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[New Era] The festive season has brought mixed feelings among travellers, bus owners, and drivers. While some passengers complain of being overcharged for fares and luggage, drivers argue that customers often bargain instead of paying the fixed, government-approved transport rates. As people prepare to travel for the holidays--whether to reunite with loved ones or simply enjoy a peaceful retreat-- New Era visited various long-distance loading areas in Windhoek on Wednesday afternoon.

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[Vanguard] The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has explained the introduction of a N100,000 daily withdrawal limit on point-of-sales, PoS, terminals as part of efforts to promote a cashless economy.

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[Vanguard] The Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has stated that directing curses at individuals online constitutes a criminal offense punishable under the law.

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The U.N. deputy special envoy for Libya, Stephanie Koury, told the U.N. Security Council that as a first step, the U.N. political mission in Libya known as UNSMIL intends to establish an advisory committee, with a deadline to develop options to resolve outstanding electoral issues and a road map for

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Following the wonder of CONFECTIONS X COLLECTIONS, an exhibition blending fashion, art, and identity continues Mount Nelson’s celebration of Africa’s

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[Nile Post] President Museveni has promised to increase the 10-million-shilling resettlement package initially allocated to victims of landslides in Bugisu.

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[IPS] Cotonou, Benin -- Construction of the new Museum of Modern Art is underway in Cotonou, Benin's largest city. The museum, along with three others being built throughout the country, are part of the Beninese government's extensive plan to ramp up the nation's tourism industry and preserve its culture. It is expected to open at the end of 2026.

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[allAfrica] The 16 Days of Activism campaign was led by government and business accounts on South Africa X (formerly Twitter), according to a new report published by the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC).

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The West African nation's information agency said in a statement that Capt. Ibrahim Traore, the country's president, welcomed Morocco's diplomatic efforts and noted that France and Burkina Faso's relations had soured in recent years.

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There were more than 19 elections in Africa in 2024. It was especially a devastating year for incumbents and ruling parties; they lost power in Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana and Senegal. Meanwhile, Mali, Guinea-Bissau and South Sudan continue to wait for a chance to vote

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The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (BAL.NBA.com/) will host a Combine in Rabat for a second consecutive year from Friday, Jan. 10 – Sunday, Jan. 12.  The

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In today's fast-paced business world, writing a comprehensive business plan can feel overwhelming for entrepreneurs. However, with the advancement of

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[Radio Dalsan] The Director of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Abdullahi Sanbaloolshe, held an important meeting at the NISA headquarters with his counterpart, the Director of the Tanzania Intelligence and Security Service (TISS), Suleiman Abubakar Mombo, who arrived in Mogadishu on Wednesday for a two-day visit.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has extended an invitation to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to join the opposition ranks, fueling speculation of a potential coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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[Radio Dalsan] The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, welcomed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Republic of Tanzania, Mr. Mohamud Thabit Kombo, and his delegation at the Presidential Palace. The delegation is in the country on a work visit.

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[Premium Times] The vandalisation of the line, according to TCN, occurred on 18 December at about 11:43 p.m.

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[Daily Trust] The federal government has provided an explanation for how it will achieve the 15 percent projected inflation in the 2025 appropriation bill submitted to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday.

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[WHO-AFRO] The outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease was declared over today by the Government of Rwanda with no new cases reported over the last 42 days after the last patient tested negative for the virus twice, as per the usual protocol for ending these types of outbreaks.

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“Just because the French have been here since the slavery period doesn’t mean it’s impossible to do otherwise,”

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[allAfrica] The Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC) has released its latest report, Gender-Based Violence and Misogyny TikTok Analytics and Narrative Update in South Africa, on the online conversation regarding gender-based violence and misogyny.

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[Leadership] The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that troops arrested three high-profile terrorists alongside 269 others while 212 extremists were killed in one week.