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Zimbabwe to return 67 farms seized under Mugabe-era land reforms

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Zimbabwe said it will return 67 foreign-owned commercial farms that were seized during the country’s controversial land reform programme under former president Robert Mugabe.

Rights group calls for investigation after death of Rwanda govt critic

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Aimable Karasira died on Wednesday from a drug overdose, according to Rwandan authorities. But Human Rights Watch called Karasira's death suspicious, saying Kigali bore the burden of proving he was not unlawfully killed

Middle East war increases threats faced by farmers in Sudan

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Petrol prices have soared and fertiliser imports have been severely impacted, causing financial distress, reduced planting, and raises concerns about increased food shortages.

US rapper Kodak Black arrested on drug trafficking charge in Florida

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Rapper Kodak Black was arrested this week on a drug trafficking charge in central Florida in his latest run-in with law enforcement.

Communal Spirit

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Kéré Architecture’s first built work in South America

Communal Spirit

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Kéré Architecture’s first built work in South America

Climate Tech Map

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The new Climate Tech Map by Pentagram, led by Giorgia Lupi,

Climate Tech Map

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The new Climate Tech Map by Pentagram, led by Giorgia Lupi,

Former Botswana president Festus Mogae dies at 86

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Botswana's former president Festus Mogae, who led the southern African country for a decade from 1998, winning praise for the fight against HIV/AIDS, has died at the age of 86, the presidency said on Friday.

Africa: Botswana Has Not Cut Off Electricity Supply or Closed Borders Amid Anti-Migrant Action in South Africa

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[Africa Check] Botswana has not cut off electricity supply or closed borders amid anti-migrant action in South Africa

Cameroon: Online Posts Falsely Claim Cameroon Leader Paul Biya Appointed His Son As Vice President

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[Africa Check] Online posts falsely claim Cameroon leader Paul Biya appointed his son as vice president

Boko Haram jihadists kill 18 loggers in Nigeria's Borno state

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Boko Haram jihadists have killed 18 loggers in northeast Nigerian Borno state, local sources told AFP Thursday, as people displaced by jihadists struggle to feed their families amid worsening attacks.

South Africa: Ramaphosa to Face Impeachment Committee Over Farm Theft

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[Scrolla] Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has ordered Parliament to set up an impeachment committee to investigate the farm foreign money theft. EFF leader Julius Malema told party supporters outside court on Friday that the ANC voted to protect corruption and criminality.

Liberia: MFDP Begins Nationwide Open Budget Initiative Outreach

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[Liberian Observer] The government, through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), will today, Friday, May 8, officially launch a nationwide outreach campaign on the FY2026 National Budget under the framework of the Open Budget Initiative (OBI).

Kenya: Title Race On a Knife's Edge! Police Bullets and Ulinzi Starlets in Final Sprint for FKF Wpl Glory

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[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The FKF Women's Premier League (WPL) is heading toward a heart-stopping conclusion following a weekend of astronomical scorelines and tactical shifts that have left the title race wide open.

Liberia: 55th Legislature Resumes Second Quarter of Third Session Friday

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[Liberian Observer] Members of the 55th Legislature are expected to resume official duties this Friday, marking the beginning of the second quarter of the third session of the 55th Legislature.

Liberia: Mines and Energy Signs Service Deal With Ame Trade Ltd

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[Liberian Observer] As Liberia prepares to host the Country's first national conference on the mining and energy sectors, AME Trade Ltd, and the Ministry of Mines and Energy have entered into a 'Service Agreement'.

Africa: Mastercard, Yellow Card Partner On Stablecoin Payments in Kenya, Africa

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[Capital FM] Johannesburg -- Mastercard and Yellow Card have announced a partnership to expand stablecoin-based payment solutions across Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, including Kenya.

Liberia: Motorcyclist Dies in Police Operation, but...

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[Liberian Observer] A commercial motorcycle rider was on Thursday allegedly shot and killed by an officer of the Liberia National Police during a security intervention at the Chicken Soup Factory Junction in Gardnersville.

Kenya: Why Mt. Kenya Politics Makes Gachagua's Kalonzo Endorsement Unbelievable

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[Capital FM] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has traversed Kenya proclaiming: "I will support Kalonzo Musyoka for President in 2027. Kenya owes him."

Kenya: Oburu Resurfaces, Dismisses Rumours Amid Health Speculation

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Orange Democratic Party Leader Oburu Odinga has resurfaced after nearly two weeks out of the public spotlight, dismissing speculation over his health and whereabouts as ODM officials insisted he remains active and fully engaged in party affairs.

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