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Zimbabwe: AfDB Mission Raises Stakes for Bulawayo's U.S.$100 Million Glassblock Dam Project

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[New Zimbabwe] A HIGH-level delegation from the African Development Bank Group arrives in Zimbabwe tomorrow for a series of strategic meetings on the proposed US$100 million Glassblock Bopoma Dam and Pipeline Project, as the government intensifies efforts to unlock large-scale financing for critical infrastructure in Matabeleland.

South Africa: Public Gets Three More Weeks to Comment On Eskom Nuclear Site - - but Critics Say It's Not Enough

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[GroundUp] The deadline for public comment on the 2,700-page draft environmental scoping report and appendices has been extended to 25 May

Namibia: Namibia Monitors Global Hantavirus Outbreak As Cases Rise

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[Namibian] Namibia has not recorded any hantavirus case, but health authorities say the country is closely monitoring the global and regional situation.

South Africa: End of Taxi Cash As Cape Town Commuters Go Digital

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[Scrolla] Taxi passengers in Cape Town will soon leave their cash at home.

Nigeria: Over 100 Killed, 98,000 Displaced, 217 Churches Destroyed in Taraba - Catholic Diocese

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[Premium Times] "From September 2025, there has been a resurgence of attacks by criminals on communities in southern part of Taraba..."

Somalia: Mogadishu Wakes Up Under Curfew As Security Forces Deploy Ahead of Planned Opposition Protest

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[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Residents of Somalia's capital woke up under a de facto curfew on Saturday after federal government security forces were deployed across several districts of Mogadishu.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Pursuit of Sea Access 'Inevitable Strategic Choice,' - Mohammed Al-Arousi

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[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopian Member of Parliament Mohammed Al-Arousi has said Ethiopia's pursuit of access to a seaport is a peaceful strategic priority driven by economic necessity, regional integration, and long-term national security concerns.

Namibia: Fuel Panic Buying Costs Govt Millions

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[Namibian] Motorists hoarding fuel last month contributed to the government paying an additional N$300 million to subsidise fuel for April.

South Africa: It's in the ANC's Interest for Ramaphosa to Remain. but...

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[Daily Maverick] On the surface, it may appear that President Cyril Ramaphosa is in a very difficult political position, but an examination of the interests of those involved suggests it is unlikely that he will be forced to leave office. It appears likely he will survive any parliamentary process and stay. Unless he decides to go.

Tanzania: Govt Pledges Continued Support for Midwives

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[Daily News] Moshi -- THE government has reiterated strong collaboration with the Tanzania Midwives Association (TAMA) to ensure midwives continue working in a conducive environment that enables them to effectively carry out their duties.

South Africa: A Hefty Payday for Some City Executives

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[Our City News] Salary increases of 62% have been proposed for the CEO of the Johannesburg Property Company and the CEO of the Joburg Tourism Company. The CEO of Joburg Theatres, also a City entity, is set to earn 19% more.

Kenya: Kenya, France Sign 11 Deals As Ruto Pushes 'Looking Forward' Partnership Agenda

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya and France have signed 11 agreements aimed at deepening cooperation across strategic sectors, following bilateral talks between President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi.

South Africa: How an SA Team of Scientists Hunted a Rare Hantavirus Strain

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[Daily Maverick] South African medical scientists have, just like with Covid-19, once again done the country proud by working fast and efficiently to discover the cause of death and illness on a stricken cruise ship.

Body recovered in search for two missing US soldiers in Morocco

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The body of one of two US soldiers who went missing during an international training exercise in southern Morocco has been found, the Moroccan army said on Sunday.

South Africa: Govt Declares Severe Storms a National Disaster - South African News Briefs - May 11, 2026

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Kenya: Kenya, France Sign 11 Deals On Rail, Ports, Energy and Digital Economy

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- William Ruto and Emmanuel Macron have witnessed the signing of 11 agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation between Kenya and France across transport, energy, digital infrastructure and trade.

Africa: Africa Forward Summit Must Unlock Africa's Agricultural Value Chain Potential

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[Capital FM] As the Africa Forward Summit 2026 opens in Nairobi today, much attention will understandably focus on the Heads of State attending, the investment deals signed, and the diplomatic milestones expected from the gathering.

Uganda: Government Crackdown On Illegal Businesses Leaves Masaka Traders Struggling

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[Nile Post] Since the government rolled out an operation targeting business structures operating illegally and outside trade regulations, many traders in Masaka say their businesses have collapsed, leaving them uncertain about their livelihoods.

West Africa: ECOWAS Remains Steadfast in Advancing Regional Peace, Security - Touray

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[Daily Trust] The President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Alieu Omar Touray, said the regional bloc has remained steadfast in advancing regional peace, security and stability in the region.

Namibia: 'Increase Our Salaries Too'

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[Namibian] Public transport users react to N$15 increase in transport fare

Nigeria: Govt Rallies Private Sector to Bridge Housing Gap

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[Daily Trust] The Federal Government government says it is seeking private sector partnership to drive growth and development of the housing sector.

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