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Linda Mwananchi Calls for Probe Into Homa Bay Violence, Accuses Security Agencies of Coordinated Attack

Linda Mwananchi calls for investigations into Homa Bay tour violence, accusing police and intelligence officers of involvement in attacks that left people injured and two dead.

  • Homa Bay
  • IPOA
  • Linda Mwananchi
  • National Police Service
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War

Displaced Palestinians in Deir al-Balah Struggle for Water and Food

Displaced Palestinians in Deir al-Balah are struggling with shortages of water and food, with families relying on limited aid and charity kitchens.

  • Deir al-Balah
  • Gaza
  • Gaza war
  • humanitarian crisis
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News

Illegal Succulent Trade Threatens South Africa’s Unique Plant Biodiversity

Illegal succulent poaching is threatening South Africa’s rare plant species, with millions of plants harvested since 2018 amid rising international demand.

  • Cape Floristic Kingdom
  • illegal plant trade
  • SANBI
  • South Africa
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Health & Lifestyle

Cholera Outbreak Spreads Across Northern Cameroon as Cases Top 1,000

A cholera outbreak in northern Cameroon has recorded more than 1,000 cases and 28 deaths, prompting health teams to intensify treatment and prevention efforts.

  • Cameroon
  • cholera outbreak
  • disease outbreak
  • Fotokol
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News

Saint-Louis Pirogue Regatta Keeps Centuries-Old Senegalese Tradition Alive

Saint-Louis hosts its traditional pirogue regatta as thousands celebrate Guet-Ndar’s fishing heritage, with Pond Kholé winning the decisive Grand Prix.

  • Cultural Heritage
  • Guet-Ndar
  • pirogue regatta
  • Saint-Louis
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Politics

Gachagua Accuses Mathira MP Wamumbi of Sharing Confidential Family Details With Ruto

Rigathi Gachagua accuses Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi of sharing confidential family and property details with President William Ruto.

  • DCP
  • Eric Wamumbi
  • Nyeri County
  • Rigathi Gachagua
Election

Hichilema Takes Early Lead in Zambia Election as Vote Count Continues

Hakainde Hichilema leads Zambia’s presidential election with 58.87% of votes counted in 135 constituencies, putting him on course for a second term.

  • Brian Mundubile
  • ECZ
  • election 2026
  • Hakainde Hichilema
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Sports

Sabalenka Survives Gibson Scare to Reach Cincinnati Open Third Round

Aryna Sabalenka beats Talia Gibson 6-2, 7-6 to reach the Cincinnati Masters third round, while Rybakina, Andreeva and Gauff also advance.

  • Aryna Sabalenka
  • Cincinnati Masters
  • Cincinnati Open
  • Coco Gauff
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Politics

Martha Karua Says She Is Ready to Become Kenya’s Next President

Martha Karua declares her readiness to run for Kenya’s presidency in 2027, saying it is time for a woman to lead and ruling out a running-mate role.

  • 2027 General Election
  • Martha Karua
  • PLP
  • United Opposition
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News

Seven Killed, 19 Injured in Stampede at Hindu Temple in India's Bihar State

At least seven people were killed and 19 injured in a stampede at Bihar's Ashok Dham temple after rumours of a fallen electric pole triggered panic.

  • Ashok Dham Temple
  • Bihar
  • India
  • Lakhisarai
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News

India Celebrates 80th Independence Day in Kenya, Highlights Growth and Kenya Ties

India’s High Commission in Kenya marks the 80th Independence Day with cultural performances, a tribute to Vande Mataram and celebrations of India-Kenya ties.

  • Ardash Swaika
  • India Independence Day
  • Indian High Commission
  • Vande Mataram
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Sports

EADB Injects KSh11.6 Million into FEASSA Games in Tanzania

EADB injects KSh11.6 million into the 23rd FEASSA Games in Tanzania, supporting youth talent as Kenya seeks to retain the regional school sports title.

  • EADB
  • FEASSA 2026
  • FEASSA Games
  • Morogoro
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Politics

Governor Kang’ata Condemns Homa Bay Violence, Calls for Arrest of Perpetrators

Governor Irungu Kang’ata condemns violence during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay, calling for arrests, accountability and respect for constitutional rights.

  • Homa Bay
  • Irungu Kang’ata
  • Linda Mwananchi
  • Murang’a Governor
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Politics

One Dead, 46 Injured as Violence Mars Linda Mwananchi Rally in Homa Bay

One person has died and 46 others injured after violence erupted during a Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay Town, with vehicles and property destroyed.

  • gunshot
  • Homa Bay
  • Linda Mwananchi
  • property destruction
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News

UN Rights Chief Condemns Turkey’s Tougher Prison Terms for Juvenile Offenders

UN rights chief Volker Türk has condemned Turkey’s tougher juvenile justice laws, warning that longer prison terms for children raise serious human rights concerns.

  • Child Protection Law
  • Child rights
  • Juvenile justice
  • Turkey
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Climate

Heavy Rain in Eastern Japan Kills at Least Four, Strands Thousands at Narita Airport

At least four people have died after unprecedented heavy rain hit eastern Japan, flooding communities, disrupting transport and stranding thousands at Narita Airport.

  • Chiba
  • Japan floods
  • Japan Meteorological Agency
  • Landslides
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News

President Ruto to Grace Kenya Music Festivals 2026 State Concert in Bungoma

President William Ruto is set to attend the Kenya Music Festivals 2026 State Concert at State Lodge Bungoma, celebrating Kenya’s musical and cultural talent.

  • Creative arts
  • Kenya Music Festivals 2026
  • Music festivals
  • State Lodge Bungoma
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News

57 Illegal Betting Machines Destroyed in Embu East Crackdown

More than 57 illegal betting machines have been destroyed in Embu East after authorities launched a crackdown on unlicensed gambling and underage betting.

  • BCLB
  • Betting machines
  • Embu County
  • Embu East
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Crime & Court

Alabama Executes Jeremy Williams for Murder of Five-Year-Old Kamarie Holland

Alabama has executed Jeremy Tremaine Williams for the 2021 kidnapping, sexual assault and murder of five-year-old Kamarie Holland after he waived further appeals.

  • Alabama
  • Child murder
  • Jeremy Tremaine Williams
  • Kamarie Holland
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Election

Nigel Farage Wins Clacton By-Election as Count Binface Surprises With 27 Percent

Nigel Farage has reclaimed his Clacton parliamentary seat with 63% of the vote, while satirical candidate Count Binface surprised with 27% in the by-election.

  • By-election
  • Clacton-on-Sea
  • Nigel Farage
  • Richard Tice
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Crime & Court

Two Indian Nationals Rescued After Alleged Kidnapping in Nairobi; Three Pakistani Nationals Arrested

Two Indian nationals allegedly kidnapped after arriving at JKIA have been rescued in Kajiado, with three Pakistani nationals arrested over a KSh4.1 million ransom demand.

  • JKIA kidnapping
  • Kajiado
  • Operation Support Unit
  • Pakistani nationals
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War

Great Lakes Contact Group Urges DRC to Fast-Track FDLR Disarmament Protocol

The Great Lakes International Contact Group urges the DRC to fast-track FDLR disarmament, strengthen accountability and uphold commitments under regional peace agreements.

  • Doha Framework
  • DRC
  • FDLR
  • M23
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Crime & Court

Family in Shock After Decomposing Body Found in Water Well in Kiambu

A family in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, was shocked after a decomposing woman's body was discovered inside a well used for domestic water.

  • Gatundu North
  • Inoorero Village
  • Kiambu County
  • police investigations
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News

Kenya Vision 2030: The Biggest Failures Since Its Launch

Kenya Vision 2030 has fallen short on key goals including 10% economic growth, industrialisation, job creation, poverty reduction, housing and governance.

  • development plan
  • economic growth
  • healthcare
  • housing crisis
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News

Kenya Vision 2030: How Far Has the Country Come Since the Launch?

Kenya Vision 2030 has delivered major gains in infrastructure, energy and digital services, but economic growth, manufacturing, jobs and inequality remain challenges.

  • achievements
  • development plan
  • development projects
  • digital transformation
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Technology

Google’s Gemini Surpasses 1 Billion Monthly Users, Pichai Says

Google says its Gemini AI assistant has surpassed 1 billion monthly users, marking a major milestone as the company intensifies competition with OpenAI, Anthropic and DeepSeek.

  • Anthropic
  • ChatGPT
  • Demis Hassabis
  • Gemini AI
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Crime & Court

Warning Signs Went Unheeded Before Diego Maradona’s Death, Witness Tells Trial

A forensic physician told the trial over Diego Maradona's death that warning signs including swelling and breathing problems were overlooked during his home hospitalization.

  • Argentina court
  • Diego Maradona
  • investigation
  • Maradona death trial
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Showbiz

Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Long-Time Partner Georgina Rodriguez in Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo and long-time partner Georgina Rodriguez have married in a private ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, after a decade-long relationship.

  • Cascais
  • Cristiano Ronaldo
  • Georgina Rodriguez
  • Portugal
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News

Afghan Fathers Fear for Daughters’ Futures as Taliban Education Ban Deepens Despair

Afghan fathers describe growing despair as the Taliban's ban on girls' secondary and higher education threatens their daughters' futures and ambitions.

  • Afghanistan
  • education ban
  • Taliban
  • UNESCO
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Technology

Kenya May Need 1,000MW Battery Storage as Power Demand Rises

Kenya could require about 1,000MW of battery energy storage as electricity demand rises, helping reduce thermal power use and integrate more renewable energy.

  • EPRA
  • KenGen
  • Kenya energy
  • renewable energy
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News

Several Feared Dead After Ferry Carrying 95 Capsizes on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba

Several people were feared dead after a ferry carrying 95 people capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe amid strong waves and bad weather.

  • ferry capsizes
  • Lake Kariba
  • Lake Kariba ferry
  • Matusadona National Park
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Crime & Court

International Operation Dismantles Major Migrant and Drug Smuggling Network in Western Mediterranean

A Spain-led international police operation has dismantled a major Western Mediterranean network accused of trafficking migrants, drugs and weapons, with 78 arrests.

  • Algeria
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Europol
  • Human Trafficking
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Health & Lifestyle

Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Claims More Than 300 Children as Cases Surpass 4,000

More than 300 children have died in the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, with cases surpassing 4,000 and deaths reaching approximately 1,850.

  • Africa CDC
  • DR Congo
  • Ebola
  • Ervebo Vaccine
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News

Sacred Djidji Ayokwe Talking Drum Returns to Ivory Coast After More Than a Century

Ivory Coast has welcomed home the sacred Djidji Ayokwe talking drum, taken by French colonial forces in 1916 and returned after more than a century.

  • African Heritage
  • Colonial History
  • Cultural Heritage
  • Cultural Repatriation
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News

US Senate Passes Sweeping Russia Sanctions Package in Major Show of Support for Ukraine

The US Senate has overwhelmingly approved a sweeping Russia sanctions package targeting Moscow’s energy revenues and countries supporting its economy.

  • Donald Trump
  • Russia
  • Russia Sanctions
  • Ukraine
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News

More Than 300 Kidnap Victims Rescued in Nigeria’s Largest Single-Day Operation

More than 300 kidnapping victims have been rescued across northern Nigeria in the country’s largest single-day hostage rescue operation, President Bola Tinubu says.

  • Bola Tinubu
  • Hostage Rescue
  • Kidnapping
  • Kwara State
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Sports

English Football Introduces New Pitch-Side Safety Rules After Death of Billy Vigar

The FA has introduced new safety regulations banning solid brick, breeze block and concrete barriers around pitches following the death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar.

  • Arsenal academy
  • Billy Viga
  • Chichester City
  • Football Association
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Sports

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ World Cup Ball Expected to Fetch $10 Million at Auction

Diego Maradona’s historic 1986 World Cup ball, used for his famous ‘Hand of God’ goal against England, is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction.

  • 1986 World Cup
  • Argentina vs England
  • Diego Maradona
  • Hand of God
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Showbiz

Charlene Ruto Celebrates Traditional Koito Engagement Ceremony in Narok

President William Ruto’s daughter Charlene Ruto is celebrating her traditional Koito engagement ceremony with Isaya Yunge at Intonna Heritage Farm in Kilgoris, Narok County.

  • Charlene Ruto
  • Isaya Yunge
  • Kalenjin culture
  • Kilgoris
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Politics

Sifuna Seeks Oparanya’s Backing for 2027 Presidential Bid as Linda Mwananchi Mobilises in Kakamega

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has asked Wycliffe Oparanya to support his 2027 presidential ambitions as the Linda Mwananchi movement intensifies political mobilisation in Western Kenya.

  • 2027 General Election
  • Edwin Sifuna
  • Linda Mwananch
  • ODM
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Technology

Amazon Backs Massive Texas Gas Plant to Power AI Data Centre Amid Climate Concerns

Amazon is financing a massive gas-fired power plant in Texas to supply electricity to its AI data centre, raising concerns over emissions and the environmental impact of private power generation.

  • AI data centres
  • Amazon
  • artificial intelligence
  • climate change
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Showbiz

Juma Jux Sparks Global Music Deal Speculation After Visit to Warner Music Group Offices

Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Juma Jux has sparked speculation of a major Warner Music Group partnership after sharing photos from the global music company’s offices.

  • Bongo Flava
  • Juma Jux
  • Tanzanian music
  • Warner Music Group
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Showbiz

Vybz Kartel Celebrates Spice for Loyalty and Support During Years Behind Bars

Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has praised Spice for standing by him during his years behind bars, calling her a loyal friend and key supporter of his career.

  • Dancehall music
  • Loyalty
  • Prison
  • Spice
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Sports

Infantino Faces Growing Pressure as UEFA Maintains FIFA Boycott Threat Over Scrapped Investment Plan

FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces growing pressure after UEFA renewed its boycott threat over a cancelled World Cup investment plan, while CAF backs his leadership.

  • AFC
  • CONCACAF
  • CONMEBOL
  • FIFA
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News

Amboseli Elephant Death Toll Rises to 16 as KWS Investigates Suspected Poisoning

KWS says 16 elephants have died in the Amboseli ecosystem as investigations continue, with preliminary tests pointing to possible cyanide poisoning.

  • Amboseli National Park
  • Cyanide Poisoning
  • Elephant Deaths
  • Kenya Wildlife Service
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Crime & Court

Shakahola Witness Tells Court Mackenzie Followers Were Told to Reject Education, Medicine and Identity Documents

A Shakahola massacre witness has told a Mombasa court that Paul Mackenzie allegedly instructed followers to reject education, medicine and identity documents.

  • Mombasa
  • Paul Mackenzie
  • Shakahola massacre
  • Shanzu Law Court
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News

Only Six Counties Meet Development Spending Threshold as Senate Report Raises Fiscal Concerns

A new Senate report shows only six Kenyan counties met the legal development spending threshold in 2024/25, raising concerns over fiscal responsibility and service delivery.

  • CFPMI
  • County Budget
  • County Governments
  • Devolution
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Crime & Court

Former Mt Elgon Councillor Nathan Wasama Shot Dead at Home in Bungoma

Former Chesikaki councillor and Mt Elgon parliamentary aspirant Nathan Wasama Masai has been shot dead after gunmen attacked his home in Cheptais, Bungoma County.

  • Bungoma County
  • Cheptais
  • DCI
  • Mt Elgon
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Politics

Kalonzo Overtakes Sifuna in WANTAM Opposition Flag Bearer Vote Ahead of August Debate

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has overtaken Edwin Sifuna in the WANTAM online opposition flag bearer vote, with the latest results projecting a Kalonzo–Sifuna ticket ahead of the August 23 debate.

  • 2027 General Election
  • Edwin Sifuna
  • Kalonzo Musyoka
  • Opposition
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Sports

CAF Reaffirms Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino Amid Growing Global Pressure

CAF has unanimously reaffirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino despite growing criticism from UEFA and other football confederations ahead of the FIFA presidential election.

  • CAF
  • CONCACAF
  • CONMEBOL
  • FIFA
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News

Rising Concern Over Deaths in Police Custody Sparks Renewed Calls for Accountability in Kenya

Rising concern over deaths in police custody and allegations of police brutality in Kenya has renewed calls for accountability, justice, and policing reforms.

  • Constitutional Rights
  • Deaths in Custody
  • Human Rights
  • Justice
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Politics

Gachagua Proposes 'Hyena Coalition' to Unite One-Term Movement Against Ruto

Rigathi Gachagua has proposed the formation of a "Hyena Coalition" to unite parties backing the one-term movement against President William Ruto, as the controversy over CS Aden Duale's remarks continues.

  • Aden Duale
  • DCP
  • Hyena Coalition
  • NCIC
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Crime & Court

Nairobi Court Approves Extradition of Three Kenyans to U.S. Over Cybercrime and Fraud Charges

A Nairobi court has approved the extradition of three Kenyan nationals to the United States to face federal charges including cybercrime, wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and computer intrusion conspiracy.

  • Cybercrime
  • Extradition
  • Federal Charges
  • Nairobi Court
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News

Ruto Orders Government to Replace 'Watchman' and 'Guard' Titles with Private Security Officer

President says the colonial-era terms are demeaning, directs all government agencies to officially recognize private security personnel as Private Security Officers while announcing reforms and a 15 percent minimum wage increase.

  • Employment
  • Private Security Officers
  • State House
  • Watchmen
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News

Sakaja's KSh1 Trillion Nairobi Metro Plan Sparks Backlash as Residents Demand Better Basic Services

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja's KSh1 trillion underground metro proposal has drawn criticism from residents demanding improved roads, drainage and public services first.

  • Johnson Sakaja
  • Nairobi
  • Nairobi Metro
  • NMRTS
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Sports

Scottish Authorities Investigate Missing Commonwealth Games Athletes After Glasgow 2026

Scottish authorities are investigating several athletes reported missing after the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with members of Uganda and Pakistan's boxing teams among those unaccounted for.

  • Boxing
  • Commonwealth Games 2026
  • Glasgow 2026
  • Missing Athletes
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Sports

South Korean Police Raid Football Association Offices Over Hong Myung-bo Appointment Probe

South Korean police have raided the football association offices as they investigate allegations linked to Hong Myung-bo's national team coaching appointment.

  • Hong Myung-bo
  • KFA
  • Son Heung-min
  • South Korea Football
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Business

Kenya Reaffirms Sugar Import Ban as Government Moves to Protect Farmers and Boost Local Production

Kenya has reaffirmed its sugar import ban as Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe says local production is sufficient and reforms will protect farmers and boost exports.

  • Kenya Agriculture
  • Kenya Sugar Board
  • Mutahi Kagwe
  • Sugar Farmers
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Sports

Canal+ Secures Exclusive UEFA Club Competition Rights Across Sub-Saharan Africa Until 2031

Canal+ has secured exclusive UEFA Champions League and club competition rights across Sub-Saharan Africa, covering more than 40 countries until 2031.

  • Canal+
  • Football Rights
  • Sports Broadcasting
  • SuperSport
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News

Nigeria Rescues More Than 300 Kidnap Victims in Joint Security Operation

Nigeria says more than 300 kidnapped people have been rescued in a joint military and intelligence operation targeting criminal groups in Kwara and Niger states.

  • Boko Haram
  • Bola Tinubu
  • Kidnapping
  • Kwara State
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Crime & Court

Police Rescue Abducted Doctor in Athi River Operation as Manhunt for Suspects Intensifies

Police rescue abducted doctor Dr. Emmanuel Kerich in Athi River after kidnappers demanded a Ksh. 3 million ransom. Two suspects escape as investigations continue.

  • Abduction
  • Athi River
  • DCI
  • Dr. Emmanuel Kerich
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Health & Lifestyle

Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Accelerates as Cases Rise and Global Response Intensifies

Ebola cases are rising rapidly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with health officials reporting thousands of infections and deaths as global aid increases.

  • Africa CDC
  • DR Congo
  • Ebola
  • Félix Tshisekedi
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News

Ceuta Appeals for Urgent Spanish Government Aid as Hundreds of Migrant Children Remain Stranded

Spain's Ceuta territory has requested urgent government help as more than 1,000 unaccompanied migrant children remain after a major influx from Morocco.

  • Border Crisis
  • Ceuta
  • Migrant Children
  • Migration Crisis
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Sports

Ugandan Football Star David Owori Dies After Fatal Attack Near Kampala Home

Ugandan footballer David Owori has died after a suspected robbery attack in Kampala. The SC Villa captain and national team player was 27 years old.

  • crime
  • David Owori
  • FUFA
  • SC Villa
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Crime & Court

Former Tehelka Editor Tarun Tejpal Convicted of Rape as Indian Court Overturns Acquittal

An Indian court has convicted former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal of rape, overturning his 2021 acquittal in the high-profile 2013 sexual assault case.

  • Bombay High Court
  • Indian Judiciary
  • Sexual Harassment
  • Tarun Tejpal
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News

Iran's President Says Communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Remains Difficult Amid Ongoing Conflict

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei remains difficult but insists his leadership continues to guide the country.

  • Iran Supreme Leader
  • Iranian government
  • Masoud Pezeshkian
  • Tehran
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Technology

Meta Unveils AI Coding Assistant 'Muse Code' as Competition in Developer Tools Intensifies

Meta has launched Muse Code, an AI-powered coding assistant, alongside Spark 1.2 as it competes with OpenAI, Microsoft, and Anthropic in enterprise AI tools.

  • AI developers
  • Anthropic
  • Meta AI
  • Muse Code
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Sports

Gor Mahia Faces Governance Crisis After Tribunal Nullifies Eliud Owalo's Appointment as Patron

Gor Mahia has been ordered to reform its leadership after the Sports Disputes Tribunal nullified Eliud Owalo's appointment as patron and directed the club to establish a Board of Trustees.

  • Ambrose Rachier
  • CAF
  • Eliud Owalo
  • FKF
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Sports

FIFA Backs Infantino Despite World Cup Investment Plan Backlash

FIFA has reaffirmed its support for President Gianni Infantino after abandoning its controversial World Cup private investment proposal following global criticism.

  • CONCACAF
  • FIFA
  • Gianni Infantino
  • Morocco
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War

Trump Rejects Claims of U.S. Munitions Shortages, Threatens Leakers with Jail as Iran Tensions Escalate

President Donald Trump denied reports of U.S. munitions shortages, threatened jail for alleged leakers, and rejected claims that weapons supplies affected his Iran strategy.

  • Donald Trump
  • Iran conflict
  • Pete Hegseth
  • THAAD interceptors
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