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[Shabelle] Caad -- The government forces backed by local clan militia engaged in a heavy battle with Al-Shabaab in the southern Mudug region, military sources and residents said.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Friday night assault on journalists at Nairobi's Kettle House Bar and Grill has provoked strong condemnation from various quarters across the country.

[Premium Times] The government also approved Cargo Zeal Technologies Ltd, Nahco Aviance and Qualla Investment Limited as the official cargo companies for the exercise.

[Daily Trust] In a recent interview with British GQ, Nigerian artiste, Davido, gave a list of things that he can't live without. The musician said he wouldn't be able to live without his wallet, headphones, jewellery, popcorn, sneakers, bible, sunglasses and toiletries bag.

The election body disqualifies three ministers and four governors from last month's chaotic vote.

[New Zimbabwe] By James Muonwa l Mashonaland West Correspondent

[RFI] French diplomacy in Africa weakened considerably in 2023 as former allies steered their foreign policies elsewhere in the wake of military coups and general political upheaval. A new law making it harder for foreigners to immigrate to France has compounded matters.

[The Herald] Updated regulations for duty-free vehicle imports by civil servants, public health workers, and junior and specialist doctors were gazetted at the end of last month to ensure that State workers in the applicable grades can benefit, without loopholes.

Promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua will face ex-UFC fighter Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

The freeing on parole of the ex-athlete reignites the discussion about violence against women in South Africa.

Zambia can win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations despite missing the past three tournaments, according to captain Lubambo Musonda.

The 15 Indian crew members onboard are safe as the navy tracks and closes in on the vessel.

The film has grossed over $1m in domestic theatres since it was released on 15 December last year.

Senegal's Supreme Court rejects opposition leader Ousmane Sonko's appeal against a libel conviction.