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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 17:00
[Daily Trust] The Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone C of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), said it has intercepted a large consignment of illicit drugs worth over N2.64 billion from suspected drug cartel operating in the South East.
All Africa, All the Time.
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:59
[Shabelle] Muscat -- Somalia and Oman have agreed to strengthen cooperation in transport, communications and information technology as Mogadishu seeks to accelerate its digital transformation and expand regional economic links.
All Africa, All the Time.
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:59
[New Times] The World Health Organization (WHO has approved the first malaria treatment made for newborns and very young infants, in an effort to improve care for children most at risk.
All Africa, All the Time.
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:57
[Vanguard] Omoyele Sowore on Monday confronted former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, at the Federal High Court in Abuja, in a dramatic exchange that has since sparked widespread reactions online.
All Africa, All the Time.
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:57
Mali is under growing pressure as coordinated attacks target major cities, use covert infiltration, and bring together rival armed groups, according to political analyst Josiasse Assemon.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:51
Yellow Card, the largest licensed stablecoin-based infrastructure provider for emerging markets, has released its 2026 Report on Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence Governance in Africa. The comprehensive report outlines the rapid maturation of regulatory frameworks across the continent and...
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:44
Africa has officially emerged as the fastest-growing FinTech market globally, with revenues projected to expand 13-fold to approximately US$65 billion by 2030. While the continent already accounts for 74% of global mobile money transaction volume, new analysis shows that the next stage of growth...
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:38
A fragile calm prevailed on Monday in the Malian capital, Bamako, and the ruling junta's stronghold of Kati, after two days of fierce fighting between the army and jihadists allied with Tuareg separatists, which have plunged the country into uncertainty over the military government's future
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:36
Mali is under growing pressure as coordinated attacks target major cities, use covert infiltration, and bring together rival armed groups, according to political analyst Josiasse Assemon.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:33

By Our Correspondent

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has confirmed that at least 29 people lost their lives following a violent attack on Guyaku community in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, describing the incident as both tragic and unacceptable.

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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:22
A standoff continues in the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow entrance to the Persian Gulf through which one-fifth of the world's oil and natural gas is transported, as Iran has limited access and the US has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:18
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:09
The Azawad Liberation Front and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched an offensive against several Malian towns on April 25. In the north, the city of Kidal was recaptured following a three-year presence of Russian and Malian forces. Verified footage offers a window into...
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 16:08
The Democratic Republic of Congo announced on Monday the creation of a paramilitary guard backed by US and Emirati investments to secure its vast mining operations.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 15:56
Fresh from a court victory unlocking millions and the launch of his own party, the embattled former Nairobi governor is back in motion, but his next move remains unclear, raising questions over whether he is seeking a route back into power ahead of 2027.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 15:49
[New Era] The SanlamAllianz Coastal Marathon, held in Swakopmund on Saturday, attracted an impressive 3 688 entries across its four race categories - 5km, 10km, 21.1km and the full 42.2km marathon.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 15:49
[New Era] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned Swapo leaders against internal divisions and misinformation, saying such threats could weaken the ruling party.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 15:49
[New Era] Traditional authorities without recognised chiefs say they were excluded from a workshop on amending the Traditional Authorities Act held in Otjiwarongo last week.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 15:49
[New Era] Namibia's hard-hitting super middleweight Paulinus Ndjolonimus, popularly known as 'John John', produced a brave and determined performance but ultimately suffered defeat against Denmark's undefeated Jacob Bank in a high-stakes international bout.
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