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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THREE individuals have lost their bid to challenge the President of the United Republic of Tanzania's decision to establish a commission of inquiry into incidents of violence during and after the October 29, 2025 General Election.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has emphasized that the planned reparations for victims of protest-related violence in Kenya are intended to acknowledge wrongdoing and provide justice, not merely financial compensation.

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[Ghanaian Times] The government has declared Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21, 2026, as statutory public holidays to mark this year's Eid-ul-Fitr and Shaqq Day celebrations.

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[Ghanaian Times] THE Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced reductions in electricity and water tariffs, effective April 1, 2026, for the second quarter tariff review.

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[Ghanaian Times] GHANA is experiencing a remarkable resurgence as a credible and increasingly attractive destination for international investment. Since his swearing-in on January 7, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama has steered the country towards significant diplomatic and economic gains, securing strategic partnerships with major global economies including India, Germany, Singapore, Japan, China, France, and Grenada.

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[Shabelle] Brazzaville, March 16 -- Internet access across the Republic of the Congo was abruptly disrupted on Sunday as voters headed to polling stations to take part in the country's presidential election, a global internet monitoring group said.

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[GroundUp] Isitha Sabantu explores the threats that climate activists face

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Theb government has entered the final phase of preparations for the groundbreaking of the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway from Naivasha to Kisumu and eventually to Malaba, a major infrastructure project aimed at strengthening regional trade and transport.

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[Capital FM] Illegal streaming of sports events may well become a thing of the past in Kenya if a proposed bill gets to see the light of the day.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) has announced the completion of repair works on a major water transmission pipeline along Outering Road, which had been damaged by recent flooding.

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[Capital FM] In a statement issued by its National Executive, the association's President Simon Kigundu described Obwaka as a distinguished clinician, teacher, and mentor who has served the Kenyan health sector for decades through patient care and the training of younger doctors.

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Nicolas Sarkozy, former president of France, was in court this Monday for the start of his appeal trial in the Libyan campaign financing scandal that already saw him receive a first 5-year-prison sentence last year. The second trial will run until 3 June.

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 The Minister of ICT and Innovation today officially  launched the Rwanda FinTech Centre during the Inclusive FinTech Forum, with the vision 

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Mining communities have typically required focused TB management, highlighting the importance of strong health programmes, regular screenings and sustained

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Today, TIME reveals the annual list of the World’s Greatest Places, which highlights 100 extraordinary destinations to visit and stay.  Read more African

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With this win, Jordan joins the small group of Black actors who have received the Best Actor Oscar, following pioneers such as Sidney Poitier, Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker and Will Smith.

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Across Africa, millions of people still cook with charcoal and firewood, which can be expensive, environmentally destructive, and bad for their health. While

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African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is pleased to launch the  second season of its documentary series, Impact Stories. Building on the success of

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Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has once again been ranked as Africa’s and South Africa’s Most Valuable Bank Brand by Brand Finance for the

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Governor and Chair of the Implementation Committee on the Cooperation Agreement, Johnson Sakaja, has directed the preparation of a 48-hour action plan to address flooding, drainage failures, and infrastructure damage across the city.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Youth Service (NYS) has officially launched its nationwide recruitment exercise, inviting young Kenyans to join the ranks and contribute to national development.