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Somalia: Somali Press Freedom Under Siege - Mogadishu Dialogue Demands Action

2025-05-21 10:47:38
[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu -- A pivotal roundtable discussion focusing on the state of press freedom in Somalia was held at the European Union Delegation compound in Mogadishu this week. The high-level meeting brought together leaders from Somalia's key media advocacy groups, representatives from the international community, and senior officials from the Somali Federal Government to tackle the increasing threats and challenges faced by Somali journalists. Source
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East Africa: IGAD Region Braces for Heavy Rains

2025-05-21 10:39:01
[Ethiopian Herald] Addis Ababa -- The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has warned member states that many areas will receive above-normal rainfall between June and September. Source
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Liberia: 97% of Healthworkers Struggle to Survive, Report Says

2025-05-21 10:36:34
[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- Liberia's health sector is facing a near-collapse, with 97 percent of public healthcare workers earning wages too low to cover basic living expenses, according to a new report from international development group ActionAid. Source
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Rwanda: Inside Top 10 Medical Procedures Conducted in Rwanda

2025-05-21 09:14:35
[New Times] The government has expanded its capacity to deliver advanced medical care, with at least 10 specialised procedures now performed locally that previously required treatment abroad. The progress achieved over the past five years is easing the cost of referrals and improving access to care. Source
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Nigeria: Time Magazine Names Dangote Among World's Top 100 Philanthropists

2025-05-21 08:19:52
[Daily Trust] Aliko Dangote, the Chairman Aliko Dangote Foundation and President/Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Limited, has been named in the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list, which recognises the 100 most influential leaders shaping the future of philanthropy across the world. Dangote is the only Nigerian on this distinguished list. Source
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Gambia: There Can Be No Shoot to Kill Policy Under the Gambian Constitution

2025-05-21 08:19:48
[Foroyaa] A statement made by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) has to be subjected to review by Foroyaa. During his tour of military installations around the country, the CDS told soldiers that the armed forces has a policy to deal with armed robbers, who the people see as a menace in the North Bank. Source