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Guinea bans exports of raw gold to boost local refining

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The prohibition is intended to boost the country's economy by refining gold domestically.

Sudan: International Bodies Warn 'El Obeid Could Become Another El Fasher'

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[Dabanga] Amsterdam -- The United Nations Security Council has expressed concern over reports of a substantial build-up of Rapid Support Forces (RSF) troops around the North Kordofan capital of El Obeid, warning of the risk of a possible ground assault. In a statement issued on Saturday, council members voiced alarm over the imminent threat of mass atrocities and called on the RSF to halt its offensive against the city, the capital of North Kordofan state.

East Africa: Media Leaders Commit to Fact-Based Migration Reporting Across Eastern Africa

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[Shabelle] Journalist leaders and media professionals from ten Eastern African countries have adopted a common position aimed at strengthening fact-based reporting on migration, amid growing concerns over misinformation, human trafficking and unsafe migration across the region.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Announces Free Healthcare for All Illnesses in Ituri As Ebola Gains Ground

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[RFI] The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the introduction of free healthcare for all diseases in Ituri - a pilot project that authorities hope to extend nationwide. This comes as the country struggles to contain an Ebola outbreak, with confirmed cases now at over 1,000.

Kenya: Somalia's President Holds Talks With Kenya's Ruto Amid Aussom Funding Concerns

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[Shabelle] Narok -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud paid an unannounced visit to Kenya on Sunday, holding face-to-face talks with Kenyan President William Ruto in the southwestern town of Narok, as regional leaders grapple with mounting concerns over security and the future of international support for Somalia.

Somalia: Clashes Erupt Near Baidoa Between SNA Forces and Fighters Loyal to Former Southwest Leader

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[Shabelle] Baidoa, Somalia -- Heavy fighting broke out near the southwestern Somali city of Baidoa overnight between government forces and fighters loyal to former Southwest State president Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed, known as Laftagareen, local sources said on Monday.

Algeria: President Tebboune Orders Expedited Launch of First Phase of Laghouat-Ghardaïa-El Menia Railway Project

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[Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a Council of Ministers meeting on Sunday, during which he issued instructions to expedite the launch of construction sites for the first phase of the Laghouat-Ghardaïa-El Meniaa railway project.

Algeria: President Tebboune Calls On Algerian Academics to Contribute to Nation's Development

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[Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune affirmed Sunday, while chairing a Council of Ministers meeting, that the full launch of the National Digital Services Portal is designed to optimize management and reduce expenses.

Uganda conservationists increase efforts to protect mountain gorillas

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As Uganda battles a deadly outbreak of the Ebola virus, conservationists are increasing efforts to protect the country's mountain gorillas. The authorities say they need tourists to continue to visit the endangered primates or th

Tanzania: One Budget, Millions of Digital Opportunities

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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- WHEN the Minister for Finance presented the government budget for the 2026/27 financial year, many Tanzanians focused on the figures--how much money would be spent and where it would go. However, behind the numbers lies a bigger story.

Kenya labour minister accused over Russian forced recruitment

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A Kenyan family's search for opportunity has ended in tragedy and sparked serious allegations against Labour Minister Alfred Mutua.

Tanzania: 'Time to Liberate Our Economies'

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[Daily News] DODOMA -- NAMIBIA President Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for strengthened bilateral cooperation between Tanzania and Namibia to advance "economic liberation" for the two Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states and the wider African continent.

Former Kenyan justice minister blocked from entering Uganda, lawyers' body says

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Martha Karua is a lawyer representing detained Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye who is on trial for treason.

Uganda: City Developers Risk Losing Occupancy Permits Over Trees

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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Developers in Kampala who fail to plant trees on their properties will be denied occupancy permits under new environmental regulations being introduced by the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).

Uganda: Nebbi Security Sweep Nets Two Suspects Over Military Equipment Possession

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[Nile Post] A joint intelligence-led security operation in Nebbi Municipality has led to the arrest of two suspects found in possession of assorted military and government stores.

Uganda: Seven-Year-Old Kidnapped, Killed in Kyenjojo

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[Nile Post] Police in Kyenjojo are holding two suspects accused of orchestrating the kidnap of a seven- year -old boy and later killed him after demanding ransom.

Uganda: Tororo Municipality Faces Multi-Million Revenue Loss As Lorry Parking Levy Standoff Persists

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[Nile Post] Tororo Municipal Council's efforts to increase locally generated revenue have suffered a major setback following a prolonged standoff involving municipal authorities, transport operators and district leaders.

Salah celebrates historic win with fans in Vancouver

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Mohamed Salah and his teammates dance and celebrate with fans on the streets of Vancouver after Egypt won their first ever World Cup match.

South Sudan: South Sudan's Sexual Violence Crisis - More Than a Wartime Phenomenon

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[ISS] The persistent crisis exposes serious failures by the state, peacekeeping missions and justice mechanisms tasked with protecting civilians.

Cape Verde fans celebrate as team's magical World Cup start keeps going

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For fans of Cape Verde's World Cup football team, the party is just getting started. The team's equalising goal against Uruguay on Sunday brought jubilation to this watch party in Brockton, Massachusetts - home to one of the largest Cape Verdean communities in the United States.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday after less than two years in office in a term characterised by policy U-turns and deep public unpopularity

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