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Macron Supports Ghana’s Push For Reparatory Justice Over Slavery

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French President Emmanuel Macron pledged France's "full support" for African efforts to advance reparatory justice for slavery during a virtual address at

DR Congo fans priced out as Leopards shirt costs surge

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Excitement surrounding the Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team, which has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, is being overshadowed by a sharp rise in jersey prices in the country's east, where supporters say the cost of showing their support has become unaffordable.

Twins marry twins in joyous Nigerian joint wedding

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Brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye speak to the BBC after getting hitched to twin sisters.

Twins marry twins in joyous Nigerian joint wedding

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Brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye speak to the BBC after getting hitched to twin sisters.

Young doctors focus on community wellbeing

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Many young doctors work closely in mining communities across the country. These medical professionals are playing a key role in reshaping healthcare in

Gambia: Former VP Dr Touray Enters 2026 Race As Independent

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[The Point] Former Vice President Dr. Isatou Touray has announced her candidacy as an independent presidential candidate for the 2026 election, becoming the second female former VP to join the race after Fatoumatta Jallow Tambajang.

Gambia: Barrow Launches NPP Manifesto, 9-Point Agenda, Vows Faster Development

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[The Point] President Adama Barrow on June 20, 2026 officially launched the National People's Party Manifesto, Nine-Point Plan and new digital platforms, describing the event as "an exceptionally important stage in the democratic journey of our beloved nation".

Malawi: Fear and Grief Grip Pietermaritzburg As Malawians Flee After Countryman Is Killed

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[Nyasa Times] A wave of fear has swept through South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province after the killing of a 29-year-old Malawian national, forcing growing numbers of Malawians and other foreign nationals to abandon their homes in search of safety.

Malawi: Malawi's Digital Clampdown Intensifies With New Arrest

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[Nyasa Times] Malawi's tightening grip on online speech has come under fresh scrutiny after the arrest of political activist Fredrick Billy Malata in Lilongwe on Monday -- the latest sign of authorities turning the screws on social media users.

Rwanda: Ethiopia - PM Abiy's Party Wins Parliamentary Elections

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[New Times] Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party secured a large majority in Ethiopia's parliamentary elections held on June 1.

Rwanda: Former Ferwafa Boss Kalisa's Court Hearing Postponed

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[New Times] The High Court in Kigali has postponed the hearing on the provisional release application filed by former Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) Secretary General Adolphe Kalisa, popularly known as Camarade.

Nigeria: 243 Suspects Arrested, 60 Firearms Recovered in Lagos in Three Months - - CP Fatai

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[Vanguard] The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 243 suspects for offences ranging from armed robbery and cultism to murder and traffic robbery between March and June 2026, Commissioner of Police Tijani Fatai has disclosed.

AMCHAM Kenya Appoints Paul Muthaura As Chief Executive Officer

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The American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham Kenya) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Muthaura as Chief Executive Officer, effective June

First-Ever GLOMOs Africa Winners Announced Alongside GSMA Open Gateway Africa Ignite Hackathon Champions

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GLOMOs Africa: GSMA recognises innovation driving digital transformation across Africa The GSMA has announced the winners of the inaugural Global Mobile

Australian police uncover 3 tons of cocaine

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Police found 2.7 metric tons (3 tons) of cocaine on a property on Sydney’s outskirts in Australia’s largest ever seizure of the drug, officials said on Monday.

New York City's 'Little Senegal' comes together for World Cup

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US visa restrictions have left many of the team's fans at home, but the African diaspora is uniting in Harlem.

New York City's 'Little Senegal' comes together for World Cup

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US visa restrictions have left many of the team's fans at home, but the African diaspora is uniting in Harlem.

From ancient practice to global movement: yoga's enduring journey

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Indian yoga expert and teacher Varun Veer said that its Western form is often reduced to the physical dimension, but the millennia-old practice is also mental and spiritual.

US advisor expresses 'cautious optimism' on Libya after talks with Egyptian FM

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with Senior Advisor to the US President for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, in Cairo on Sunday to discuss the situation in Libya.

South Africa: Impeachment Committee Chairperson Files Affidavit Opposing President's Interdict

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[Parliament of South Africa] The Chairperson of the Impeachment Committee on Section 89 Enquiry, Mr Makashule Gana, today filed an affidavit opposing the urgent application brought by President Cyril Ramaphosa to interdict the committee from carrying out its work.

South Africa: 'Municipality Is Hiring' Advert Just Another Job Scam - Visit Verified Platforms for Legit Opportunities

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[Africa Check] IN SHORT: According to Facebook posts in South Africa, "municipality is hiring". But these posts are a scam. There is no evidence of this advert on official government websites or social media platforms.

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