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Kenya temporarily waives fuel standards to combat Iran war shortages

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Kenya will temporarily waive fuel quality standards in response to shortages due to the war in the Middle East.

Egypt conducts live-fire military exercises near Israeli border

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The 'Badr 2026 tactical manoeuvres' in the Sinai Peninsula featured army units, special forces, fighter jets, and tanks.

The nine billion dollar tax on love

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Every year, African families pay almost nine billion dollars in fees to send money to each other. Bitcoin has cracked that business model. The diaspora is noticing.

Kenya temporarily waives fuel standards amid supply shortages due to Mid East war

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Kenya has temporarily waived fuel quality standards in response to shortages due to the war in the Middle East.

Egypt conducts live-fire military exercise conducted near Israeli border

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The 'Badr 2026 tactical manoeuvres' in the Sinai Peninsula featured army units, special forces, fighter jets, and tanks.

Kenya: Atwoli Pushes Ruto's Administration Over Delayed Labour Treaties,Cites Broken Promises

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has stepped up pressure on President William Ruto to fast-track the ratification of key international labour conventions, warning that continued delays are weakening worker protections and undermining government pledges.

Kenya: Atwoli Warns IEBC Over Rising Political Rallies, Cautions Against Pre-Election Tensions

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to move swiftly to curb what he described as escalating premature political rallies.

Alliance of Sahel States confirms joint airstrikes in Mali

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The joint anti-jihadist force of Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali carried out "intense air campaigns" in Malian territory following attacks by Al-Qaeda-linked jihadists and Tuareg separatists, the government of Niger said late Thursday.

South Africa: Govt Pays Tribute to Workers Across the Nation

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[SAnews.gov.za] Government has extended its appreciation to workers across the nation as the country commemorates Workers' Day on 1 May 2026.

South Africa: IEC Ramps Up Preparations After Local Elections Date Confirmed

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[SAnews.gov.za] The Electoral Commission of South Africa has welcomed the announcement of the date for the country's upcoming Local Government Elections, describing it as a key milestone in preparations for the polls.

South Africa: SARS Salutes Workers As New Commissioner Begins Term

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[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has marked Workers' Day by paying tribute to South Africa's workforce, while welcoming its new Commissioner, Dr Johnstone Makhubu.

South Africa: Workers the 'Heartbeat of the Economy'

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[SAnews.gov.za] Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has outlined government's plans to expand economic opportunities, particularly for young people, as South Africa marks International Workers' Day.

Nigeria: Anglican Church Suspends Anambra Priest Over Alleged Staged Miracles

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[Vanguard] The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has suspended Reverend Ifunaya Maduka as Vicar of St Paul's Parish, Nteje, in the Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, over allegations of fake miracles and staged prophecies.

Morocco to host key 2027 re-election vote for FIFA President Gianni Infantino

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The FIFA presidential vote in 2027 that is set to give Gianni Infantino a final four-year term in office will be hosted by Morocco — the football body’s second straight election meeting in Africa where he has built strong political ties.

Nigeria: 2027 - Kano APC Endorses Tinubu, Gov Yusuf, Rejects Automatic Ticket for Lawmakers

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[Daily Trust] Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have purchased expression of interest and nomination forms for Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

Nigeria: Oil Workers Face Mounting Pressure As NUPENG Promises Lifeline On May Day

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[Vanguard] The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG, has assured oil and gas workers of renewed attention to their welfare, safer working conditions, and stronger representation as the sector continues to face rising operational and economic pressures.

Tanzania: Huge Budget Approved for Expanding Building Better Tomorrow Programme

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[Daily News] Dodoma -- NATIONAL Assembly has approved a 1.105tri/- budget for the Ministry of Agriculture for the 2026/27 financial year, setting the stage for nationwide expansion of the Building a Better Tomorrow (BBT) programme, aimed at tackling youth unemployment through commercial agriculture.

Tanzania: Lake Crash Kills Two, Infant Rescued

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[Daily News] Mwanza -- TWO people have drowned in Lake Victoria following a collision between a cargo vessel and a fishing boat, as police in Mwanza also reported the recovery of a 10-monthold child who had been abducted under suspicious circumstances.

Africa: AU Chair Welcomes Election of Pan-African Parliament Bureau

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[African Union] The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, welcomes the successful conclusion of the elections of the President and Members of the Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament, held in Midrand, Republic of South Africa.

Liberia: River Gee Farmers Endorse Cocoa Under One County, One Commodity Initiative

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[FrontPageAfrica] Fish Town -- Farmers in River Gee County have endorsed cocoa as their primary agricultural commodity under Liberia's One County, One Commodity initiative, marking a significant step toward strengthening local agricultural production and economic growth.

Liberia: As Environmental Protection Agency to Release Report On Latest Fish Die Off Near Bea Mountain Mine Expert Warns of Long Term Contamination

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