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Zimbabwe Rigged Elections Legitimacy Crisis Laid Bare as Government Makes Stunning Admission

Zimbabwe's Justice Minister has acknowledged that rigged elections have destroyed public trust and damaged presidential legitimacy, giving opposition figure Nelson Chamisa fresh political ground to stand on.

Sonko Elected National Assembly Speaker in Defiance of Presidential Sack

Ousmane Sonko has been elected speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly just days after being dismissed as prime minister, escalating tensions within the ruling PASTEF movement and reshaping the country’s political balance.

Senegal Political Crisis Deepens as Sacked Premier Eyes Parliament Speakership

Senegal’s political crisis deepened after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye sacked Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, while parliament moved to reinstate him as lawmaker and possible Speaker.

Macron Françafrique Backlash Erupts After Kenya Summit Interruption

Emmanuel Macron is facing backlash after interrupting a panel discussion during the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya, reigniting accusations that France still operates with old Françafrique instincts despite promises of a new Africa policy.

South Africa Xenophobia Crisis Pulls Ghana Into a Diplomatic Showdown That Pan-Africa Cannot Ignore

South Africa xenophobia crisis deepens as Ghana summons envoy, exposing economic tensions and raising serious questions about Pan-African unity.

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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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