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Kenya: 3 Arraigned Over Murder of 17-Year-Old Girl Who Refused Forced Marriage in Wajir

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Three suspects linked to the brutal killing of a 17-year-old girl who allegedly refused to marry a 55-year-old man in Wajir have been arraigned at the Garissa High Court.

Malawi: Hotel of Shame - Gland Palace Hotel in Mzuzu Rans a Ghost-Guest Scheme With MEC

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[Nyasa Times] In what appears to be a shameless heist of public resources, Gland Palace Hotel stands accused of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme to siphon funds from the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC)--money meant to support the smooth running of the 2025 elections.

Egypt: Egypt, Qatar Assert Full Commitment to Mediation Efforts Till Resolving Gaza Crisis

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[Egypt Online] Joint Statement (Cairo / Doha)

Cote d'Ivoire: Ivorian Water Utility Sodeci to Distribute Over $6m in 2024 Dividends

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[Daba Finance] TLDR

Cote d'Ivoire: TotalEnergies Côte d'Ivoire Unit Annual Profit Jumps 8 Percent

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[Daba Finance] TLDR

Cote d'Ivoire: Ivory Coast Rubber Producer Sogb Reports 149 Percent Profit Rise

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[Daba Finance] TLDR

Liberia: Women, Girls Still Face Harassment, Discrimination

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[Liberian Observer] The latest Afrobarometer survey highlights challenges faced by women and girls in Liberia, revealing that significant numbers are subjected to harassment and discrimination in various aspects of daily life.

Kenya: Govt Unveils Tech-Driven Compensation Plan to Tackle Human-Wildlife Conflict

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has unveiled a new digital compensation model designed to ease the burden of human-wildlife conflict on affected communities by streamlining payments, enhancing transparency, and accelerating claim resolution.

Gambia: Migration Myths - the Impact of Social Media On Gambian Dreams of Europe

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[Foroyaa] "I thought I'd find a job as soon as I landed, and my life would be perfect, just like the people I saw on Facebook," said Amadou Camara, a young Gambian who recently returned from a failed migration attempt. His story is not unique. For many Gambians, the dream of a better life in Europe has been shaped by social media and the myths that circulate on these platforms. However, the reality of migration is far different from the glamorous depictions that flood their feeds.

Cabo Verde’s Digital Transformation in full expansion with African Development Bank Support

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Cabo Verde marked a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey on Monday, 5 May, with the official inauguration of TechPark CV

Africa: OCP Africa and the Ministry of Agriculture Join Forces to Boost Agricultural Transformation in Zambia

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[OCP Africa] OCP Africa, a subsidiary of OCP Nutricrops, and the Ministry of Agriculture of Zambia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a large scale initiative aimed at accelerating the transformation of the agricultural sector in Zambia. This landmark agreement marks a new phase of cooperation to support farmer empowerment, promote sustainable practices, and drive productivity through innovative and localized solutions.

Zimbabwe’s Minister of Energy, Power to Deliver Keynote at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025

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The Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum is pleased to announce that Zimbabwe’s Minister of Energy and Power Development, July Moyo, will deliver a

Africa: OCP Africa and IDC Sign a Strategic Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Sustainable Agricultural Development in Zambia

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[OCP Africa] OCP Africa, a subsidiary of OCP Nutricrops, and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) of Zambia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore new avenues for collaboration in advancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in Zambia and beyond.

Cobalt Institute predicts demand increase of over 10 per cent in 2025

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It says the increase in demand is being driven by a significant global growth in electric vehicles sales.

South Sudan: Tonj East Communities Take Fragile Steps Toward Lasting Peace

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Years of persistent violence have left deep scars in Tonj East, Warrap State. Revenge killings, cattle raids, and unresolved grievances have become tragically

Ethiopia: Renewed Calls for National Unity, Modern Patriotism

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[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia last Monday commemorated the 84th anniversary of Patriots' Victory Day, honoring the indomitable spirit of the country's forefathers and foremothers who resisted fascist occupation and safeguarded the nation's sovereignty. The day, steeped in historical pride and national reflection, is more than a remembrance of past heroism--it has become a national call to action for renewed patriotism to overcome present challenges.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia to Host Regional Workshop On Geopark, Geotoursim

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[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopia has finalized preparations to host a regional workshop on "Promoting UNESCO Global Geoparks and Geotourism" in collaboration with UNESCO, the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) announced.

South Africa: Water Infrastructure Upgrades Bring Much-Needed Relief to Farming Communities

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[SAnews.gov.za] Through targeted interventions and strategic infrastructure upgrades, the North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has brought much-needed relief to farming communities that have long contended with unreliable water sources.

South Africa: Home Affairs Minister Welcomes Constitutional Court Judgment

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[SAnews.gov.za] Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed the Constitutional Court judgment handed down in respect of section 6(1)(a) of the South African Citizenship Act 88 of 1995, regarding the loss of citizenship.

South Africa: Report On George Building Collapse Expected By Month-End

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[SAnews.gov.za] Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson says a report on the collapse of the George building conducted by the Council for the Built Environment and its body, the Engineering Council of South Africa, is expected to be completed by the end of May.

South Africa: Concern Over Ekurhuleni Metro Police Suspensions

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[SAnews.gov.za] The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has noted with concern the suspension of more than 300 Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) officers, following their alleged participation in an illegal strike in March this year.