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Nigeria: FCTA Imposes N5m Fine On Property Owners for Illegal Conversion

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[Leadership] The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has imposed a N5 million fine on property owners who have unlawfully converted residential plots to commercial use, particularly on Gana, Gimbiya, Aminu Kano, and Ademola Adetokunbo Streets, among others, in the city center.

Somalia: Young Somali Refugees Targeted By Libyan-Based Traffickers

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[ISS] Trans-Saharan syndicates lure youngsters from Kenya's Dadaab camps, promising a better life in Europe.

Nigeria: Eid-UL-Mawlid - Govt Declares Friday Public Holiday

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[Premium Times] The minister further called on Nigerians, irrespective of their religious affiliations, to use the occasion to pray for peace, security, and stability of the country.

Nigeria: Cybercrime - Nigerian Court Sentences Five Foreigners to Three Years in Prison, Orders Deportation

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[Premium Times] One count alleged that they entered Nigeria with a business permit of 30 days and "remained in the country on the expiration of that permit".

Congo-Brazzaville launches electoral roll revision ahead of presidential polls

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Officials say the operation aims to ensure transparency and guarantee the credibility of the vote which is due to take place in March next year.

Nigeria: Mohbad - Court Orders DNA Test On Liam, Adjourns Proceedings

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[Premium Times] The order followed an application filed by Mohbad's father seeking a definitive paternity test.

Putin and Kim share limousine after China’s military parade

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un shared a limousine ride in Beijing on Wednesday while attending events marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

Sub-Saharan Africa’s elderly population soars amid weak support systems

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In just 15 years, sub-Saharan Africa has seen the number of people over 60 balloon by an estimated 50 per cent.

Afghanistan hit by second powerful quake as death toll exceeds 1,400

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An magnitude 5.5 aftershock shook southeastern Afghanistan on Tuesday, sparking fears of further damage and destruction almost two days after a large quake in the same region killed more than 1,400 people and injured thousands more.

Tanzania: GBV Remains Widespread in South Unguja, Leaders Warn

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[Daily News] Zanzibar -- DESPITE continued efforts by the government and stakeholders, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remains alarmingly prevalent in South Unguja, with women and children still facing serious physical and psychological abuse, local leaders have warned.

Portuguese team pays emotional tribute to Diogo Jota

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His family and widow, Rute, were present to unveil a framed bronze Portugal shirt with Jota's name and number on at the nation's training base in Lisbon.

Rise of local coaches shows change in African football

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African national sides are increasingly backing homegrown coaches - or showing faith in bosses from elsewhere on the continent. But will this trend continue?

Nigeria: Nigeria Introduces New Curriculum for Schools, Introduces Trade Subjects

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[Premium Times] The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, described the new curriculum as 'future-ready'.

Congo ex-justice minister sentenced to forced labor for corruption

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In a high-profile corruption crackdown, a top Congolese court has sentenced former Justice Minister Constant Mutamba to three years of forced labor after convicting him of embezzling $19 million in public funds.

Putin and Kim attend Xi's grand military parade in Beijing

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Chinese President Xi Jinping was joined by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at a major military parade in Beijing on Wednesday.

Rapper Cardi B cleared of assaulting security guard

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In the $24 million civil trial, the star was accused of slashing a woman's face with her fingernails.

Tanzania: A Surgeon's Fight for Sight on the Frontlines of Trachoma

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[allAfrica] Dar es Salaam -- Eye specialist Dr. Margaret Mumbua Muthoka is at the forefront of healthcare in Chalinze District, providing much-needed eye care services once lacking in the area.

Africa’s Future Must Be Built at Home, Not Abroad

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As African leaders continue flocking to summits in Tokyo, Paris, and Beijing, a critical question emerges: why does the continent continue to discuss its

Tinubu Declares End to Domestic Borrowing as Nigeria Surpasses Revenue Target

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President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria has halted borrowing from domestic banks after surpassing its annual revenue target by

Congo-Brazzaville Begins Electoral Roll Update Ahead of 2026 Presidential Poll

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Congo-Brazzaville has begun revising its electoral rolls ahead of next March’s presidential election, with officials promising the two-month

Zambia’s Stock Exchange Leads Global Gains as Copper Prices Rally

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Zambia’s stock market emerged as the world’s top performer in August, with the Lusaka Securities Exchange All Share Index soaring 14.3% amid a