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[Liberian Investigator] Vendors at Omega General Market, one of Monrovia's busiest trading hubs, say mounting garbage and prolonged inaction by market authorities have turned a key section of the market into a public health hazard, forcing some sellers to abandon their stalls and threatening livelihoods.
[Liberian Investigator] Liberia on Tuesday took a major step toward a cash-lite economy with the launch of its Inclusive Instant Payment System (IIPS), a national digital platform that for the first time allows real-time transfers across mobile money networks.
[Liberian Investigator] Civil society group Solidarity & Trust for a New Day (STAND) on Tuesday openly rejected a Liberia National Police (LNP) directive barring protests at the Executive Mansion, declaring that it will proceed with its planned December 17 "Lead or Leave" demonstration at the seat of government, a location it says has long been used for public assembly by citizens, including those currently in power.
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Six of the top 10 countries on the International Rescue Committee's list are in Africa.
[Liberian Investigator] Liberia's Chief Police Investigator for the Crime Services Department, Reafeal Wilson, on Tuesday came under sustained pressure during cross-examination in the ongoing Capitol Building arson trial, as defense lawyers challenged the credibility of the fire investigation and the reliability of audio evidence presented by the state.
Cuba saw thousands of devotees walk toward the shrine of El Rincon, on the outskirts of Havana, during the annual pilgrimage honouring Saint Lazarus.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- All police officers on leave have been ordered to resume duty as the government intensifies a sweeping, multi-agency security operation aimed at safeguarding Kenyans and visitors during the busy festive season.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Addis Ababa this week marks more than a diplomatic milestone.
[This Day] The Senate yesterday approved some far-reaching recommendations of its Committee on Finance on the 2026-2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP), backing a lower and more realistic crude oil benchmark of $60.
The operation aims to support tens of thousands of families with essential food supplies, blankets and other relief, with officials expecting to reach around 73,000 households in need. Red alerts have been issued for heavy snowfall — up to 80 centimetres in the High Atlas mountains
A popular South African radio and club DJ, Warrick Stock, also known as DJ Warras, was shot dead in the heart of Johannesburg on Tuesday, highlighting the country’s ongoing struggle with violent crime.
[Vanguard] Abuja -- Energy law experts have urged TotalEnergies EP Nigeria Limited to comply with a tribunal ruling ordering it to pay the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) $285.2 million, describing the award as a landmark affirmation of Nigeria's legal and contractual framework.
Opposition parties in the DRC are raising the alarm after the arrest of former presidential candidate Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary in Kinshasa on Tuesday.
[Premium Times] Ms Ujam announced additional training of 350,000 Nigerians in Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, describing it as a major milestone in its National Skills Initiative (AINSI).
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The seven Kenyans had previously been denied working visas and will now be deported, South Africa says.
Mexico City’s Congress descended into a brief scuffle during a debate on transparency reform, leading to a walkout by the opposition and approval of the changes.
[ISS] Political actors remain suspicious of the census process and divided over which electoral system to use.
Having ended a long wait for a maiden Champions League title in May, Paris Saint-Germain will look to lift the FIFA Intercontinental Cup for the first time when they face Flamengo in Wednesday's final.
South African authorities are negotiating with Russia to secure the return of 17 South African men who ended up fighting in Ukraine.
[SAnews.gov.za] Seven Kenyan nationals were arrested for allegedly working at a centre, despite entering the country on a tourist visa.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Travellers using Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) may soon no longer be required to remove their shoes during security screening as the government moves to modernise airport security and improve passenger experience.
