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Ghana: Otumfuo Osei Tutu II first African monarch to be featured in Pirelli Calendar

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The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has been featured in the 2024 edition of the renowned Pirelli Calendar. It is the first time an African monarch has been featured in the renowned calendar since its inception 50 years ago. The Pirelli Calendar is an annual publication by the UK subsidiary of the Italian tyre manufacturer. …

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Ghana: Government lays out plan for Asogli debt payment

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The government has agreed on a plan to retire debt owed to Sunon Asogli (Ghana) Limited Company, an independent power producer (IPP). Checks by the Daily Graphic indicated that following a notice to shut down the plant last Monday evening, representatives of the government quickly held a meeting with officials of the power producer, which …

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South Africa: Youth Reflect on Nelson Mandela’s Legacy.

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On the 10th anniversary of the passing of Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s revered first black president, opinions among the younger generation, including those born after the apartheid era, reflect a blend of admiration, critique, and deep introspection regarding his legacy. Sihle Lonzi, 26, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters’ student wing, epitomizes the complex sentiments …

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Mauritania’s Former President Plans Appeal, Says Lawyer.

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Mauritania’s former president, Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz, received a five-year prison sentence on Monday after being found guilty of illicit enrichment and money laundering by a court in the capital city of Nouakchott. Aziz, who governed the country from 2008 to 2019, refrained from immediate reaction to the court’s decision. His legal representative, Taleb Khyar, …

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Sierra Leone: 57 Arrested Following Attempted Coup.

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Sierra Leone’s government disclosed on Monday that an additional 43 individuals have been arrested in connection with the attempted coup on November 26, elevating the total number of arrests to 57, primarily comprising military personnel. Previously, as of November 28, 14 individuals had been apprehended, consisting of 13 soldiers and one civilian in relation to …

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Surging Rice Prices in Nigeria Amid Declining Local Production.

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Rising rice consumption in Nigeria has outpaced local production, leading to a significant annual supply gap of approximately 2 million metric tonnes, according to the latest AFEX Wet Season Crop Production Report for 2023. As a consequence, there has been a staggering 37% surge in the price of rice since the beginning of the year. …

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Nigerian Army Drone Strike Claims Lives of 85 Civilians During Muslim Festival.

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An unintended tragedy struck a village in northwestern Nigeria as an army drone strike mistakenly targeted civilians who were celebrating a Muslim festival, resulting in numerous casualties, local authorities, military sources, and witnesses confirmed on Monday. The Nigerian armed forces have frequently employed air strikes in their efforts against insurgent groups in the northwest and …

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Cameroonian Women in Science Awarded Prestigious Prize.

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In the rural regions of northern Cameroon, a career in the field of science remains a rarity, especially for women. However, breaking away from this norm, two young Cameroonian women achieved a significant milestone by winning a prestigious science award on November 8. Sabine Adeline Fanta Yadang, aged 32 and a doctor specializing in neuroscience, …

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Kenyan Court Halts Privatization of 11 Companies.

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Kenya’s court has halted the privatization of 11 state-owned companies, including the national oil and gas entity, following an appeal lodged by the main opposition party. This decision, made public on Tuesday, suspends the sale of state holdings pending further review due to the strategic significance of these enterprises in East Africa’s economic powerhouse, as …

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Niger Terminates Two EU Security Missions.

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Niger’s military regime, established after the July coup, declared the termination of two European Union (EU) security and defense missions in the country. This decision comes as the regime seeks to redefine its international alliances, notably welcoming a Russian delegation to Niamey amidst the dissolution of ties with Western partners following the overthrow of President …

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