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South Africa: Slain KwaZulu-Natal Family Members Laid to Rest - South African News Briefs - April 27, 2026

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'Green coal' offers Chad a cleaner and cheaper alternative to coal and wood

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In Chad, consumers are using 'green coal' as a cheaper and cleaner alternative to wood and coal.

Somalia: Somaliland President Condemns White House Dinner Shooting, Backs Trump

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[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa -- Somaliland's President Dr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro on Sunday strongly condemned the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, expressing solidarity with the United States and voicing support for Donald Trump.

Kenya: President Ruto Defends Reform Agenda, Promises Solutions to Kenya's Challenges

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[Capital FM] Tharaka Nithi -- President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to addressing the challenges facing Kenyans, saying the government is focused on delivering solutions rather than shifting blame.

Kenya: Batuk Soldiers Join Charity Run to Support Girls' Menstrual Hygiene in Laikipia

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[Capital FM] Laikipia -- Soldiers from the British Army Training Unit Kenya joined dozens of volunteers over the weekend in a 10-kilometre charity run aimed at raising awareness on menstrual hygiene and supporting vulnerable girls and women in Laikipia County.

Kenya: Electricity Bills Set to Rise As EPRA Introduces New April 2026 Charges

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Electricity consumers across Kenya will face higher power bills this month after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) introduced three additional charges in its latest tariff review.

Kenya: Police Nab Four Drug Peddlers in Major Crackdown in Molo

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[Capital FM] Molo -- Police in Nakuru have arrested four suspected drug peddlers in a major security operation targeting illicit brew and narcotics in Molo town.

Kenya: Garissa Female Aspirant Arrested Over Incitement Linked to Deadly Tseikuru Attack

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A female political aspirant from Garissa County has been arrested over alleged incitement to violence following the deadly attack in Tseikuru, Kitui County that left seven people dead.

Kenya: Wanga Floats Joho for Deputy President Slot in Possible ODM-UDA 2027 Talks

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has sparked political debate after suggesting that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) should push for the Deputy President position for former Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho in any potential political arrangement with President William Ruto's camp ahead of the 2027 General Election.

West Africa: The Enduring Resilience of Children of the Central Sahel in the Midst of Crisis

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[Unicef] Dakar/New York -- "After a 14-day visit to the Central Sahel, I have witnessed firsthand a region rich in possibilities, yet continuously affected by insecurity, climate shocks, and socio-economic crises.

Nigeria: Army Orders Probe As NYSC Member Killed in Cross Fire With Armed Robers in Abuja

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[Leadership] The Guards Brigade has ordered an into the death of a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Mr. Abdulsamad Jamiu, who was caught in a cross fire with armed robbers in the Dei Dei area of Bwari Area Council of Abuja.

Nigeria: 10 Villagers Die As Katsina Community Foils Bandit Attack

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[Leadership] Residents of Gurbi community in Kankara local government area of Katsina State have managed to repel an attempted invasion by armed bandits on Sunday evening, although the incident still resulted in the killing of at least 10 people in a nearby settlement.

Nigeria: Peter Okoye Slams X-User Who Described His Change of Birthday As a Great Shame to Igbos

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[Leadership] One of the P Square twins, Peter Okoye, has slammed an X-user who described his change of birthday as a 'shame on ndi igbo'.

Nigeria: Lai Mohammed Raises Alarm Over Rising Cost of Politics in Nigeria

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[This Day] Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has raised concerns over the high cost of contesting political offices in Nigeria, warning that it poses a barrier to participation, particularly for young people.

Namibia: Minister Investigates Tribal Bias At Roads Authority

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[Namibian] Minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi's order to investigate alleged tribal bias in recruitment at the Roads Authority has reignited the issue of hiring practices across state-owned enterprises and government offices.

Mozambique: Humanitarian Aid Under Pressure in Cabo Delgado

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[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambique's relief agency, the National Disaster Management Institute (INGD) has warned that humanitarian assistance in the northern province of Cabo Delgado is under pressure from the combination of terrorist raids and climatic shocks, which affect the same communities.

Kenya: Gachagua Vows Fresh Court Battle Over Impeachment, Claims Process Was Illegal

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has announced that he will return to court to challenge his removal from the office of Deputy President, insisting that his impeachment was unlawful and based on constitutional irregularities.

Kenya: Ruto Urges National Unity in Fight Against Rising Youth Drug and Alcohol Crisis

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has pledged a renewed national campaign against drug and alcohol abuse, describing the crisis as a growing threat to the country's youth and future.

Tanzania: Tanzania Marks 62 Years of Unity, Lasting Union Amidst Challenges

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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA, a land celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural tapestry, today marks 62 years of a profound and enduring unity.

Kenya: Ruto Blasts Mt Kenya 'Political Cartels' Over 2027 Succession Politics During Murang'a Tour

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[Capital FM] Murang'a -- President William Ruto has criticized political leaders he accused of attempting to act as gatekeepers of Central Kenya's political direction ahead of the next general election, saying he will not be controlled by individuals claiming to hold regional voting blocs.

Zimbabwe: Marondera Needs U.S.$20 Million to Address Water Challenges

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[New Zimbabwe] The Municipality of Marondera requires in excess of US$20 million to revamp its water reticulation system and cater for its ballooning population.

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