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Botswana Stops 8 Citizens From Russian Military Recruitment as Wider African Toll Grows

Botswana has stopped eight citizens from being drawn into Russian military recruitment, highlighting a wider African recruitment crisis linked to Russia's war in Ukraine.

Massive Crystal Meth Lab in South Africa Busted, Five Arrested in Limpopo

A crystal meth lab in South Africa's Limpopo province has been dismantled following a major police raid near the Zimbabwe border. Five suspects, including two Mexican nationals, were arrested as authorities seized drugs and equipment valued at R600 million.

Zambia’s post-election crackdown deepens as ex-minister killed, UN alarmed

Zambia's post-election crackdown has intensified after former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya was killed during a security raid, while the UN warned over opposition arrests.

Southern Africa Cold Wave Brings Snow to South Africa and Chilly Conditions Across the Continent

The southern Africa cold wave has triggered snowfall, road closures and freezing temperatures in South Africa while cooler, drier conditions spread across parts of East, Central and West Africa.

Zambia Election Results Suspended After Violence, Ballot Theft Reports

Zambia election results have been suspended nationwide after violence against polling staff and reports of ballot theft during counting. The Electoral Commission of Zambia says it will review the situation within 24 hours before deciding when tallying can resume.

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Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

Mali's military says an Abeïbara strike killed at least 50 fighters in Kidal. Independent confirmation remains absent as analysts question casualty claims and the wider security situation.

CBN to Force Banks to Honour Domiciliary Account Withdrawals

The Central Bank of Nigeria is preparing measures to compel banks to honour domiciliary account withdrawals after complaints from customers who say they are being denied access to their foreign currency funds despite meeting account requirements.

Senegal Doctors Strike Begins As Diphtheria Outbreak Grows

A three-day Senegal doctors strike has begun nationwide, restricting public hospitals to emergency services only. The walkout comes as a diphtheria outbreak spreads across Senegal, with more than 100 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported across 12 regions.

Kubwa Gas Explosion: Car Rams Into Station, 9 Shops And Police Post Razed

The Kubwa gas explosion destroyed nine shops and a police traffic post after a car crashed into a gas station near Liberty Junction in Abuja. The driver and a child survived as emergency responders battled the blaze.
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