Somali forces repulse bombing in Puntland
Somali security forces successfully repelled a suicide attack by Islamic State militants on a military base in Puntland, northeastern Somalia.
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Zimbabwe president signs law abolishing capital punishment
Zimbabwe has abolished the death penalty, a significant step for the country that last carried out an execution nearly two decades ago.
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Tunisian coast claims two lives, 17 rescued
A tragic migrant boat accident off Tunisia claimed two lives including a child while the National Guard rescued 17 passengers from the distressed vessel.
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Mauritania struggles with mental health resources
Mauritania faces critical challenges in mental health care with only one psychiatric ward serving a population of five million and families stepping in to fill gaps.
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Oil production to resume in South Sudan after pipeline repairs
South Sudan plans to resume oil production after a key pipeline to the Red Sea was damaged by fighting in neighboring Sudan earlier this year.
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Russia and Ukraine swap 300+ prisoners in UAE deal
A major prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, brokered by the UAE, saw over 300 POWs freed, with Zelenskyy celebrating the return of 189 Ukrainians.
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Nigeria’s Warri Refinery back online after decade of shutdowns
Nigeria’s Warri oil refinery has resumed some operations after nearly a decade of shutdowns, marking a significant step in the government’s efforts to revive the country’s moribund refining sector.
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Kenyan collector offers rare butterfly collection to researchers
A Kenyan butterfly collector, with over 4.2 million specimens, hopes to secure their future preservation through a well-funded institution.
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Desertion charges filed against 23 Congolese soldiers
At least 23 Congolese soldiers are facing the death penalty or long prison sentences for alleged desertion, rape, and other crimes committed during the ongoing conflict in the country’s east.
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Mozambique opposition leader halts protests temporarily
Following weeks of violent protests, Mozambique’s opposition leader has called for a temporary pause in demonstrations to allow for an investigation into alleged human rights abuses by security forces.
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