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Ghana: No Bed Syndrome in Our Hospitals Must End Now

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[Ghanaian Times] Another Ghanaian has died not because his injuries were beyond treatment, not because help was impossible, but because there was "no bed."

South Africa: Unemployment Rate Decreases By 0.5 Percentage Points

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[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa's official unemployment rate decreased by 0.5 percentage points from 31.9% in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025 to 31.4% in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2025.

Southern Africa: SADC Deploys Disaster Response Team to Madagascar

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[SADC] The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has deployed its Emergency Response Team (ERT) to support the Government of Madagascar following the impact of Tropical Cyclone Gezani, which made landfall on 10 February 2026. This was a second destructive system to hit Madagascar within just ten days, following the impacts of Tropical Cyclone FYTIA which made landfall on 31 January 2026, compounding the crisis. The cyclone resulted in loss of life, significant displacement, destruction of infrastructure

Kenya: No Evidence That Former Us President Obama Invited Kenyan Politician Musyoka to His Chicago Home

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[Africa Check] IN SHORT: There has been a spike in false information about Kenyan opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka since his trip to the US. We debunk another graphic that falsely claims former US president Barack Obama invited Musyoka to his Chicago home.

Kenya: Traders Warn Tobacco Bill May Fuel Illicit Trade

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi traders have urged the Senate to reconsider the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, warning that some of its proposals could trigger a surge in illicit tobacco products.

Africa: Ebola Has Gone From a Global Emergency to a Disease We Can Stop, Says CEPI Chief

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[allAfrica] "In a single decade, the world has transformed Ebola from a global emergency to a disease that can be stopped in its tracks," said Dr Richard Hatchett, CEO of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI). Dr Hatchett said, a few weeks ago, Ebola vaccines from MSD (known as Merck & Co. in the U.S. and Canada) were announced just days after an outbreak of the deadly disease was declared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Nigerians hang on to hope of 2026 World Cup reprieve

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Nigeria fans are still hoping Fifa may rule in their favour over allegations that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during Africa's 2026 World Cup play-offs.

Nigeria probes Temu over alleged data privacy breaches

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Nigeria’s data protection regulator has opened an investigation into Chinese-owned e-commerce platform Temu over suspected violations of the country’s privacy laws.

Proposed ICE detention center in New Jersey sparks protests and divides locals

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In the quiet, rural township of Roxbury, New Jersey, a sprawling warehouse has become the center of a growing national controversy over U.S. immigration policy.

Gold rush fever grips township outside South African city of Springs

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The frenzy began a while ago when a man digging a fence post in a cattle kraal claimed to have found gold.

Jesse Jackson, civil rights titan and presidential candidate, dies at 84

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The Reverend Jesse Jackson, a towering figure in the American civil rights movement who evolved from a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr. into a two-time presidential candidate and a global mediator, has died at the age of 84.

Kenya: Aviation Workers Suspend Strike After Deal With Government

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Aviation workers have suspended their strike after reaching an agreement with the government, paving the way for the resumption of normal airport operations.

Nigeria: Custody - Sophia Momodu's Lawyer Warns Davido, Supporters Against Intimidation, Harassment

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[Premium Times] The "Unavailable" crooner approached the Lagos State High Court in Yaba, seeking joint custody of his first daughter, Imade, whom he welcomed with Sophia in May 2015.

Nigeria: Senate Panel Queries Tribunal Over N16m Spent On Office Fumigation

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[Premium Times] The panel demanded an explanation for such a significant amount spent on cleaning services while critical areas such as publicity received little attention.

Kenya: Kenya Airways Adjusts Schedules As Aviation Workers' Strike Causes Up to 4-Hour Delays At JKIA

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya Airways has effected scheduling adjustments following prolonged disruptions at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) caused by an ongoing aviation workers' strike, with some departures delayed by up to four hours.

Africa: Could Africa's Youth Bulge Help Fill Europe's Military Ranks?

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[ISS] Military recruitment increasingly reflects the same demand-supply dynamics that shape global civilian migration.

Madagascar: Successive Cyclones Put Children At Risk in Madagascar

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[Unicef] Second climate-related disaster in two weeks leaves tens of thousands of children cut off from essential services

Sudan faces Ramadan amidst war and economic hardship

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With Ramadan just hours away, shoppers fill the markets of Omdurman, rushing to secure provisions for the holy month. But the festive spirit is overshadowed by hardship due to the uncertainties gripping the country.

Zimbabwe through at T20 World Cup after washout

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Zimbabwe qualify for the Super 8s at the T20 World Cup as rain washes out their Group B game against Ireland.

Namibia: Mineworkers Union Calls for Urgent Reforms in Mining Sector

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[Namibian] The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) has called for urgent reforms to transform labour practices and achieve decent work in the country's mining sector.

First solar eclipse of the year to seen in the Antarctica

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A partial solar eclipse will be visible to observers in parts of southern Africa and the southern tip of South America.

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