Kenyans mourn protest deaths in peaceful Nairobi march
Hundreds gathered in Nairobi to pay tribute to those who died in anti-government protests over a tax hike.
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French author, publisher arrested at book event in Algeria
Algerian authorities raise eyebrows by arresting a French author and her publisher during a book presentation.
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Liberia’s new war crimes court faces criticism over appointment
Liberia’s long-awaited war crimes court faces controversy as critics question the appointment of lawyer Jonathan Massaquoi, who previously represented figures accused of atrocities.
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Daily power cuts plague Egypt as heatwave intensifies
Daily power cuts grip Egypt, causing frustration and hardship as scorching temperatures strain the country’s energy grid.
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French racist incidents up 32 pct, reports human rights body
Racism in France increased by 32 percent in 2023, with significant rises in antisemitic incidents, driven by various social and political factors, including migration debates and far-right influence.
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Algerian journalists jailed for interview criticizing minister
Algerian journalists face detention and charges for broadcasting interviews criticizing a government minister, raising concerns about press freedom in the country.
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DR Congo sees heavy clashes as M23 rebels push
Intense clashes between DR Congo’s army and M23 rebels rock Kanyabayonga, raising fears of further rebel advance.
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Drought dims Zimbabwe’s growth, IMF sees rebound next year
Zimbabwe’s economic growth is expected to slow in 2024 as the country grapples with a severe El Niño-induced drought.
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Germany, Morocco forge alliance for green hydrogen, renewables
Germany and Morocco establish a climate and energy alliance to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen production in Morocco to meet Germany’s clean energy goals.
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Living in ruins: UN decries escalating misery in Gaza
A UN spokeswoman reported that Gazans are living in bombed-out buildings and next to large piles of trash, describing the conditions as unbearable.
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