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ECDC: Ebola threat to EU public remains very low/in /by
The risk of Ebola infection for the wider public in the European Union remains "very low," according to health officials. But a worsening outbreak involving a rare strain of the virus in Congo and Uganda is raising concern due to the lack of a licensed vaccine or treatment.
Uganda’s Ghetto Kids dance troupe ‘can’t wait’ for World Cup show with Shakira/in /by
Uganda's Ghetto Kids dance troupe are getting ready to take the stage at the World Cup half-time show in the US: "We can't wait to show the world what we are!"
Abdoulaye Wade: Senegal’s former president turns 100/in /by
The former schoolteacher was born on 29 May 1926 in Saint-Louis in the country's north and served as president from 2000 to 2012
Foreign nationals in South Africa seek community protection after weekend of deadly violence/in /by
At least two people died after anti-immigrant protests in South Africa's Western Cape this weekend turned violent. Now foreign nationals in the country are seeking shelter in community centres, while others are leaving the country.
Gabon opposition leader kept behind bars as court rejects appeal/in /by
Gabon’s main opposition figure, Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, will remain in detention after an appeals court rejected his bid to invalidate legal proceedings against him. The decision deepens concerns over judicial independence and political freedoms in the Central African nation.
Senegal: Sonko-Faye split deepens as president asserts authority/in /by
Ousmane Sonko, leader of Senegal's ruling party and recently dismissed from his post as prime minister, has stated that his party is now "in a situation of cohabitation"
Zimbabwe’s parliament debates draft bill to extend presidential term/in /by
The controversial constitutional amendment bill would also do away with presidential elections, giving parliament the power to appoint the head of state.
Extended bar hours seek to boost businesses during World Cup/in /by
State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world’s most-watched sporting event. They want to help businesses and improve fan experiences, particularly for those who may have been priced out of tickets
Vote counting continues in Ethiopia after polls marred by insecurity/in /by
The election board said the delays were primarily due to the long queues observed on Monday, despite the extension of voting until midnight.
Haiti celebrates as Woodensky receives visa to join World Cup campaign/in /by
After weeks of uncertainty, Haitian footballer Woodensky Pierre has received a U.S. visa to join his national team at the World Cup. For supporters in Haiti, the moment is more than a sporting milestone—it is a symbol of hope for a country facing violence, instability and hardship.