Convicted US child predator faces fresh sex charge in Kenya
A US citizen accused of child sex offenses in Kenya faces an additional charge of child sexual exploitation.
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Stampede at Congo army recruitment leaves 37 dead
A large crowd had gathered at the stadium for an army recruitment event. However, due to mismanagement and overcrowding, a stampede ensued, resulting in the deaths of 37 people and injuries to several others.
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Mysterious disease hits Uganda, kills 12 in Kyotera
Mr Emax Kintu, the district health educator, stated that the disease was investigated by the Masaka regional health team, World Health Organisation (WHO), and other health teams.
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Somalia flood crisis worsens as death toll reaches 50
Heavy rains have triggered flash floods in Somalia, resulting in a dire humanitarian situation. The floods have claimed the lives of 50 people and displaced nearly 700,000 individuals, leaving them homeless and vulnerable.
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Car rams into crowd, kills two after Liberia elections
Two fatalities and over 20 injuries resulted from a car crashing into Liberian president-elect Joseph Boakai’s supporters. Police suspect a deliberate act.
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Zambia’s debt restructuring bid stalled over more relief demands
Zambia’s efforts to restructure its debt have been dealt a major blow as official creditors have rejected a revised deal to rework $3 billion of Eurobonds. The country’s official creditor committee (OCC), which includes China, Japan, and the Paris Club of creditor nations, said that the deal did not offer comparable relief to both commercial and official creditors.
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Germany pledges $4.3 billion ‘green’ investment in Africa
The German government has pledged to invest 4 billion euros ($4.37 billion) in African green energy projects until 2030.
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Durban: Months needed to clear S Africa’s chaotic port backlog
Transnet expects to clear the backlog of 63 ships at the Port of Durban in 7 to 15 weeks. The delay is causing concern among importers, who fear they will miss the crucial Christmas shopping season.
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African Union calls for ‘stronger efforts’ to end Israel’s Gaza war
African Union criticizes Israel’s Gaza attacks, urging diplomatic resolution to Israel-Palestine conflict. Chair Azali Assoumani condemns disproportionate responses, emphasizing the impact on children and the risk of fostering extremism.
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Cholera surges in Zimbabwe, fears of dozens killed
A cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe has raised concerns about the potential for widespread fatalities. Zimbabwean authorities are working to contain the outbreak and provide treatment to those affected.
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