Earning the trust of a 40-stone silverback gorilla
A wildlife cameraman's close encounter with a silverback as he filmed a process designed to save the species.
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Rwanda: Govt Ready to Provide Effective Response in Case of Disasters - Official
[New Times] The government is ready to provide effective disaster response to save lives, and offer relief to people in need, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA), Philippe Habinshuti, told The New Times on January 5.
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Somalia: Ground and Air Operation Target Al-Shabaab Base in Central Somalia
[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.
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Kenya: Attack on Journalists at Nairobi's Kettle House Bar Sparks Outrage
[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.
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Nigeria: Govt Approves Air Peace, Two Other Airlines as Official Carriers for Hajj 2024
[Premium Times] The government also approved Cargo Zeal Technologies Ltd, Nahco Aviance and Qualla Investment Limited as the official cargo companies for the exercise.
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Nigeria: I Can't Live Without Jewellery, Sneakers, Popcorn - Davido
[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.
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DR Congo election: Three minister and four governors disqualified for fraud and violence
The election body disqualifies three ministers and four governors from last month's chaotic vote.
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Zimbabwe: Anthrax Outbreak Hits Zimbabwe, Zambia - Disease Traced to Hippos
[New Zimbabwe] By James Muonwa l Mashonaland West Correspondent
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Africa: Diplomatic Dip for France as African Nations Seek Out Stronger Partners
[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.
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Zimbabwe: Duty-Free Car Import Regulations Tightened
[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.
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Anthony Joshua: Briton to face ex-UFC fighter Ngannou in Saudi Arabia, confirms promoter Hearn
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua will face ex-UFC fighter Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.
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Oscar Pistorius release: A reminder of South Africa's femicide problem
The freeing on parole of the ex-athlete reignites the discussion about violence against women in South Africa.
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Afcon 2023: Zambia can lift title on return to finals, says captain Lubambo Musonda
Zambia can win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations despite missing the past three tournaments, according to captain Lubambo Musonda.
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