yearly HIV Injection in Major Prevention Push

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[263Chat] Zimbabwe is preparing to place at least 46 500 people on a long-acting HIV prevention drug early next year marking the country's first rollout of Lenacapavir a twice-yearly injectable that offers sustained protection against HIV.

Kenya: Govt Targets Food Relief for 2.1 Million Kenyans in 32 Drought Hit Counties

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said the government is implementing various interventions to support Kenyans affected by the prolonged drought reported in several parts of the country.

South Africa: City of Cape Town Is a Step Closer to Operating Train Services

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[GroundUp] Council approves business plan but devolution of rail will depend on funding from the Treasury

South Africa: Solution to Dunoon's Railway Occupation Foiled

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[GroundUp] People living on Transnet land were meant to be relocated in 2013. But the plan stalled when more people moved onto the railway tracks.

Nigeria: Group Writes U.S. Ambassador, Seeks Removal of Matawalle As Minister

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[Leadership] A civil society group, Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development, has written to the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, urging diplomatic engagement with President Bola Tinubu to scrap the Office of the Minister of State for Defence, and remove its current holder, Hon. Bello Matawalle, in the interest of effective coordination of the Ministry of Defence.

Nigeria: 'Sheath Your Swords, We'll Sort Things Out', Reps Tell Dangote, NMDPRA

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[Leadership] The House of Representatives has resolved to stop the hostility between Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), evident by allegations and counter-claims involving the two entities.

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