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[InfoWire] Over the past four years, the UAE has consolidated its position as one of Africa's leading foreign investors, channeling more than USD 118 billion into a wide range of sectors. While mining, energy, technology and logistics continue to attract most attention, tourism is emerging as a strategic pillar of Emirati engagement across the continent, driven by both private capital and state-backed investment vehicles.

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The head of the Ugandan army and son of newly re-elected President Yoweri Museveni said on Friday that 30 opposition supporters had been killed and 2,000 arrested following the election.

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Morocco’s King Mohammed VI says African fraternity will prevail after what he called “deplorable” acts that marred the closing minutes of the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal.

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The authorities tried to stop their export arguing they were part of the country's heritage.

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The finance minister told leaders at the World Economic Forum that this was a 'temporary setback'.

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In a significant diplomatic maneuver, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a late-night meeting with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and former President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, on Thursday.

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Dutch Duo DRIFT Transforms Jubail Island with a Wind of Change

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[New Dawn] The Liberian girl captured as top looter in Prima Mattress Blaze has denied the accusations. Sonie K. Baysah has been trending on social media after she was captured lifting a brand-new refrigerator as part of a looting exercise at the Prima Mattress Store in Paynesville during a fire outbreak.

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[New Dawn] -Amid Clar Weah Foundation legal tussle

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[New Dawn] The Unity Party-led government is facing renewed scrutiny over allegations of nepotism following the appointment and retention of several members of the Kruah family in influential public positions.

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[Ghanaian Times] The Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana (POAG) has announced that all prospective pilgrims for Hajj 2026 must undergo a mandatory medical examination before their visa applications are processed.

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- In a move signaling a strategic pivot toward youth inclusion, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has nominated Attorney Cornelia Wonkerleh Kruah as the Minister of Youth and Sports.

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[FrontPageAfrica] Davos -- Liberia's Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has held talks with SpaceX founder Elon Musk on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, as Liberia intensifies efforts to position itself as an emerging destination for global investment.

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Fans planning to attend the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico may face visa hurdles, but a new system aims to make travel easier.

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[Premium Times] Mr Shettima said the "Back to the Farm" initiative is designed to curb inflation, reduce foreign exchange spending on food imports, insulate Nigeria from global shocks, and restore productivity in the country's key food basket regions.

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[New Dawn] Monrovia -- Amid mixed public reactions to the government's performance, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is expected to use Monday's State of the Nation Address (SONA) to calm rising public anxiety and rebuild trust in his leadership.

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[Ghanaian Times] A nationwide poll conducted by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) indicates that many Ghanaians are satisfied with the direction of the country.

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Rwanda will test technology powered by artificial intelligence in more than 50 health clinics as part of a new initiative by the Gates Foundation to support 1,000 clinics across Africa with the aim to improve health care services.

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[Nile Post] Heavy security has been deployed at the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court ahead of the expected appearance of Butambala County legislator and National Unity Platform (NUP) Buganda deputy president, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi.

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Government of Liberia has announced plans to return 35 earth-moving machines, commonly referred to as "yellow machines," that were imported under a controversial arrangement negotiated by Minister of State without Portfolio Mamaka Bility, as a newly negotiated procurement deal nears completion--rekindling public concern over wasteful spending and weak due diligence.

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[Liberian Observer] The government has unveiled an ambitious plan to inject nearly US$900 million into the country's ports and transport infrastructure, a move officials say could fundamentally reshape Liberia's economic landscape and reposition the country as a strategic maritime and logistics hub in West Africa.