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Nigeria: Nigeria Opens Investigation After Deadly Airstrike Kills Dozens in Market

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[RFI] Dozens of people in northeastern Nigeria have been killed in airstrikes carried out by Nigeria's military, which claimed to be targeting jihadists, local residents and NGOs said Sunday.

Can this man broaden the appeal of a South African party seen by some as 'too white'?

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The Democratic Alliance's new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, admits the party's support is too narrow.

Congo Just Crashed the Bond Market — And Won

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The conference rooms were well-lit and climate-controlled — New York, London, Paris, the standard circuit of money. But the delegation that walked in was

The Quiet Confidence: How Africa’s Startups Stopped Asking for Permission

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There is a particular kind of silence that follows a long argument finally won — not triumphant, not loud, but settled. That is the silence spreading across

Senegal Rewrites the Rules of its Hydrocarbon Boom as Minister Birame Soulèye Diop Heads to African Energy Week 2026 in October

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Senegal is reinforcing the policy architecture behind its new hydrocarbons era, with the Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines launching reforms to the

bp Bets Big on Namibia’s Deepwater Frontier with New Offshore Blocks

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The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) has welcomed bp’s acquisition of a 60% operating interest in three offshore exploration blocks in

Merck Foundation declared Gabon First Lady as Ambassador of “More than a Mother” to build healthcare capacity, break infertility stigma, and support girl education

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Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany officially launched their programs in partnership with H.E. Madam

Changpeng Zhao (CZ) Releases Freedom of Money, a Memoir Reflecting on the Rise of Crypto and the Story Behind Binance

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Few figures have been as closely associated with the rise of the cryptocurrency industry as Binance (www.Binance.com) co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ). In his

South Africa: Select Committee to Undertake Oversight to Municipalities in the Free State, North West and Gauteng

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The Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Public Administration (including Traditional Affairs, Human Settlements, and Water and Sanitation) will

Burundi investigates illness that has caused five deaths

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Geneva, Switzerland, 13 April 2026- /African Media Agency (AMA)/- The health authorities in Burundi, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and

Cybercrime’s New Frontier: How Africa’s Digital Boom Became a Target

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Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat absorbed by wealthy economies with the resources to absorb it. It has moved — quietly, deliberately — into the

What impact will the Iran war have on the wedding industry?

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The wedding industry in the UK is gauging the impact of the war with Iran. Despite riding fuel prices putting pressure on supply chains, vendors say they are prepared to absorb higher costs.

Germany marks 69th birthday of zoo’s oldest gorilla

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Berlin Zoo celebrates Fatou, a 69‑year‑old western lowland gorilla, highlighting how specialised care in captivity can extend the lives of endangered species.

Algeria: Pope Leo makes first papal visit

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Pope Leo touched down in Algeria on Monday, beginning an 11 day tour of four African countries. Leo is visiting Algeria to champion Christian-Muslim co-existence.

Opposition candidate concedes defeat in Benin presidential election

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Benin presidential election favourite Romuald Wadagni headed for victory Monday as his opponent conceded defeat even as votes were still being counted.

Africa.com’s US Contributing Editor: Liz Grossman Kitoyi to Cover Africa From Washington D.C.

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Africa.com’s US Contributing Editor, based in Washington DC: Liz Grossman Kitoyi, Co-Founder and CEO of Baobab Consulting. Read more African news and insights

Lafarge Trial: Cement firm fined, former CEO jailed

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A French court has fined cement group Lafarge $1.3 million for paying the Islamic State group and other jihadists to keep its factory running in Syria during the civil war.

Ex-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribes

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Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by industry figures.

Nigeria: Wike-Backed Faction Renovates PDP National Secretariat Ahead of Resumption

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[Vanguard] The minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike-backed National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has commenced the renovation of Wadata Plaza, the party's national secretariat.

Nigeria: 'Leave Our Son Alone' - Amupitan's Kinsmen Tell 'Distractors'

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[Vanguard] Ayetoro Gbede Community in Ijumu Local Government Area has asked those distracting the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, calling for his resignation, to desist and allow him to do his job.

Nigeria: Nerc Unveils New Mini-Grid Regulation to Boost Rural Electrification

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[Premium Times] Nigeria's electricity regulator has introduced a new framework to guide the development and operation of mini-grids, targeting improved power access in underserved communities.

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