Goma under threat as M23 rebels advance in eastern DR Congo
Over 100,000 people have fled their homes in eastern Congo as the M23 rebel group advances towards the city of Goma.
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Belgian prison to release Malian singer after child custody dispute
Malian singer Rokia Traore will be released from Belgian prison on Wednesday following her involvement in an international child custody dispute.
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Tanzania’s opposition appoints new leader ahead of elections
Chadema elects Tundu Lissu as its new leader as Tanzania prepares for upcoming elections in October.
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Lassa fever claims 12 lives in Nigeria with 89 new cases reported
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has urged the public to take precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.
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UN seeks help for 7.8 million in crisis-hit northeast Nigeria
The UN is appealing for $910 million to address the severe humanitarian crisis affecting millions in northeast Nigeria due to insurgency, flooding, and economic challenges.
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Key mines drive surge in Zambia’s copper output
Zambia’s copper output increased by 12% in 2024, reaching roughly 820,670 metric tons, driven by a recovery in production at key mines such as Lumwana and Konkola Copper Mines.
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S Africa’s Thungela selects De Beers executive Madondo as CEO
Thungela Resources has appointed De Beers executive Moses Madondo as its new CEO, succeeding July Ndlovu, who retires in August due to the company’s retirement policy.
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Maputo port volumes drop after post-election unrest in Mozambique
Post-election protests in Mozambique led to a 1% decline in Maputo port volumes in 2024 due to border closures and blockages.
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Flash floods, landslides in Indonesia leave destruction, loss
Severe landslides and flash floods on Indonesia’s Java island have killed 17 people and left 8 missing, with rescuers facing harsh conditions.
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US and Taliban engage in prisoner swap brokered by Qatar
The prisoner swap, brokered by Qatar, comes amidst efforts to improve relations between the US and the Taliban.
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