WHO launches emergency response as Mpox outbreak resurges in DRC
The resurgence of the Mpox virus, also known as monkeypox, is now a concern for many countries, with several cases reported across multiple regions.The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has…
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Fistfight breaks out in Turkish parliament over debate on jailed opposition politician
A fistfight broke out in Turkey’s parliament on Friday when an opposition deputy was attacked after calling for his colleague, jailed on charges of organizing anti-government protests but since elected an…
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‘Stupid’ Biden threats caused Ukraine conflict – Trump
The former president told Elon Musk there had been “zero chance” of hostilities until the current American leader opened his mouth.Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has accused US President Joe…
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Boris Johnson in running for senior role at UK newspaper – media
The ex-British PM has reportedly held talks with former Tory Nadhim Zahawi, who is eyeing a takeover of the TelegraphFormer British prime minister Boris Johnson is being considered for the…
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DStv shuts down channel
MultiChoice’s DStv will no longer carry the PBS Kids channel from the end of August 2024, and the broadcaster won’t say why, TV with Thinus reports.It is the 12th channel the…
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Ukraine finally sends F-16s into the battle against Russia — but they might not be a game-changer
It was a pivotal moment for Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy watched two F-16 fighter jets roar overhead, after many months of waiting for the combat aircraft that Kyiv hopes…
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Nigeria considering army deployment amid violent protests
The African nation’s police have reported deadly clashes on the first day of a weeklong rally against a hunger crisisNigeria’s police force has placed its officers on high alert and…
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Western nations issue alerts on upcoming protests in Nigeria over economic hardships
Western nations issue warnings over protests in African state.The American, British, and Canadian governments fear marches planned for this week in Nigeria could turn violentThe US, the UK, and Canada…
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List of African countries categorised as lower-middle income countries
The classification of several African countries as lower-middle-income puts them in a distinct position globally. Although this classification denotes a step up from low-income status, it also has a unique…
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Russia-Ukraine war must be stopped – Nyirenda
Operation Young Vote Executive Director Guess Nyirenda says the Russia-Ukraine war has had a significant impact on many countries worldwide, further affecting democracy, and must be stopped immediately.Democracy in some…
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