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South Africa: Severe Storm Warning Issued for Western Cape - South African News Briefs - February 9, 2025

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Sudan: Turkey Condemns RSF Attack Killing Displaced Civilians

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[SNA] Port Sudan, 8-2-2026 (SUNA) - The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement condemning the attack carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) against a vehicle carrying civilians, describing it as a serious and blatant violation of international humanitarian law protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure during armed conflicts.

Sudan: Minister of Energy Meets Central Bank Governor

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[SNA] Khartoum, 8-2-2026 (SUNA) - The Minister of Energy, Engineer Al-Mu'tasim Ibrahim Ahmed, met today, Sunday, at his office with the Governor of the Central Bank of Sudan (CBOS), Amna Mirghani.

Kenya: Kondele Quarry Claims Lives of 5 Siblings Aged 9 to 14

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[Capital FM] Kisumu -- Tragedy struck Kanyakwar area in Kisumu Central sub-county on Sunday evening after four siblings drowned in an open quarry.

Kenya: Sh220bn Housing, Water and Roads Plan to Revamp Nairobi - Ruto

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government is rolling out major development programmes in the capital Nairobi to set pace for national transformation, President William Ruto has said.

Kenya: Carbon Neutral By 2030 - Can Kenya's Corporates Deliver Credible Net-Zero?

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- "Carbon neutral by 2030" has become a central goal in Kenya's corporate sustainability efforts, featuring prominently in investor briefings, annual reports, and media statements as companies respond to growing decarbonisation pressures and global climate expectations.

Liberia: Ex-President Sirleaf Advocates for Zoning Regulation to Control Placement of Churches, Mosques

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Former President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf has raised a red flag over the increasing noise pollution that comes with the proliferation of churches and mosques established in all quarters of the Liberian society.

Nigeria: Electoral Act - Akpabio Summons Emergency Sitting, Notable Nigerians Kick, NLC Warns

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[This Day] Following the backlash that trailed the recent amendment to the Electoral Act, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has summoned an emergency session for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 9, in a move to fast-track legislative action on the controversial Electoral Act Amendments Bill.

Somalia: Somalia Unveils Modern Labour Law to Promote Fair Work and Stronger Social Dialogue

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[Shabelle] The Federal Government of Somalia took a major step toward strengthening labour governance with the official launch of the revised Somali Labour Code (Law No. 36, 2024), during a national ceremony held at Hotel Afrik in Mogadishu. The updated law establishes a modern legal framework designed to promote decent work, fair employment relationships and the protection of the rights and responsibilities of both workers and employers.

Nigeria: Kebbi Govt Signs Deal With NCS for Niger-Benin Transit Corridor

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[This Day] Kebbi State is set to revolutionise trade and commerce in the region as it partners with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to implement President Bola Tinubu's approved transit corridor for goods bound for Niger Republic through Benin Republic.

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Mourns Maj Gen Takirwa As a Loyal and Courageous Patriot

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[Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has mourned the late Major General Francis Takirwa, describing him as a true patriot who served the country and the Uganda People's Defence Forces with loyalty, courage and humanity.

Uganda: Several Feared Dead in Kasanda Road Crash Involving Taxi and Link Bus

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[Nile Post] Several people are feared dead following a serious road crash involving a taxi and a Kampala-bound Link Bus in Kyakatebe, Kassanda District, on Sunday evening.

Nigeria: Report Flags 92 Fraudulent Projects Under Tinubu Administration

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[Premium Times] Hundreds of projects remained incomplete or have not commenced despite budgetary allocations, the report stated.

Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu Announces 'Total Cancellation' of Sit-At-Home in South-East - IPOB

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[Premium Times] The enforcement of the sit-at-home had resulted in deadly attacks and destruction of goods in Nigeria's South-east for years, despite being cancelled repeatedly by the Mr Kanu-led IPOB.

Somalia: Somalia Warns Against Secessionist Moves, Emphasizes Unity Over Clan Divisions

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[Shabelle] Doha -- Somalia's State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ali Balcad, spoke out on issues surrounding Somaliland's independence and the country's diverse regions, emphasizing the importance of national unity.

Somalia: Somalia's Danab Commandos Launch Targeted Raid Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle

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[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's elite Danab commando forces, supported by international partners, carried out a targeted operation against Al-Shabaab militants near the Warmaxan area in Lower Shabelle region.

Nigeria: Pipeline Surveillance - Activist Flays Campaign Against Tantita

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[This Day] Warri -- A Niger Delta activist, Comrade Preye Tambou, has appealed to ethnic champions in Delta State calling for the cancellation of the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited to desist from such warning, adding that it is not a good step for all ethnic nationalities in the state.

Nigeria: Nigeria, China Mark 55 Years of Diplomatic Relations

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[This Day] Abuja -- Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their longstanding diplomatic and strategic partnership as both countries marked the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations during the 2026 'Happy Chinese New Year' Temple Fair in Abuja.

Ghana: Ghana Recalls High Commissioner to Nigeria Over Alleged Electoral Malpractice

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[This Day] Abuja -- The Government of Ghana has recalled its High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, following allegations linking him to electoral malpractice during a party primary election in Ghana.

Uganda: Tayebwa Urges NRM MPs to Rally Behind Party Position On Parliamentary Leadership

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[Nile Post] Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has urged newly elected Members of Parliament to remain united under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and to support the party's position on parliamentary leadership.

Nigeria: Senate to Hold Emergency Plenary Session Amidst Electoral Act Amendment Controversy

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[Premium Times] The notice of the emergency sitting was contained in a memo dated 8 February and circulated to senators.

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