Niger reports soldier deaths in militant attack
A fierce battle between Nigerien forces and armed militants resulted in the deaths of fifteen soldiers.
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Nigeria braces for potential unrest over economic hardship
Frustrated Nigerians are set to take to the streets to demand an end to bad governance and economic hardship.
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Botswana government forces mining companies to sell shares
Botswana is introducing a new law that compels mining companies to sell a 24% stake to locals if the government declines its option to buy shares.
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Deadly landslide hits Ethiopia, over 220 killed
The disaster has caused widespread destruction and left communities in shock.
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South Africa’s Ramaphosa signs law to limit emissions
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a climate change act setting emissions caps and requiring adaptation plans from towns and cities.
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African Union urges peace in Sudan amid ongoing conflict
Ghana’s President Akufo-Addo and the AU Commission Chairperson Mahamat stress the urgent need for a lasting resolution to the Sudan conflict.
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Nigeria’s Central Bank tackles soaring inflation with rate hike
Nigeria’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate for the fourth time this year to combat soaring inflation and a weakening naira.
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HRW accuses Cameroon of curbing freedom of expression
Human Rights Watch says Cameroon is restricting freedom of expression with new laws targeting critics of the government, ahead of the 2025 presidential elections.
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Terrorism reaches Togo as al Qaeda group strikes
An Al Qaeda-linked group has claimed responsibility for the assault on an army barracks.
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Ugandan security forces crackdown on anti-corruption protest
The demonstration was met with heavy security presence, and several protesters have been charged.
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