US imposes sanctions on Tanzania’s top cop over alleged rights violations
The move is linked to allegations of “torture and sexual assault” of two East African rights activists last year.Sourced from Africanews
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Can AI beats beat the official World Cup song?
Football supporters and online creators are using artificial intelligence to produce viral World Cup anthems, reshaping fan culture and sparking debate over music rights and authenticity.Sourced from Africanews
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Mali Eid celebrations dimmed by insecurity, shortages and surging costs
Since late April, fighters from Al-Qaeda’s Sahel branch have imposed a road blockade on the main routes into Bamako, torching dozens of buses and freight trucks.Sourced from Africanews
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Ebola crisis halts DR Congo World Cup training camp
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has called off its national football team’s pre-World Cup training camp in Kinshasa after an Ebola outbreak in the country’s east.Sourced from Africanews
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After a decade in power, Patrice Talon leaves a divided legacy in Benin
After a decade at the helm of Benin, President Patrice Talon is preparing to hand over power this Sunday, 24 May 2026.Sourced from Africanews
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Gunners glory: Arsenal end 22-year wait for Premier League title
Mikel Arteta’s side has been crowned Premier League champion for the first time since 2004, after Manchester City was held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth on Tuesday.Sourced from Africanews
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South Africa zoo elephants’ ‘depression’ case goes to court
The mental well-being of three elephants in a zoo in South Africa is the subject of an unusual court case, with animal welfare groups saying they are depressed and should be moved to a larger conservation park where they can be happy.Sourced from Africanews
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WHO emergency supplies arrive in Bunia as Ebola death toll reaches 136
The World Health Organization has stepped up emergency operations in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after the country recorded 136 deaths and about 543 suspected Ebola cases, according to Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba.Sourced from Africanews
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US tightens entry rules over deadly Ebola outbreak in Congo
The administration of Donald Trump announced new travel and health screening measures on Monday in response to a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa that has killed more than 130 people.Sourced from Africanews
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AFCON 2027 qualifying groups announced
The draw for the qualifiers of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations was held on Tuesday in Cairo, with teams learning their routes to the tournament that will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda next year.Sourced from Africanews
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