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Africa: Health Emerges As a Strategic Frontline for Africa Ahead of Bonn Climate Conference

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[IPS] Bonn -- Africa contributes the least to global greenhouse gas emissions, yet it faces some of the world's most severe climate-related health impacts. Several realities define the continent's climate and health landscape - increased infectious diseases, air pollution, death, disruption and pressure on health systems through heatwaves, floods, droughts and storms.

Congo-Kinshasa: Ebola Outbreak Spreads in DR Congo As Misinformation Hampers Response

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[RFI] Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have launched an online campaign to tackle growing mistrust surrounding a deadly Ebola outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) says misinformation is hampering efforts to contain the haemorrhagic fever, which broke out in the eastern province of Ituri on 15 May.

Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv and Mykolaiv as Ukraine reports major fires

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Russian drone strikes hit multiple locations across Ukraine overnight into 12 June, damaging sites near Kyiv and in the Mykolaiv region, injuring one person and triggering a major fire, while Ukrainian air defences said they intercepted most of the 117 drones launched.

Kenya: Mourners Gather for Utumishi Academy Fire Victims' Memorial Service

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A sombre mood has engulfed Gilgil Stadium, where the memorial service for 16 Utumishi Girls students who died in a tragic fire last month is currently underway.

Strait showdown: Hormuz remains open as US and Iran edge toward a deal

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Despite Iran’s announcement of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the United States says the strategic waterway remains open to shipping. As military tensions persist, Washington and Tehran appear to be moving closer to a potential agreement that could ease a growing regional crisis.

Belgium: Jordan Bardella strengthens ties with Vlaams Belang in Brussels visit

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Brussels became the latest stop in Jordan Bardella’s European outreach campaign on 11 June. The French far-right leader promoted closer cooperation on migration policy, while facing protests in the Belgian capital.

Watch fan reactions as Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the World Cup opener

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Mexico launched its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on 11 June. The result triggered celebrations across Mexico City while South African supporters voiced concern over their team's performance and tactics.

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Mexico: Tight security and protests surround 2026 World Cup opener

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Protesters gathered near Mexico City's World Cup opener on 11 June, while thousands of fans headed to the stadium. Brief clashes broke out as demonstrators approached security cordons around the stadium.

Tigrayan forces preparing offensive against federal gov, Addis Ababa warns

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Fears are mounting in Ethiopia over reports that forces in the northern Tigray region are preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days.

Nigeria: Democracy Day - Tinubu Says Economic Reforms Restoring Stability, Pledges Greater Prosperity for Nigerians

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[This Day] President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday defended his administration's economic reforms, saying they were necessary to rescue Nigeria from fiscal strain and lay the foundation for long-term prosperity.

Albania: thousands rally on 12th day of protests against Trump-linked resort

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Thousands of protesters gathered in Tirana on 11 June for a twelfth consecutive day of demonstrations against a proposed luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, warning that the project threatens Albania’s protected Vjosa-Narta wetlands.

Kenya: Nairobi Clean Cooking Summit Postponed Amid Travel Uncertainty

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The 2026 Summit on Clean Cooking in Africa, which was expected to bring together African heads of state, financiers, development partners and energy stakeholders in Nairobi in July has been postponed.

Kenya: Treasury Projects Sh1.15tn Budget Deficit As Spending Hits Sh4.8tn

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Treasury has projected a Sh1.15 trillion budget deficit for the 2026/27 financial year, with the financing gap set to be bridged largely through domestic borrowing as government spending continues to outpace revenue collections.

Kenya: Education, Security Claims Largest Slice of Sh4.3 Trillion Mbadi Budget

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[Capital FM] Education has taken the lions share in the Sh4.3 trillion 2026/27 national budget unveiled by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.

Botswana: Speaker Implores Parliament to Drive Reforms

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[Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana's 13th parliament has been challenged to rise to the historic responsibility of deepening democracy, restoring public trust in institutions and steering the country towards economic transformation amid mounting national challenges.

Nigeria: FIFA Ranking - Super Eagles Emerge Second-Highest-Ranked Team Missing the 2026 World Cup

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[Premium Times] Only Denmark, ranked 21st globally, sits higher among countries that failed to qualify for football's biggest event.

Nigeria: Nigeria Police Launches 24/7 School Emergency Response Centre Amid Abductions

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[Premium Times] The launch comes amid persistent concerns over the safety of schools in Nigeria following years of attacks, mass abductions and other security threats targeting students and schools.

Africa: Top African Referee Omar Artan to Officiate 2026 Uefa Super Cup After Being Unable to Participate in FIFA World Cup 2026

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[CAF] Artan has been on the FIFA international list since 2018 and was named CAF Men's Referee of the Year in 2025

South Africa: Nelson Mandela Bay Needs 101 Remedies, But Will Anyone Implement Them?

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[Daily Maverick] Resistance from within Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is hampering efforts to implement 101 urgent corrective measures identified by an intervention team, raising fresh concerns about the metro's ability to recover from years of governance failures.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Referendum Bill Intensifies Constitutional Standoff

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[DW] Congolese lawmakers this week passed a referendum bill that could lead to constitutional reform ahead of the 2028 elections. The opposition has warned of a "constitutional coup."

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