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Russia, Algeria tighten ‘strategic’ ties/in /by
Amid ruptured ties with the West, Putin is seeking to bolster relationships with countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
East African Force stalls in eastern DRC/in /by
Despite claims of progress, residents in eastern DRC claim that the EAC force is yet to expel the rbels, namely the M23 movement that captured large areas in North Kivu province
Tigray aid embezzlement: authorities identify 186 suspects/in /by
Investigations ordered by the interim regional authorities in Tigray into the diversion of food aid in this region of Ethiopia have identified 186 suspects, members of government and humanitarian bodies, according to the head of the commission of enquiry.
Zimbabwe: government increases fees to run for political offices/in /by
The fees to be paid by future presidential candidates moves from 1,000 to 20,000 US dollars, a decision deemed discriminatory by the opposition on Thursday.
Mali: Principles and changes to the Constitution put to a referendum/in /by
On Sunday, Malians will be asked to say yes or no to the new Constitution proposed by the junta. Affirmation of secularism, strengthening of the President's powers... here are the main principles and changes to bear in mind.
Namibia to sell 40 crocodiles following rise of human attacks/in /by
The Namibian government announced on Thursday that it would be putting forty crocodiles up for sale and issuing more permits to kill the reptile following a rise in attacks on humans.
Nigeria lets market set currency exchange rate to stabilize economy/in /by
The announcement Wednesday from the Central Bank of Nigeria led to a record fall in the value of the naira currency to 755 Naira per 1 U.S. dollar. It has since recovered.
Senegal: Govt justifies not arresting opponent Ousmane Sonko after conviction/in /by
The Senegalese government on Thursday cited judicial delays and the "precautionary principle" to justify the fact that the authorities have still not arrested opposition politician Ousmane Sonko, who has been sentenced to prison, but are blocking him at his home.
Kenya: Lawmakers pass budget, biggest in country’s history/in /by
Parliamentarians in Kenya have passed the budget estimates for the Financial Year 2023/24 ahead of Friday's reading of President William Ruto’s first budget since he won the presidency last year.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa headed to Ukraine, Russia for peace mission/in /by
The mission is set to comprise the leaders of South Africa, Zambia, Senegal and the Comoros. Congo Brazzaville, Egypt and Uganda's presidents will reportedly send representatives.