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Liberia: Senate Mediates Between Speaker Koffa and Aggrieved Representatives

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[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- In an effort to resolve the ongoing impasse within the House of Representatives, Speaker Cllr. Fonati Koffa has withdrawn his writ of prohibition filed with the Supreme Court against members of the Anti-Koffa bloc. This move followed the intervention of the Liberian Senate, which established a mediation committee to address the internal conflict.

Liberia: Liberia Drops Six Places in Latest FIFA World Rankings

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[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- Liberia has fallen six places in the latest FIFA World Rankings for October, following back-to-back defeats in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Lone Star now sit at 149th out of 211 FIFA member countries, while on the African continent, they are ranked 44th.

Liberia: Liberian Women Call for Peace Amid Speaker Koffa Removal Controversy

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[Liberian Investigator] Capitol Hill -- The Women in Peace-Building Network of Liberia has called on the House of Representatives to prioritize peace and stability as political tensions rise over efforts to remove embattled House Speaker Fonati Koffa. The group gathered at the Capitol Building, voicing concerns that the ongoing power struggle could threaten Liberia's fragile peace.

Russian president labels allegations of contact with Trump “nonsense”

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"There were no contacts back then, and there are none now," the 72-year-old head of state said on Thursday (Oct. 24). US citizens will elect a new leader on November 5.

Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy, First Lady Zinash Arrive in Malaysia for Official Visit

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew together with the ministerial delegation arrived in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia for an official visit.

Kenya: Hundreds of Kenyans Turn Up At KICC, Kabete Polytechnic for Qatar Job Interviews

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- There were long queues at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) and the Kabete National Polytechnic Friday as hundreds of Kenyans turned up for interviews for jobs in Qatar announced by the Ministry of Labour.

Nigeria: How Nigeria Can Break Cycle of Poverty - Odigie-Oyegun, Agric Minister, Others

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[Vanguard] Abuja -- Former Edo State Governor, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, has emphasized that Nigeria's wealth alone cannot eradicate poverty, highlighting the need for collective action to tackle the issue.

Kenya: Inquest Launched for Body Found in Wajir Lake As DNA Rules Out Identity of Missing MCA

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[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has directed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Wajir to open an inquest into the unidentified body found in Lake Yahud after DNA tests confirmed it is not that of missing Member of County Assembly (MCA) Yusuf Hussein of Dela Ward, Wajir County.

Nigeria: First Bank to Consumers - Our Platform Transition Won't Affect You

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[Premium Times] "There is no plan for systems upgrade for customers applications which are fully operational."

Nigeria: Governors Interfered in LG Elections - Yiaga

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[Premium Times] Yiaga said to improve the local elections, the state electoral commissions must promote civic education, ensure transparency in electoral processes and foster genuine political competition.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia in Brics - Advancing Multilateralism With Global Growth Leaders

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[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia joined the BRICS alliance a year ago, alongside Egypt, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates, marking a major diplomatic achievement as the country enjoys steady economic growth. The Ethiopian government reaffirmed its commitment to collaborate with international partners, emphasizing that the BRICS+ membership will strengthen relations with rapidly growing economies within the bloc.

Tunisian lawyer sentenced to two years in prison

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Tunisian Lawyer Sonia Dahmani Sentenced to Two Years in Prison

Liberia: Speaker Koffa Looks to Supreme Court Amid Legislative Stalemate

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[Liberian Observer] The leadership of Liberia's House of Representatives (HoR) is contemplating a bold legal move to break the legislative deadlock that has paralyzed the lower chamber. Speaker J. Fonati Koffa, facing an escalating crisis, has hinted at seeking the intervention of the Supreme Court to compel renegade lawmakers who have refused to attend sessions, thereby crippling the legislature's ability to function. The possibility of legal action follows repeated failed attempts to achieve quorum in the House for the

Liberia: 'We Will Solve Our Small Family Problem Soon' - Speaker Koffa

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[Liberian Observer] House Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa has assured the Women in Peacebuilding Network (WIPNET), that the ongoing leadership fracas at the House of Representatives will be settled in the confines of the rule of law and there will be no violence.

Nigeria: No Deadline On Circulation of Old Naira Notes, Central Bank Assures Nigerians

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[Premium Times] This follows the House of Representatives' call for the CBN to issue more new ₦200, ₦500, and ₦1,000 notes and gradually withdraw the old ones before the 31 December deadline.

Mpox - what we know... and what we don't

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How much do we really understand about the virus formerly known as monkeypox?

Akazehe: a unique Burundi greeting risks disappearing

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The Akazehe form of greeting celeb among Burundi women risks facing out due to medernisation.

Mozambique: Mozambique's Ruling Party Hangs On to Power in Contested Election

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[RFI] Mozambique's ruling party, Frelimo, has retained power in presidential and parliamentary elections - extending its five-decade rule as the opposition accused it of fraud and held protests in several cities.

The AFRICA BITCOIN CONFERENCE Social Impact Award

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The award showcases how Bitcoin is contributing to the greater good, from promoting financial autonomy to uplifting entire communities across Africa.

Thousands adopted to U.S. face deportation after decades without citizenship

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"Thousands Adopted to U.S. Face Deportation After Decades Without Citizenship"

Ballon d’Or nominee Lookman hunts for greatness

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Ademola Lookman says he is 'never satisfied' despite his performances for Nigeria and Atalanta earning him a nomination for the Ballon d'Or.

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