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Youth Charter Calls for Stronger Youth-Focused Communiqué Following United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum 2026

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Following active participation in the 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum at United Nations Headquarters, the Youth Charter (www.YouthCharter.org) is issuing a call for a

African States and Partners Call for Urgent and Coordinated Action to Save Migrant Lives Ahead of IMRF

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Geneva, Switzerland, 17 April 2026- /African Media Agency (AMA)/- African States and partners have called for stronger, coordinated action to prevent migrant

Zambia: Democratic Senators Press State Department on Conditioning HIV Aid on Economic Concessions

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[United States Senate] Washington, DC -- Yesterday, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio raising alarm over reports that the State Department is considering withholding critical HIV/AIDS treatment and economic assistance to Zambia unless the country agrees to favorable economic reforms for U.S. businesses. The Senators warned that conditioning lifesaving assistance on economic concessions would

ICJ 80th Anniversary: Antonio Guterres calls for law to be respected

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During a speech celebrating the 80th year anniversary of the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Antonio Guterres warned that international law was falling apart before the world’s eyes.

World Athletics panel rejects athlete transfers to Turkey

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A World Athletics panel has refused 11 athlete transfer requests to Turkey, over what it referred to as a ‘coordinated recruitment strategy’ from the country’s government.

Guinea: Restrictions on social media platforms lifted

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Restrictions on several social media platforms that were noticed earlier in the week have now been lifted. Among the platforms were TikTok, Facebook and YouTube.

Kenya: University Student Charged Over Alleged Whatsapp Hacking of Journalist

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A university student was on Friday charged with hacking into the WhatsApp account of a journalist, in a case highlighting the growing threat of cybercrime.

Africa: 'Why Men Aren't Wired to Be Committed to One Partner' - Akon

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[Premium Times] Senegalese-American singer Akon has sparked debate after suggesting that men are not naturally wired for commitment, arguing that most relationship problems women face stem from infidelity.

Nigeria: Offa Bank Robbery - Saraki Denies Fresh Charges, Alleges Political Plot

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[Premium Times] Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has denied any involvement in the 2018 Offa bank robbery, describing fresh criminal charges filed against him by the Kwara State Government as politically motivated and an abuse of judicial process.

Uganda: A Look Back At Six Terms of Museveni's Presidency

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[Independent (Kampala)] On May 12, 2026, Yoweri Museveni will take the oath of office for a seventh time as president of Uganda. Statistics show that 75% to 80% of the country's population was born after 1986 and, therefore, is the only president a majority of Ugandans have known. The majority have grown, studied, graduated, and given birth to children under his regime. I can't describe what life was like under the previous regime, even though I was born there; I only know it from Google or from people who experienced it.

What next for South African opposition firebrand Malema after his five-year prison sentence?

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The sentence raises huge questions marks over the political future of one of South Africa's most controversial politicians.

Thousands celebrate open-air Mass with Pope Leo in Cameroon - in pictures

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Pope Leo XIV is on his third day in Cameroon before he heads to Angola on Saturday.

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: civilians return to ruined towns in southern Lebanon

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A ceasefire in Lebanon has brought a pause in fighting after weeks of war. Residents are returning to damaged homes as questions remain over how long the truce will hold.

Oil prices plunge as markets rally after Strait of Hormuz reopens

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In Europe, stocks surged in response to the news, with major indexes in France and Germany rising more than 2%. However, Asian markets, which closed before the announcement, ended the day lower.

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz to commercial ships during ceasefire

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US President Donald Trump thanked Tehran but said the naval blockade on Iran would stay in place until a peace deal is signed.

Deportees arrive in Kinshasa from U.S. under Trump agreement

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After being deported from the U.S., around 15 people touched down in Kinshasa early Friday, under agreement between the Congolese government and the Trump administration.

Mugabe's son pleads guilty to lesser charges in Johannesburg shooting case

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Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, 29, admitted in a Johannesburg court to illegally being in the country and pointing a firearm—but denied shooting and seriously injuring his gardener during an altercation in the upscale Hyde Park suburb.

Iran War: Energy shock drives Africa, Asia to nuclear power

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The Iran war and resulting global energy shock are driving some countries in Africa and Asia to ramp up nuclear power generation.

Mugabe's son pleads guilty to pointing a gun in South Africa

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Bellarmine Mugabe was arrested in February following the shooting of a 23-year-old man at his home in Johannesburg.

Pope urges young Cameroonians to resist temptation of corruption

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At Mass in Doula he also told young people to reject every form of abuse or violence, and to always show hospitality and care for one another.

Kenya: Nairobi to Host Medexpo 2026 As Healthcare Demand Rises

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi will host the 26th edition of MEDEXPO Kenya 2026 from April 22 to 24 at the Sarit Expo Centre, amid rising demand for medical equipment and specialised healthcare services in East Africa.

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