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Zimbabwe: New ZiG Banknotes Enter Circulation As Old Notes Set for Phase-Out

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[New Zimbabwe] The Reserve Bank Of Zimbabwe (RBZ) says all is set to roll out the new ZWG notes countrywide, Tuesday.

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Ships 17 Petrol Cargoes to African Countries As Global Supply Tightens

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[This Day] The Dangote refinery, Africa's largest, has increased export of petrol and urea to African countries hit by supply disruptions caused by the Iran war, its owner, Aliko Dangote said yesterday.

Zimbabwe: Mutendi Defends Decision to Accept 'Dirty' Gifts From Chivayo, Says He Wants More

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[New Zimbabwe] BISHOP Nehemiah Mutendi of the Zion Christian Church (ZCC) has spoken against people questioning why he continues to receive gifts from businessman Wicknell Chivayo.

Zimbabwe: 'The Foolishness in Attending to Voice Dissent' - Zanu-PF Blames Opposition for Public Hearings Chaos

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[New Zimbabwe] ZANU PF Treasurer, Patrick Chinamasa, has stopped short of labelling the recently held public hearings on the Constitutional Amendment Bill number 3 a ruling party event, accusing the opposition of causing chaos.

Senegal Under Scrutiny As Africa’s Debt Transparency Problem Deepens

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Senegal faces fresh scrutiny after undisclosed €650 million financing deals surfaced, adding to IMF findings that it significantly underreported debt and

Tanzania’s Three-Wheeled Taxi Drivers Turn To CNG For Cost And Time Savings

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In Tanzania, compressed natural gas (CNG) is emerging as a practical solution for drivers seeking to reduce costs, shorten working hours, and navigate rising

Africa: All of Africa Today - April 7, 2026

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Artemis II astronauts make history with record-breaking lunar flyby

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In a historic milestone for space exploration, NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are heading back to Earth after a groundbreaking journey around the far side of the Moon, marking humanity’s return to deep space since the Apollo era.

South Africa: Archbishop Makgoba Calls for Ban on Online Gambling - South African News Briefs - April 7, 2026

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Dangote refinery exports surge amid disruptions linked to the Iran war

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Nigeria’s Dangote refinery, Africa’s largest, is stepping into a critical role as fuel and fertiliser shortages ripple across the continent amid disruptions linked to the Iran war.

Somalia: Somalia President Attends Rally Backing One-Person-One-Vote Elections in Southwest

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[Shabelle] Baidoa, Somalia -- Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Monday joined a large gathering in Baidoa where women from the country's Southwest region voiced support for plans to introduce one-person-one-vote elections, officials said.

Nigeria: Nigerian Army Honours Maj-Gen. Akerejola With Colourful Pull-Out Ceremony

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[This Day] The Nigerian Army's Supply and Transport Barracks in Benin City on Saturday held a full-dress pull-out parade in honour of Major General Erema Akerejola, who retired after decades of meritorious service.

Somalia: Somali Forces Kill 12 Al-Shabaab Militants in Airstrikes Near Baidoa

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[Shabelle] Baidoa, Somalia -- Somali National Army, working alongside international partners, launched early morning airstrikes Monday in the Gasarta area, situated between Baidoa and Daynuunaay in the southern Bay region, officials said.

Kenya: Appeal Court Defers P&G, Kimberly-Clark Case Over Bench Constitution

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Court of Appeal of Kenya has deferred proceedings in a consumer case involving more than 2,800 Kenyans and global manufacturers Procter & Gamble and Kimberly-Clark.

Kenya: Ngong-Suswa Highway Completion a Game Changer for Regional Connectivity, Says Interior PS Omollo

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has hailed the completion of the Ngong-Suswa Highway as a "major milestone," describing it as a transformative development that will significantly enhance regional connectivity and spur economic growth.

Cameroon: Cameroon's Biya Appoints Son Vice President, Head of Armed Forces

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[Nile Post] Cameroon President Paul Biya has appointed his son, Franck Emmanuel Biya, to three of the country's most powerful positions, naming him Vice President of the Republic, Head of the Armed Forces, and Minister Delegate at the Ministry of Defence in a sweeping consolidation of executive and military authority.

Angola: At Least 29 People Died After Heavy Rain Battered Luanda and Benguela

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[ANGOP] Luanda -- At least 29 people have died following heavy rains in Angola's provinces of Luanda and Benguela, a report from the Civil Protection and Firefighters (SPCB) said on Monday.

Nigeria: Only 10.5% Women in Nigeria Have Formal Jobs - World Bank

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[Leadership] Nigeria's labour market continues to disadvantage women in formal employment, with just 10.5 per cent of employed women holding wage or salaried positions in 2025, per the World Bank's latest gender data report.

Nigeria: Relief for Nigeria's Oil Sector As Seplat Workers Halt Strike Action

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[This Day] There was a sense of relief in Nigeria's oil and gas sector at the weekend after senior workers at one of Nigeria's most prolific energy companies, Seplat, called off a strike action that would have negatively impacted Nigeria's efforts to raise oil production.

Nigeria: After 13 Years, Court Moves to Fast-Track N1.4bn Subsidy Fraud Case

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[This Day] Justice Ismail Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to conclude its prosecution within three months in the long-running N1.4 billion oil subsidy fraud case against Nadabo Energy Limited and its Managing Director, Abubakar Ali Peters.

Nigeria: Lagos Moves to Decongest Correctional Centres and Upgrade Facilities, Frees 43 Inmates

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[This Day] Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the release of 43 inmates from correctional centres across the State, as part of ongoing efforts to decongest custodial facilities and strengthen the criminal justice system. This follows the December 2025 release of 91 inmates, under similar measures.

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