South Africa’s graft probe reveals $7 billion in losses
The losses amount to billions of dollars and have had devastating consequences for the country’s economy.
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Disappeared Cameroonian activist tortured in jail — HRW
Activist is believed to have been extrajudicially returned from Gabon and tortured.
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Ivory Coast to boost support for small cocoa exporters
The aim is to increase their purchasing volumes and make them more competitive in the global market.
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Kidnapped Nigerian emir killed by bandits despite ransom plea
A prominent traditional ruler in northwestern Nigeria was killed by bandits after being kidnapped three weeks ago and despite a ransom plea.
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South Sudan defies court, imposes mandatory cargo sealing
The new rule requires all cargo entering or leaving the country to be tagged with a special seal provided by the government, impacting businesses in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
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Ethiopia faces backlash over $1 billion bond proposal
A group of bondholders holding over 40% of Ethiopia’s $1 billion bond has expressed disappointment with the government’s proposed 20% principal haircut.
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Press freedom under threat as Senegalese media goes silent
The press in Senegal is facing a crisis as the new government’s economic measures are putting media organizations out of business.
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CAR government urges rebels to return to peace talks
The appeal comes after one of the group’s leaders expressed openness to negotiations.
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Amnesty: Nigerian security forces kill 21 protesters
Amidst growing economic hardship in Nigeria, protests erupted against government policies.
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Grief and anger grip Somalia following al-Shabab attack
Survivors and families are demanding action as the nation mourns the loss of innocent lives.
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