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Amid drought, Moroccan florists blossom against the odds

Africanews  

In Morocco, a nation grappling with severe water shortages, flower growers are battling parched wells and drought to sustain a vibrant industry that beautifies homes, celebrates milestones, and fuels a growing export market.

African pride as Rwanda prepares for cycling history

BBC News Africa  

Rwanda will make history when it becomes the first African nation to host cycling's Road World Championships from 21-28 September.

Nigeria lifts state of emergency in Rivers State after six months

Africanews  

Nigeria's president Bola Tinubu lifted a sixth-month long emergency rule in the oil-rich Rivers State on Wednesday, as a governance and constitutional crisis had been resolved, according to the head of state.

King Charles and Trump Toast ‘special relationship’ at state banquet

Africanews  

The King reflected on centuries of shared history — from war and hardship to innovation and cultural exchange.

Nigeria: Dorawar Na'abba PHC Partially Operates Without Drugs, Water or Toilets

allAfrica  

[Nigeria Health Watch] Sickness is not the only battle patients face at Dorawar Na'abba Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano State. Pregnant women wait for antenatal care without access to a restroom, children line up for vaccinations while staff fetch water from nearby homes, and patients often leave without receiving their medications.

Kenya: Ruto At Three - Lofty Promises, Fragile Gains and the Weight of Broken Pledges

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[Capital FM] When William Ruto rode to power in 2022, he promised a new dawn for the "hustlers" who had long felt neglected by successive governments. Three years on, his record is a mixed bag: bold achievements overshadowed by stubborn failures that threaten to define his presidency in ways he did not intend.

Africa: Farmers Build Resilience with Genebank Seeds

allAfrica  

[Crop Trust] In Ghana, farmers can generally get hold of just a few varieties of Bambara groundnut to plant. But this is beginning to change, thanks to a new way of connecting farmers with seeds from the national genebank. This is giving farmers a chance to grow varieties that may be more suited to their needs and farms, and encourages the cultivation of a key local crop that has been neglected for too long.

Kenya: The Kenyan Government Must Invest in Criminal Justice Reform to Restore Dignity

allAfrica  

[allAfrica] After 34 years of navigating and working within the U.S. criminal justice system, where even the most basic standards like access to hot water, sanitation, health and sufficient food are generally met, it was a sobering experience to witness first-hand, the harsh realities of incarceration in Kenya during a visit to Lang'ata Women's Maximum Security Prison in Nairobi.

Libyan naval operations force rescues 35 migrants near Tunisian border

Africanews  

The Libyan Zuwara Naval Operations Force said Thursday that they saved 35 migrants in a rescue mission near the Tunisian border on Tuesday.

Pix of the Day: September 18, 2025

Africanews  

Africanews takes a look at the day's news through the lens of the most striking images from current events.

South Africa: Five SANDF Members and Two Zimbabweans Charged With Smuggling Cigarettes

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[SAnews.gov.za] The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed that five of its members and two Zimbabwean nationals will appear in the Musina Magistrate's Court today on charges of allegedly stealing smuggled cigarettes.

South Africa: South Africa Calls On All States to Take Action to Halt the Genocide in Gaza

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[SAnews.gov.za] The Government of the Republic of South Africa has welcomed the findings of the United Nations (UN) Commission of Inquiry stating that Israel has committed genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza.

South Africa: Mkhwanazi Continues Giving Evidence On Day 2 of Madlanga Commission

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[SAnews.gov.za] The second day of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has begun at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Tshwane.

South Africa: Higher Education and Takealot Sign Strategic Skills Development Agreement

allAfrica  

[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has signed a landmark agreement with leading e-commerce business, Takealot Group, to expand youth skills development, bridge education-to-employment gaps, and support workforce growth in South Africa.

Uganda: UAE Slaps Visa Ban On Uganda Starting 2026

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[Nile Post] The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially placed Uganda on its 2026 visa ban list, effectively barring Ugandan citizens from applying for tourist and work visas to the Gulf state.

Botswana: Botswana Has Valued Good Governance As Much As Diamonds

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[ISS] The country's trajectory shows that natural endowments are neither destiny nor curse; governance determines the outcome.

DRC: former President Joseph Kabila's trial verdict due this Friday

Africanews  

In a significant development, the High Military Court in Kinshasa has set Friday for its verdict in the war crimes trial of former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila.

Congress rejects Milei vetoes as thousands rally outside in Buenos Aires

Africanews  

Thousands gathered outside Argentina’s Congress on Wednesday to celebrate lawmakers’ decision to overturn President Javier Milei’s vetoes of two bills funding public universities and paediatric hospitals.

Ghana’s women struggle to save oyster farming hit by climate change

Africanews  

Mangroves, trees or shrubs that grow along coastlines serve a critical multifunctional purpose in the aquatic ecosystem, ranging from being a home to fish to providing a buffer for coastal erosion from rising sea levels, and protection to land during storms and cyclones

Deportees dispute Ghana’s claims of repatriation

Africanews  

Human rights experts warn the deportations could put the migrants’ safety at risk, while raising broader questions about international protections for asylum-seekers

Ghana: Calm Restored to Hamile Border - GIS

allAfrica  

[Ghanaian Times] THE Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) disclosed that calm has been restored at the Hamile Border Post in the Upper West Region after disturbances involving some members of the local community on Saturday evening, September 13, 2025 erupted.

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