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Ghana Leads UN Vote Demanding Reparations for Transatlantic Slave Trade

Ghana leads a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as a grave crime, urging apologies and reparations, while calling for the return of stolen cultural artefacts.

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Mass Grave in Kenya Yields 32 Bodies, Mostly Infants, in Ongoing Investigation

About 32 bodies, mostly infants, were exhumed from a mass grave in Kericho, Kenya. Investigations continue into the origins and circumstances of the deaths, with forensic teams and authorities involved.

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Nigerian Police Arrest 15 After Sexual Assault Videos Surface at Delta Festival

Nigerian police arrested 15 people after videos showed alleged sexual assaults at the Alue-Do festival in Delta state, sparking outrage and calls for justice amid denials of a 'rape festival.' Investigations continue with support from local leaders and Nigeria's First Lady.

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Ex-Teacher Found Guilty of Sex Assault in South Africa Amid Scottish Abuse Charges

Iain Wares, a former teacher accused of abuse in Scotland, was found guilty of indecent assault in South Africa. Extradition to Scotland is pending amid numerous charges.

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Kenyan Former Foreign Minister Raphael Tuju Missing Amid Abduction Concerns

Kenyan police investigate the disappearance of former Foreign Minister Raphael Tuju amid abduction fears. His vehicle was found abandoned in Nairobi, and political figures demand answers as legal disputes over his properties continue.

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West Africa’s Bijagós Archipelago Faces Illegal Fishmeal Factory Exploitation

An investigation reveals illegal fishmeal factories off Guinea-Bissau’s Bijagós archipelago threaten biodiversity and local livelihoods, processing vast quantities of sardinella despite protections. The government has imposed a ban, but enforcement challenges remain.

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Jihadist Violence Surges in Nigeria and DRC Amid Global Terrorism Decline

Jihadist violence surged in Nigeria and DRC in 2025 despite a global decline in terrorism deaths, with Nigeria seeing a 46% rise and DRC 28%. The Sahel remains a hotspot, while Western countries face increased lone-wolf attacks.

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Madagascar’s Military Leader Mandates Lie Detector Tests for Ministers to Combat Corruption

Madagascar’s military president mandates lie detector tests for ministers to combat corruption after dismissing the prime minister and cabinet amid youth protests and political unrest.

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Tanzania Court Quashes Death Sentence of Woman with Intellectual Disabilities After 10 Years

Lemi Limbu, a Tanzanian woman with severe intellectual disabilities, had her death sentence quashed after over a decade on death row. She will face retrial amid concerns from human rights groups about her treatment and the justice system.

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DR Congo and Rwanda Commit to De-escalate Tensions After US Talks

DR Congo and Rwanda have agreed to take concrete steps to ease tensions after US-hosted talks, amid ongoing conflict and recent US sanctions against Rwanda.

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Nigeria's President Tinubu Begins First UK State Visit in 37 Years

King Charles hosts Nigeria's first UK state visit in 37 years, welcoming President Tinubu amid efforts to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties during Ramadan.

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Suspected Suicide Bombings Kill 23 and Injure 108 in Maiduguri, Nigeria

At least 23 people were killed and 108 injured in suspected suicide bombings targeting key locations in Maiduguri, Nigeria. The attacks, blamed on Boko Haram, mark a significant escalation in violence despite recent stability.

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