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Biya: how an aging despot’s grip on power could unravel Central Africa
Cameroon Intelligence Report
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August 6, 2025
A few weeks ago, 92-year-old Cameroonian President Paul Biya announced his intention to run for an eighth term in the country’s forthcoming election. This announcement, shocking, albeit widely anticipated, is already fueling fear that the...
Islamic extremists killed over 22K in Africa over the past year, study finds
The Christian Post - Washington D.C.
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August 5, 2025
Men look at the wreckage of a car following a bomb blast at St. Theresa Catholic Church outside the Nigerian capital Abuja on December 25, 2011. Two explosions near churches during Christmas Day services in Nigeria, including one outside the...
Chef Chad Cherry is at war with the system. Tulsa is his basecamp
The Oklahoma Eagle
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August 5, 2025
FEATURED Ross Terrell, The Oklahoma Eagle Chef Chad Cherry is hosting his four-day event with the historic Greenwood District as the backdrop. Photo: Tim Landes/The Eagle Picture a scene from FX’s “The Bear” — a high-intensity drama following a...
Sudan an african tragedy
Next is Africa
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The « war of the generals » is entering its third year, with no hope of peace in sight. The country is ravaged by violence and fighting. Its people are exhausted. Regional powers are playing their cards to gain strategic control over wealth. And...
How an aging despot's grip on power could unravel Central Africa
Responsible Statecraft - Washington D.C.
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August 6, 2025
A few weeks ago, 92-year-old Cameroonian President Paul Biya announced his intention to run for an eighth term in the country’s forthcoming election. This announcement, shocking, albeit widely anticipated, is already fueling fear that the...
Study finds militant Islamists have killed 22,307 in Africa over the last one year, gained significant territory
Christian Daily International
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August 4, 2025
The political instability in the Sahel region has been a major contributor to the spike in fatalities linked to militant groups YouTube Militant Islamists groups have expanded their presence in Africa and more than doubled fatalities linked to...
Terrorism Expands in Africa, Threatens Global Security
Asharq Al-Awsat
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August 4, 2025
Senegalese authorities on Saturday positioned new gendarmerie units near the country’s eastern border, to address growing insurgent threats from neighboring Mali. The move came amid UN reports warning that in recent months, there has been a marked...
Tottenham v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Sunday
The Mag
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August 3, 2025
Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Tottenham v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Sunday (12pm (UK) kick-off). The game kicking off 8pm local time in Seoul. The Newcastle...
Remember Cecil, shot 10 years ago by a trophy hunter? This is what happened next – and it’s good news
Discover Wildlife
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August 26, 2025
Do you remember Cecil the lion, the bold, wild and archetypally handsome big cat at Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park? With a glorious flowing mane and a royal swagger, Cecil was the star attraction at the reserve for more than a decade. He was also...
Daura hosts Durbar to mark World Hausa Day
Daily Trust
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Thousands of residents and visitors thronged the palace of the Emir of Daura in the ancient city of Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday to celebrate the 2025 International Hausa Day. The day, which began as a social media movement in 2015, has since...
Sudan Media Forum: War being waged on the elderly in Sudan
Dabanga Radio
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August 3, 2025
Compiled by Minhaj Hamdi of Mashaweer News for Sudan Media Forum joint newsroom 75-year-old Mohamed Turkawi lives in one of the shelters in the city of El Obeid in North Kordofan, where he arrived displaced and fleeing the fierce battles between...
ECOWAS to raise 260,000 counter-terrorism brigades
Daily Trust
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August 26, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says plans are underway by the regional bloc to activate a 260,000-member counter-terrorism brigade. President of ECOWAS, Omar Alieu Touray, stated this at the 2025 African Chiefs of Defence...
Black Stars squad for World Cup qualifiers to be announced on Friday - Reports
GhanaWeb
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August 26, 2025
Black Stars coach, Otto Addo will announce the squad for Ghana's FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the September window on Friday, August 29, 2025, according to multiple media reports. The Black Stars will take on the Les Sao of Chad on Thursday,...
Pressure mounting on South Africa to end ties with Israel, expel diplomats
Press TV
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South African officials are under increasing pressure to cut relations with Israel and expel the regime’s diplomats, in light of the rising anger regarding its campaign of genocide through starvation in the Gaza Strip. A number of activists stated...
MF summit brings together 14 1st ladies
Business Ghana
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Merck Foundation (http://www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 on 19th and 20th June in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was...
Cholera crisis deepens in Sudan amid war and aid blockades
Catholic News Agency
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August 26, 2025
ACI Africa, Aug 26, 2025 / 14:23 pm The current cholera devastation in Sudan, especially in the country’s Darfur region, is taking a toll on the population already battered by the world’s worst humanitarian crisis following two years of heavy...
ANALYSIS: Chad’s struggle for democracy is far from over
Premium Times
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July 31, 2025
Chad emerged from its political transition in January following presidential and parliamentary elections. The country underwent regime change in 2021 when Mahamat Déby took office after the death of his father and long-time president. The election...
Russia, US Compete in West Africa: Africa File, July 31, 2025
Critical Threats - Washington D.C.
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To receive the weekly Africa File or tri-weekly Congo War Security Review via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on X, LinkedIn, and BlueSky. Contributors: Miles Charles, Edlawit Tesfaye, and Calvin Hodges Key Takeaways: West Africa. Russia...
Derrick Köhn can solve Black Stars' left back woes - Sannie Daara
Modern Ghana
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Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Ibrahim Sannie Daara believes Derrick Köhn could finally resolve the Black Stars’ long-standing left-back dilemma following his first call-up to the national team. The 26-year-old...
Nigeria records 46% drop in poliovirus cases as NPHCDA reports progress in eradication efforts
Nairametrics
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August 26, 2025
The National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA) reports that Nigeria has recorded a 46% decline in circulating poliovirus cases compared to last year, indicating progress in eradication efforts. The announcement was made on Tuesday in...