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Strike disrupts flights at Kenya's main airport for second day
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Hundreds of passengers stranded at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport as aviation workers' strike causes delays and cancellations for second day.
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African health ministers adopt 10-year plan to train 3 million health workers
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African health ministers adopted a 10-year programme to train, employ and retain three million additional health workers to address a projected shortage of over six million professionals by 2035.
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UN chief condemns 'indifference' as Ebola cases mount in DR Congo□ 0 live♙ 0 following
The UN Secretary-General warns that the Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in the DRC requires urgent action and funding, with 500 new cases weekly and the response only 48% funded.
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Somali piracy surges as US-Iran war impact ripples□ 0 live♙ 0 following
Somali piracy has surged, with at least 13 ships attacked since January, including two seized in the Gulf of Aden last week. The increase is linked to reduced naval patrols due to the US-Iran war and Houthi blockades, and has led to drone strikes that killed 13 people.
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Uganda's King Oyo Nyimba of Tooro dies aged 34
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Oyo Nyimba, the traditional king of Uganda's Tooro kingdom and once recognized as the world's youngest reigning monarch, has died at age 34. The announcement was made by Tooro's prime minister, with no cause of death given.
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Guinea-Bissau holds referendum on presidential powers amid opposition boycott□ 0 live♙ 0 following
Guinea-Bissau voted on Sunday in a referendum on constitutional changes to give the president more powers, with opposition urging a boycott. The junta, which seized power last year, plans elections in December.
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Niger mutiny puts Russia's expanding role in the Sahel to the test
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An attempted mutiny by soldiers in Niger's capital Niamey was contained by government forces with support from Russia's Africa Corps, exposing tensions in the military and highlighting the country's shifting security partnerships.
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Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason□ 0 live♙ 0 following
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason following his arrest after a deadly raid on a property linked to him. He had disputed the recent presidential election results.
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Vote count starts in Guinea-Bissau referendum on strengthening presidency□ 0 live♙ 0 following
Ballot counting is underway in Guinea-Bissau's referendum on a new constitution that would shift the country from a parliamentary to a presidential system, potentially boosting presidential powers. Turnout exceeded 55% and the vote was peaceful, with results expected Tuesday.
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Tunisia heatwave causes power cuts, water disruptions, health strain□ 0 live♙ 0 following
Tunisia is experiencing extreme heat with temperatures up to 49.8°C, leading to record electricity demand, rotating power cuts, water supply disruptions, and pressure on health services.