Ethiopia: Power Restored in Ethiopia
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March 29, 2024, 7:21 AM
[allAfrica] The power cut affecting Ethiopia "except Bahir Dar and surroundings" is over, the Ethiopian Electric Power announced. "Due to a problem in our system, the power has been interrupted," their statement read, not giving reasons for the power failure.
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Nigeria: Boko Haram's 'Most-Wanted' Commander Captured
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March 29, 2024, 2:55 PM
[Vanguard] Maiduguri -- The First Class Emir of Gwoza local government area in Borno state, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta on Friday confirmed that the top wanted commander of Boko Haram who has been terrorizing Gwoza and other surrounding Mandara Mountain communities, Mallam Yathabalwe has surrendered to troops of 'Operation Hadin Kai' in the North East.
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Liberia: Supreme Court Halts Operation Of Asset Recovery Taskforce
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March 29, 2024, 2:44 PM
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Supreme Court of Liberia has ordered the Asset Recovery Taskforce to with immediate effect release all vehicles seized during its recent operation.
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South Africa: Former President Zuma Involved in Car Crash
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March 29, 2024, 2:35 PM
[Vanguard] South Africa's former president Jacob Zuma has been involved in a car crash overnight after a vehicle transporting him was hit by a drunk driver, police said on Friday.
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Kenya: Kenya Forms Avocado Taskforce to Tackle Sector Challenges
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March 29, 2024, 11:10 AM
[Business Day Africa] Kenya has formed an avocado taskforce committee comprising exporters, farmers, shippers, and aggregators aimed at addressing pertinent issues within the sector, with a deadline of 30 days to propose actionable solutions.
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Somalia: Constitutional Proposals Put Children At Risk
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March 29, 2024, 10:28 AM
[HRW] Nairobi -- Amendments Could Weaken Restrictions on Child Marriage, FGM
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Uganda: Bobi Wine Suspends Party's Deputy President Mpuuga
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March 29, 2024, 6:24 AM
[Nile Post] The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, has suspended Mathias Mpuuga from his position as Deputy President Central Region with immediate effect.
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Ethiopia: From Shadows to Spotlight - Why Ethiopia Became Latest Scene for Cryptocurrency Rush
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March 29, 2024, 6:21 AM
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- In the heart of East Africa, a surprising powerhouse is rising in the world of cryptocurrency.
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South Africa: Waterfall City Attracts U.S. Corporate Giants to the Heart of Africa's Fastest Growing Metropolitan Region
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March 26, 2024, 9:12 AM
[ACSUS] Waterfall City, nestled in the heart of South Africa, has emerged as the continent's fastest-growing mixed-use lifestyle precinct, drawing global attention as a premier destination for corporations seeking modern and strategically located spaces for their African operations. Waterfall City stands as a testament to innovative urban development, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure, sustainability commitments, and a vibrant ecosystem that beckons industry leaders from around the world.
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Somalia: Prices for Private Maritime Security Guards Shoot Up After Resurgence of Somali Pirates
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March 29, 2024, 6:21 AM
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Prices for private maritime security guards onboard have shot up this year, a new analysis from sister title Splash Extra shows.
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North Africa: Tunisia to Host 1st Decarbonisation Mediterranean Forum, End of Sep.2024 (Utica)
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March 29, 2024, 3:12 PM
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- Tunisia will host the first Mediterranean Decarbonisation Forum by the end of September 2024, announced the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts (UTICA).
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Tanzania: Former President Kikwete Praises Economic Growth, Stability
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March 29, 2024, 2:49 PM
[Daily News] DAR ES SALAAM -- Former President of the Fourth Phase, Dr. Jakaya Kikwete has expressed his satisfaction with the growth rate and stability of financial institutions in the country, urging the institutions to continue operating with even more professionalism in order to increase productivity in promoting investment and economic growth in various sectors, including business.
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Liberia: Former Liberian President George Weah Nominated for Prestigious Chatham House Prize
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March 29, 2024, 2:46 PM
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- In a notable recognition of Liberia's strides toward democracy and peace, former President George Weah (2018-2024) has been nominated for the esteemed Chatham House Prize for the year 2024. The nomination comes in acknowledgment of President Weah's graceful concession following Liberia's 2023 elections, marking a significant milestone in the nation's democratic journey.
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Nigeria: Africans Rising Calls for Support for Released Kidnap Victims
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March 29, 2024, 2:19 PM
[Africans Rising] Africans Rising notes the release of nearly 300 girls who were abducted earlier this month. We call on the Nigerian government to offer critical medical and psychosocial support to enable the girls to deal with the trauma they must have gone through.
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Tanzania: President to Lead Tanzanians in Prayers for Fallen Sokoine
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March 29, 2024, 10:34 AM
[Daily News] Dodoma -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan is expected to lead top government officials and other delegates at special national prayers to commemorate 40 years since the abrupt demise of former Prime Minister, Edward Sokoine.
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Liberia: Supreme Court Halts Boakai's Assets Recovery Task Force Operations
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March 29, 2024, 10:02 AM
[Liberian Observer] The Supreme Court has halted the operations of the Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Team set up by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to recover and retrieve public resources and properties that were illegally acquired or converted to private use by officials of past governments.
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Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Appoints New Central Bank Governor Amid Concerns Over High Inflation, Crumbling Zimbabwe Dollar
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March 29, 2024, 9:59 AM
[New Zimbabwe] President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed top-ranked banker, John Mushayavanhu, as the new governor of the central bank, almost a month before the end of John Mangudya's term of office.
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Africa: Akere Muna Appointed Goodwill Ambassador of the African Legal Support Facility
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March 28, 2024, 9:11 AM
[InfoWire] With the choice of Akere Muna as Goodwill Ambassador, a new era begins for the ALSF. This marks a new chapter in its commitment to build sustainable legal capacity on the African continent.
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Liberia: Boakai Making Mockery of War Crimes Court, Judge Dixon Alleges
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March 29, 2024, 6:23 AM
[New Dawn] Liberian Circuit Judge Blamo Dixon says President Joseph Nyumah Boakai is mocking the efforts to establish a War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC).
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Nigeria: Killing of 17 Soldiers - Wanted Delta Monarch Reports Self to Police
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March 29, 2024, 5:15 PM
[Leadership] Determined to prove his innocence in the controversy surrounding the murder of 17 military men in Okuama, the Ovie of Ewu-Urhobo Kingdom, Ughelli South local government area of Delta State, His Royal Majesty, Clement Oghenerukevwe Ikolo, Urhukpe 1, has surrendered himself to the State Police Command.
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Nigeria: Okpebholo Felicitates Tinubu At 72
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March 29, 2024, 2:59 PM
[Vanguard] As the nation celebrates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 72nd birthday, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming gubernatorial election in September 2024, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo, has joined other well-meaning Nigerians in extending heartfelt prayers and well wishes to the Nigerian President.
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Liberia: Acting CDC Chairman Kowo Urged Former Officials to Use Force Against Assets Recovery Team for 'Unlawful' Seizure of Property
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March 29, 2024, 2:46 PM
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) Acting Chairman Janga Augustus Kowo has urged ex-officials to resist members of the Assets Recovery Team when their actions are not backed by the court's order.
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Liberia: UL Students Decry Hardship in Commuting to School Over Lack of School Buses
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March 29, 2024, 2:41 PM
[FrontPageAfrica] LOUISIANA -- Students of the University of Liberia have alarmed over the absence of buses to transport them to Fendell campus. It is almost a month now since normal learning activities began on the campuses of the University of Liberia (UL) for the first time under the leadership of President Joseph Boakai. This comes following an appeal to the UL Faculty Association to return to the status quo.
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Liberia: 10 Dead, 30 Missing, No Excavator to Conduct Rescue Search As Survivors Say Mines Ministry Forced Them Into Abandoned Mine
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March 29, 2024, 2:40 PM
[FrontPageAfrica] River Cess -- As the search for victims in the Chio Town disaster continues, family of the victims have begun pointing fingers at officials of the Ministry of Mines and Energy in the county over the incident. Ten people are confirmed dead with more than 30 still missing and either trapped beneath the ground or dead.
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Uganda: Ugandan MP Calls for Women's Inclusion in Climate Change Policy
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March 29, 2024, 2:39 PM
[Nile Post] Ahead of World Environment Day, Ugandan Member of Parliament Christine Nakimwero Kaaya emphasizes the critical need for women's voices in climate policy-making. Her statement comes at the launch of a report titled "Feminist Analysis of Impacts of Climate Change on Women's Rights in Uganda."
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Mauritius: High Commissioner of Eswatini Calls On Minister Maneesh Gobin, Discusses Economic Ties Within African Continent
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March 29, 2024, 2:38 PM
[Government of Mauritius] Port Louis -- His Excellency Mlondi Solomon Dlamini, the new High Commissioner of the Kingdom of Eswatini with residence in Maputo, Mozambique, presented his Letters of Credence to H.E. Prithvirajsing Roopun, President of the Republic, on 27 March 2024. He also paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister, Honourable Pravind Jugnauth, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Honourable Maneesh Gobin.
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Nigeria: Highlights from CCA Trade and Investment Mission to Nigeria
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March 29, 2024, 3:49 PM
[CCA] It was an honor to lead the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) Trade and Investment mission to Nigeria, visiting Abuja, the nation's capital, and Lagos, the commercial center, from February 21-26. CCA is a business association focused solely on promoting U.S - Africa business, trade, investments and partnerships.
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Nigeria: Remita's Choice As Payment Facilitator Merit-Based - CBN
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March 29, 2024, 2:35 PM
[Vanguard] The Director of Banking Services, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Hamisu Abdullahi, has highlighted the merit-based selection of Remita to provide an electronic platform essential for facilitating payments from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to beneficiary accounts across commercial banks.
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Ethiopia: Deputy PM Temesgen Launches Nationwide Environmental Protection Movement
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March 29, 2024, 2:32 PM
[ENA] Addis Ababa, -- Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh has launched a six-day nationwide environmental protection movement.
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South Africa: Cheap Politics and Deep Fakes - The Use of AI-generated Content Ahead of South Africa's Election
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March 29, 2024, 1:59 PM
[The Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change] The South African National Editors Forum (SANEF) and Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) recently circulated a paper that contains a risk assessment of factors that could impact the integrity of South Africa's 2024 elections. One of the mid-level risks on the list was "Disinformation and/or hate speech us(ing) manipulated media such as synthetic content, cheap- or deep fakes or AI-generated content..."
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Namibia: Climate Change Puts Food Production At Risk
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March 29, 2024, 10:17 AM
[Namibian] THE Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform (MAWLR) has put several measures in place to ensure the resilience and sustainability of food production in the country as effects of climate change continue to wreak havoc in the sector.
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Namibia: Farming With the Environment in Mind
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March 29, 2024, 10:15 AM
[Namibian] Rundu-born Magdalena José has nurtured the love for nature since her childhood. Her fascination with the natural world has shaped her journey into agriculture.
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Namibia: Community Gardens Contributing to Food Security
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March 29, 2024, 10:15 AM
[Namibian] In an effort to contribute to national food security and improved nutrition, many Namibians are taking up small-scale gardening projects.
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