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US Tightens Ebola Travel Restrictions on DRC

 The United States has imposed stricter travel measures for its citizens departing the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as health authorities respond to the country’s ongoing Ebola outbreak, which has spread into new areas and continues to claim lives. Under the new
July 16, 2026
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WHO Maintains Low Risk Alert Over Hanta Virus

The World Health Organization (WHO) has maintained its assessment of the recent Hanta virus outbreak as a “low global health risk” as a cruise ship linked to the outbreak approaches a port in the Netherlands. Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation
May 18, 2026
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Currency Diversification Reshapes Global Financial Power

International financial systems are undergoing a gradual but significant transformation as economies increasingly diversify currency exposure, adjust reserve strategies, and expand alternative trade settlement mechanisms. The movement reflects a broader effort to strengthen resilience within a changing monetary environment. This is not
May 16, 2026
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Mystery Deepens Over Arusha Businessman Death

Police in northern Tanzania are investigating the mysterious death of businessman Sifaeli Christofa Mollel, whose decomposed body was discovered inside a house linked to an alleged traditional healer in Arusha, days after he was reported missing. The case has sparked widespread concern
May 15, 2026
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Tanzania Seizes 66,048 Litres Illicit Chemicals

Tanzanian authorities have intercepted 66,048 litres of illicit precursor chemicals in a major anti-narcotics operation in Dar es Salaam, exposing what officials describe as an expanding network of chemical diversion used in the production of illegal drugs. The operation, conducted in April
May 14, 2026
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Nollywood Star Alex Ekubo Dies At 40

The African entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of celebrated Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, who reportedly passed away at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. News of his death emerged Tuesday evening, sending shockwaves
May 13, 2026
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Tanzania Rolls Out Universal Health Insurance

The Government of Tanzania has officially begun implementing a nationwide Universal Health Insurance programme targeting low-income households, in a major step aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare services across the country. The initiative follows the allocation of Sh48.8 billion to support
May 11, 2026
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Food Aid Is Changing. Is Africa Ready?

The future of one of the world’s largest food assistance programmes is undergoing a significant transformation, and Africa may need to prepare for its consequences. For more than seven decades, the United States’ Food for Peace programme has served as a critical
May 11, 2026
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Former Botswana President Festus Mogae Dies at 86

Former Botswana president Festus Mogae, the respected economist and statesman credited with strengthening democratic governance and leading one of Africa’s most recognised responses to the HIV/AIDS crisis, has died at the age of 86, the Botswana government confirmed on Friday. Mogae, who
May 8, 2026
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Four Held Over Brutal Student Murder In Tanzania

Police in Tanzania have arrested four suspects in connection with the killing of a student from the Institute of Finance Management following the discovery of his body in a river in Dar es Salaam under disturbing circumstances. Authorities from the Dar es
May 7, 2026
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