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Chad had terminated its agreement with African Parks after accusing it of failing to curb poaching.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced a change in the funeral program for the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Economic policy and political risk analysts have paid a glowing tribute to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, describing him as a Pan-Africanist who immensely shaped Indo-Kenya relations.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A rare and deeply emotional moment unfolded at the Nyayo National Stadium on Friday when President William Ruto led thousands of mourners in singing "Jamaica Farewell," the late Raila Odinga's favourite song by legendary American singer Harry Belafonte.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Human rights organization Vocal Africa has confirmed the identity of two victims captured in viral photographs lying motionless inside Nairobi's Kasarani Stadium, where police opened fire on mourners during the public viewing of the late Raila Odinga's body.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The chaotic scenes that erupted at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday during the arrival of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's remains from Mumbai, India, have laid bare Kenya's glaring lack of preparedness to handle large crowds and safeguard critical installations during high-profile national events.

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Israeli warplanes carried out a series of airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Thursday, targeting a cement plant and an environmental group's site that it accuses of being fronts for Hezbollah, injuring at least six people and triggering massive explosions that caused widespread panic.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto on Thursday paid an emotional tribute to the late opposition leader and former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, describing him as "irrevocably stubborn in his vision for a just, prosperous, and united Kenya."

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Pix of the Day: October 17, 2025

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Hansi Flick's side were at the top of the table before suffering a humbling 4-1 defeat to Sevilla ahead of the international break.

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Across India and the wider world, Diwali celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair. It's also observed by Sikhs, Jains and some Buddhists, each attaching their own meaning to the festival

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The injection, known as cabotegravir, is a form of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and is administered every two months.

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Here's what to know about Col. Michael Randrianirina, who seized power following weeks of large anti-government protests by mainly young people:

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Colonel Michael Randrianirina is sworn in as the new president of Madagascar at a ceremony in the capital.

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A Russian military court convicted 15 captured Ukrainian soldiers on terrorism charges Friday, sentencing them to prison terms of up to 21 years in a proceeding widely condemned by Kyiv and human rights groups as a sham violation of international law.

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Simone Gbagbo is one of two female candidates contesting the 25 October vote which incumbent President Alassane Ouattara is widely expected to win.

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With earnings estimated at $280 million, the Al Nassr star will earn more than double that of Inter Miami's Lionel Messi

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A muskox at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington, received an early Halloween treat on Wednesday — a 210-pound pumpkin to play with and devour.

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Elephants at the Oregon Zoo in Portland marked the arrival of Halloween season on Thursday by stomping, crushing, and eating giant pumpkins during the zoo’s annual “Squishing of the Squash” event.

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[Afrobarometer] Majority see national methadone treatment programme as ineffective.

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[ISS] As the old guard storms back in recent elections, Seychelles may be entering a phase of stable power alternation.