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Egypt’s Water Security Under Renewed Strain as Ethiopia Presses Ahead With New Nile Dams

Egypt's water security is back under pressure as Ethiopia moves forward with plans for three new Blue Nile dams, triggering fresh warnings from Cairo and reigniting a decade-long dispute over the Nile's future.

Guinea-Bissau constitutional referendum puts military-backed presidential system to the vote

The Guinea-Bissau constitutional referendum asks voters to approve a new charter that would expand presidential powers, reduce the size of parliament and alter the country's political system following last year's military takeover.

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.

Opposition Pressures Faye To Fix Date For Senegal Local Elections in 2027

Pressure is mounting on President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to set a date for Senegal local elections, with opposition parties warning against any postponement.

Zambia Opposition Arrests Overshadow Vote Count as Hichilema Extends Lead

The Zambia opposition arrests have raised fresh concerns over the country's presidential election, with opposition figures detained as President Hakainde Hichilema maintains a growing lead in the ongoing vote count.

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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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