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West Africa: Media Urged to Strengthen Corruption Reporting to Rebuild Public Trust in Accountability Efforts

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[MFWA] Journalists in Ghana have been urged to adopt a more issues-oriented framing in reporting on corruption, to prevent partisan narratives from overshadowing substantive accountability concerns and weakening public confidence in the fight against corruption.

South Africa: South Africans Lose Income As Immigrants Flee

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[GroundUp] "I keep asking myself, 'Where is Ubuntu?"' says landlord

Kenya: Ready for Kickoff! Western Region to Host Opening Leg of Chapa Dimba Season Five

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[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The fifth edition of Safaricom Chapa Dimba gets underway on Saturday, June 27, with grassroots matches across the Western region, marking the start of another exciting season of Kenya's premier youth football tournament.

Africa: Ocean Economy Can Drive Africa's Future If Backed by Bold Investment

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[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- The blue economy is a vital source of jobs, food security, and economic opportunity across Africa and the Western Indian Ocean region. Yet, by the admission of those driving its development, the region is still only beginning to tap into what its oceans, lakes, and rivers can truly offer.

Uganda: Centenary Bank Launches 'Gonza Pay' to Scale-Up Digital Transformation in Uganda

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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Centenary Bank has launched GonzaPay, a secure, bank-backed digital wallet designed to bridge the gap between cash-heavy transactions and modern digital finance. The new platform is set to expand the bank's digital footprint and bring seamless, affordable financial services directly to Ugandans.

Europe heatwave made possible by climate change, scientists say

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Scientists say the latest findings underscore the urgency of both reducing emissions and adapting infrastructure to withstand more frequent and intense heatwaves in the years ahead.

Uganda: Private Sector Lending Grows Over Reduced Risk As Govt Slows On Local Debt

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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Last month - May 2026 - experienced some reactions in the financial market, with banks slightly reducing their interest rates while treasury bond yields also fell.

Nigeria: Court Sets Aside Judgment Recognising NDC As Political Party

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[Vanguard] A Federal High Court sitting in Lokoja has set aside its earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party, effectively nullifying all actions taken pursuant to the ruling.

Chad: Signing of the Statute of the Interfaith Platform to Strengthen Peace and Social Cohesion

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[Agenzia Fides] N'djamena -- "We will continue to work so that everyone can contribute to human development and to achieving our common goal of building a united, prosperous Chad that looks confidently to the future." With these words, Monsignor Edmond Djitangar Goetbé of N'Djamena explained the significance of the new interfaith platform established by the National Council for Islamic Affairs of Chad (CNAIT), the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Chad (CET) and the Alliance of Evangelical Churches and Missions in Chad (EEMET).

Burkina Faso: Resignation and Appointment of the Bishop of Kpalimé

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[Agenzia Fides] Vatican City -- The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the Diocese of Kpalimé presented by His Excellency Mgr. Benoît Comlan Messan Alowonou.

DR Congo files case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice

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Kinshasa, in a statement, accused Kigali of breaching international conventions, including those on genocide, racial discrimination, and torture.

Liberia: IAA Launches Internal Audit Regulations, Compliance Checklist to Strengthen Public Accountability

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Internal Audit Agency (IAA) has launched the Internal Audit Regulations and the Public Sector Internal Audit Compliance Checklist, marking what officials described as a major step toward strengthening transparency, accountability, and public financial management across government.

Liberia: 'Land Reform Is a Nation-Building Agenda' - Lla Hails Swedish Partnership As Landmark Project Transforms Liberia's Land Sector

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Liberia Land Authority (LLA) has described land reform as a critical nation-building agenda as officials celebrated the successful completion of the Swedish-funded Sustainable Land Services in Liberia (SLSL) Project, which has transformed the country's land governance system.

Liberia: VP Koung Signals Boakai's Intentions for Second Term

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[FrontPageAfrica] Vice President Jeremiah Koung has announced President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's intention to seek a second term in the 2039 Presidential and Legislative Elections and said he will serve as the president's campaign manager.

Liberia: Religious Advisor to Nimba Supt. Gono, CSA Boss Joekai Clash At Public Service Day Invocation

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[FrontPageAfrica] Sanniquellie -- As Liberians joined the world to celebrate Public Service Day, the program in Sanniquellie City, Nimba County briefly turned tense when the Religious Adviser to the Nimba County Superintendent, Madam Kou Meapeh Gono, Rev. Joe G. Wallace and Civil Service Agency Director General Dr. Josiah F. Joekai Jr. exchanged sharp words during the invocation.

Kenya: Govt to Ease Airlines Restrictions to Boost Tourist Arrivals to 5mn

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government plans to ease restrictions on airlines and increase flight frequencies into Kenya as part of efforts to raise annual tourist arrivals from 2.7 million to 5 million by 2028.

Top Somali official deported from Kenya over suspected passport fraud

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Somalia’s Second Deputy Prime Minister was deported from Kenya on Thursday over allegations of passport fraud, according to numerous reports.

Abdullah Ibrahim in the 1960s: how the famous pianist began to shape an African jazz sound

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In exile, he imagined a different Africa in his music, while being exposed to new realities abroad.

As drug use increases in Burundi, a centre helps addicts recover

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Strong Bridge centre in Bujumbura has helped hundreds of young people recover since it opened its doors in 2021.

Four men held over child-marriage in Sierra Leone set to appear in court in landmark case

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It relates to a 17-year-old girl - four men including her father and husband face years in jail if convicted.

UN Report accuses Israel of deliberately targeting children in Gaza

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The report also details alleged abuses against Palestinian children in the occupied West Bank, including arbitrary detention, torture and sexual violence.

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