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[New Times] Too much time spent indoors and intensive near vision activity lead to more children suffering from near-sightedness, or myopia, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on World Sight Day 2024, on October 10.

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[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a strategic military redeployment, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has ordered the withdrawal of Somalia's elite Gorgor forces from the Gedo region, sources confirmed.

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[Shabelle] Cairo, Egypt -- Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi arrived in Eritrea's capital, Asmara, today for a state visit aimed at fostering bilateral relations and discussing regional issues, sources familiar with the visit confirmed.

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[DA] The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng will write to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature's (GPL) ethics committee to investigate the allegations against Premier Panyaza Lesufi for failing to act against corruption in the Department of Social Development.

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[This Day] Former President Muhammadu Buhari has sent 10 members of his former cabinet with a message of condolence to the former Minister off Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Paulin Tallen following the death of her son, Richard Adamu Tallen.

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[Nyasa Times] President Lazarus Chakwera's administration is receiving widespread acclaim for its ambitious infrastructure development projects in Mzuzu, transforming the city into a modern hub.

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[World Bank] Freetown -- Sierra Leone's economy grew by 5.7% in 2023, exceeding expectations, driven by strong performance in the mining sector. However, growth is projected to slow to 4.3% in 2024 due to declining iron ore prices, according to the new World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Update launched today. The report notes a slightly optimistic medium-term outlook, with growth expected to recover to its long-term average of 4.6%, supported by a resurgence in the service sector, improved agricultural productivity, robust mining

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[Vanguard] ...rescue pregnant woman, children

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[Addis Standard] Ethiopia has been elected as a member of the UN Human Rights Council for the third time, despite recent concerns raised by Human Rights Watch (HRW), which called for the Council's "urgent attention" to address allegations of "gross human rights violations" in the country.

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[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki held talks yesterday on "bilateral, regional, and international issues," with a focus on Somalia's "sovereignty and territorial integrity," according to a statement from Eritrean Information Minister Yemane G. Meskel.

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[Daily News] Each year on October 10th, the world unites to observe World Mental Health Day--a global initiative to raise awareness about mental health issues, combat the stigma surrounding mental illness, and advocate for improved mental health care and support systems. In 2024, the theme is "Prioritizing Mental Health in Workplaces," a crucial topic that is increasingly recognized as essential for employee well-being, productivity, and overall organizational success.

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[Daily News] TANZANIA: TANZANIA is increasingly emerging as a top choice for investors worldwide, reflecting the sixth phase government's achievements in enhancing the business environment. The country stands out as a beacon for investors seeking stability and growth in East Africa, leveraging its strategic geographical position and political stability to promise returns on investment.

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The death toll in a brutal gang attack last week on a small town in central Haiti has risen to at least 115, a local official said on Wednesday.

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South Sudan’s leaders recently prolonged the mandate of the transitional government, pushing back elections by two years to December 2026

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[Nile Post] Oscar-winning actor Daniel Kaluuya has been celebrated with a statue in Leicester Square depicting his acclaimed performance in psychological horror film Get Out.

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[Nile Post] The Ministry of Education and Sports has directed private Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) providers to register and declare their operations, as part of the government's ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing quality assurance in vocational education.

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Church leaders claim it has the potential to stir the creativity, spirituality and academic prowess of all Africans.

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[Premium Times] The bill seeks to compel local governments in the state to remit a portion of their federal allocations into a consolidated account controlled by the Anambra State Government.

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[Premium Times] This development came after Premium Times' investigation on how a community in Kwara State became a hotbed for illegal mining activities.

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[Premium Times] The relief materials provided by the federal government for each of the 17,450 beneficiaries across the state, included a 25kg bag of rice, while the state government augmented with 10kg of millet, 10kg of maize, a half carton of spaghetti, and ₦5,000 in cash equally for each of them.

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[Namibian] ...Mbumba vents at ill treatment of Africans in Europe