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Ghana declares end of Marburg outbreak

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– – Health officials in Ghana have declared that the recent outbreak of the Marburg virus is now over following no positive case in 42 days. In July, an alert over the outbreak of the highly infectious disease related to Ebola was issued  after two deaths were recorded. One of those later turned out to have been incorrectly diagnosed. In… Read More
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Nigeria and Morocco sign agreement for gas pipeline

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– – Morocco and Nigeria have signed an agreement to build a major pipeline transporting gas from south-east Nigeria and across the Sahara. The 7,000km (4,300-mile) link – originating from Brass Island – will connect with the Maghreb European Pipeline in northern Morocco. The pipeline will go through 13 African countries. Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) boss Mele Kyari told… Read More
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Zambia’s President sacks state prosecutor

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– – Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has suspended the country’s chief state prosecutor with immediate effect. It comes barely two days after she revealed that her life was in danger. Lillian Siyunyi, who was appointed by the previous government, had fallen out with the new administration. She is a subject of complaints against her professional conduct at the Judicial Complaints… Read More
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West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network launched in Accra

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– – A new civil society advocacy coalition focused on promoting democratic values in the West African sub-region has been launched in Ghana’s capital, Accra. Called the West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (“WADEMOS”), it is meant to “mobilize, coordinate, and leverage the collective power of pro-democracy actors, resources, and opportunities in West Africa,” a statement from the network secretariat said.… Read More
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How to beat the slots: Tips and tricks to help you win big

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– – Slots are one of the most popular casino games and they offer players the chance to win big. However, they can also be very difficult to beat. If you’re looking for tips and tricks on how to beat the slots, then you’ve come to the right place. Here are some tips and tricks that will help you win… Read More
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How To Manage Your Finances Better In A Business

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– – Businesses start with a limited budget. The success of your business comes with efficient management of finance. If you don’t manage it efficiently, you might be completely lost in the galaxy of businesses. Know that almost 99% OF the businesses operating in the USA are small businesses. There is cutthroat competition in the market. It is your finances… Read More
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Gambia suspends paracetamol syrups after link to deaths of children

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– – Gambia’s government has launched an investigation into a suspected link between paracetamol syrups and the deaths of dozens of young children. The government has now ordered importers and shops to suspend sales of all brands of paracetamol syrups in the country. The probe became necessary according to health officials in Gambia after a spike in cases of acute… Read More
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William Ruto sworn in as Kenya’s fifth president

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On Tuesday Mr. Ruto who was previously the former deputy president was handed a copy of Kenya’s constitution and a sword to represent the transfer of power from his former boss, President Uhuru Kenyatta. – – There was a handshake between the two who fell out before the election, a gesture that was cheered by those gathered at the ceremony… Read More
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African leaders demand fulfilment of climate change pledges

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– – Twenty four African leaders have urged wealthier nations to fulfil their aid pledges for tackling climate change. They contend that this will enable the African continent to enhance the fight against climate change effects for which it shares little blame. The African ministers made the demand in a communique at the close of a three-day forum in the… Read More
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Kenya: Local media oppose exclusion from Ruto’s inauguration coverage

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– – The local media in Kenya are up in arms against organizers of Tuesday’s presidential inauguration ceremony over arrangements for coverage. The communications team of Kenya’s President-elect William Ruto has barred local media from covering the presidential inauguration, offering exclusive broadcast rights to Multichoice Kenya Ltd, an affiliate of a South African pay-TV group. Local broadcasters have been asked… Read More
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