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CAS verdict on Senegal AFCON title appeal 'expected end November'

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The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) announced Monday that a verdict on Senegal's appeal of the decision to strip them of the Africa Cup of Nations title in favour of Morocco will be delivered at the end of November

Kenya: Court Convicts All 29 Shakahola Accused of Murder, Sets Sentencing for November 6

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The High Court has convicted all 29 accused persons in the Shakahola starvation cult case linked to self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie, finding them guilty of the murder of 191 people, including 190 children.

Guilty as charged: Kenyan court finds cult leader responsible of 191 starvation deaths

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A self-proclaimed Kenyan preacher and his associates were on Monday found guilty of murdering 191 people, mostly children, in an infamous starvation cult.

Kenyan cult leader Paul Mackenzie faces verdict over 191 starvation deaths

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A Mombasa court will deliver a long-awaited verdict on Monday in the trial of a self-proclaimed Kenyan preacher and his associates, accused of murdering 191 people, mostly children, in an infamous starvation cult.

Protesters block access to Paris' Louvre Museum in support of student movement

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After a weekend of violent protests across France, students in Paris demonstrated again on Monday in front of the Louvre museum.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Women Cotton Farmers Stitch More Value From Their White Gold

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[Bird Story Agency] Women cotton farmers in Zimbabwe's Shamva district are turning to sewing and collective savings to diversify their incomes and adapt to a changing climate. Making school uniforms and taking clothing orders, they are creating earning opportunities beyond the crop they call their ''white gold''.

Africa: Macky Sall Officially Withdraws His Candidacy for UN Secretary-General Position

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[allAfrica] Former Senegalese President Macky Sall announced on Saturday, October 17, 2026, his withdrawal of his candidacy for the post of Secretary-General of the United Nations.

Pregnant women in Yemen at growing risk as healthcare limited by fighting

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Women in Yemen face growing risks as fighting between the Iran-backed Houthis and the Saudi-backed government forces limits reproductive health care with some facilities providing emergency obstetric care repurposing to treat war-wounded, the United Nations said Friday.

Exiled critic of Rwandan president found beheaded

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Former army sergeant major Robert Kabera was a popular YouTuber and singer, who had sought asylum in Uganda.

Freshwater fish scarcity drives aquaculture in the Republic of Congo

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More than a dozen rivers, including the Tchinouka, run through Pointe-Noire. But despite their potential as sources of freshwater fish, many are unusable because of pollution and other challenges.

Burundi striker Berahino retires at 33

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Saido Berahino, who cost Stoke City £12m when they signed him from West Bromwich Albion in January 2017, retires from football at 33.

Pix of the Day, 19 October, 2026 - Across the world

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Pix of the Day, 19 October, 2026 - Across the world

France's unrest: Why are immigrants being blamed for the violence?

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US President Donald Trump has declared that France is "burning", blaming immigration for what he described as the country's decline.

French government under pressure after weekend of violence

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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu held an emergency Cabinet meeting on Monday to assess a weekend of violence and looting during protests against the rising cost of living.

Kenya confirms eighth Ebola case as regional outbreak spreads

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Meanwhile, in the DRC, the outbreak has spread to an eighth province, North Ubangi, where two cases, including one death, have been confirmed.

Zimbabwe's ZANU-PF picks Mnangagwa as leader after 2028

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Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU-PF party has endorsed President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain its leader beyond 2028, as the 84-year-old seeks to extend his time in power

Undead stalk the streets of Mexico City at 19th annual Zombie Walk

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The undead stalked the streets of Mexico City on Sunday for the 19th annual Zombie Walk. The gathering has become a tradition in the Mexican capital. It combines horror-inspired costumes and makeup with a family-friendly celebration.

Niger: Fuel shortages leave drivers stranded in Niamey

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The cause of the shortages and when supplies will fully return to normal remain unclear, leaving motorists uncertain about when they will be able to fill their tanks without long waits.

Kenya cult deaths: Court set to rule in preacher's murder trial

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Mackenzie also faces separate charges of manslaughter and terrorism, which he denies. The verdict is being closely watched by victims’ families seeking justice three years after the discovery.

Mali's army and rebel opponents guilty of human rights violations, new report finds

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Mali's army and its Russian paramilitary allies have killed civilians in violation of international law, according to a new report from Human Rights Watch.  The army's rebel opponents have done the same, the report claims.

Kenya: Verdict expected in Shakahola starvation cult massacre trial

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Mackenzie also faces separate charges of manslaughter and terrorism, which he denies. The verdict is being closely watched by victims’ families seeking justice three years after the discovery.

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