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[allAfrica] Monrovia -- Al-Shabaab militants have attacked a hotel in central Somalia, just as government officials and local elders met there to discuss action against the terrorist group, Al-jazeera reported. The assailants detonated a car bomb before engaging in a firefight with security forces manning the building.

[Ghanaian Times] Women's soccer in Ghana has evolved a great deal over the years, enduring challenging times to rise to a key part of the sporting culture of the nation. With more support, sponsorship and grassroots development heading its way, the female players begin to enjoy the accolades they rightfully deserve. With the sport continuing to expand, it paves the way to more opportunities and a stronger presence on the world's sporting scene.

[Algerie Presse Service] Boumerdes -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, arrived in the province of Boumerdes on Tuesday to inaugurate the "Cap Djinet 2" seawater desalination plant, with a production capacity of 300,000 m3/day.

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The investment climate in East Africa is undergoing scrutiny as concerns emerge regarding governance and transparency in Uganda.

[The Point] The Brikama Magistrates' Court presided over by Magistrate A. Fofana recently sentenced one Rickey Usumbura, a citizen of the United States of America to a fine of D120, 000 in default to serve 10 years imprisonment after pleading guilty to possession unlicensed firearm.

[The Point] The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) announced the passing of former Brigadier General Colley, a notorious member of the former president's hit squad.

[Premium Times] The LP urged the three-member committee to liaise with its legislators in both chambers of the National Assembly to identify and resolve all differences between them and the party.

[Premium Times] The Lagos State governor said the success of the programme will depend on the commitment of all stakeholders to uphold the highest standards

[Premium Times] The agency also explained that the figure represented a total of 19 million vulnerable households across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

[Premium Times] An official of the panel said a number of cases submitted involved very senior correctional officers in charge of custodial centres across Nigeria where the alleged corrupt practices took place.

[Agenzia Fides] Abuja -- The description of the state of the nation made by Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, Archbishop of Owerri and President of the Bishops' Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), during the opening of the first Plenary Assembly of this year of the CBCN (see Fides, 10/3/2025), has prompted a response from the office of President Bola Tinubu.

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[New Dawn] The ECOWAS Parliament turned down a request from the House of Representatives of the 55th Legislature to replace two members of the House from Liberia.

[New Dawn] Liberia's Chief Justice, Her Honor, Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh, apologizes to Liberians for perceived faulty and biased decisions rendered in high-profile cases, especially political cases.

[InfoWire] Axian Energy Green has reached a significant milestone in its environmental commitment by achieving a C score in its first reporting exercise with the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2024. This recognition highlights the company's dedication to transparent communication regarding its climate strategy and its determination to intensify efforts towards a more sustainable economy.

[Capital FM] Uganda has deployed special forces to Juba in support of South Sudanese President Salva Kiir's administration as tensions rise between him and First Vice President Riek Machar.

[Shabait] The 50th anniversary of the 'Black Sunday' massacre, perpetrated against innocent residents of Akordet by the Ethiopian Derg regime, was commemorated on 9 March.

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] What: Webinar on the Africa Gender Index 2023 Analytical Report - Breaking Barriers: Africa Gender Index Insights for Action

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] When I joined the Bank more than 12 years ago, I was struck by the incredible potential of Africa's women. I've witnessed firsthand how our advocacy, investments, and commitment to inclusive development can transform lives.