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🌍 Israel strikes Syrian airbase, drawing US and Turkish condemnation Israel has carried out eight airstrikes on a Syrian military airbase in the northwest, damaging its runway and storage facilities, according to Syrian state media. The attack drew condemnation from Damascus and Ankara and criticism from a US envoy who called it an “unnecessary escalation.” https://ift.tt/hJC2inW via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Senegal elite girls' school empowers students to imagine a new future At the Mariama Ba School of Excellence, students are encouraged to challenge what has traditionally been expected of girls across the predominantly Muslim West African nation https://ift.tt/QAKxvPN via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Patrick Vieira takes charge of Senegal after World Cup disappointment Senegal have appointed former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira as their new head coach, turning to the Dakar-born France legend to rebuild the national team after a disappointing World Cup campaign and the dismissal of Pape Thiaw. https://ift.tt/Dsr05cv via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Ramaphosa urges regional countries to tackle irregular migration President Cyril Ramaphosa called regional leaders Monday for joint efforts to tackle migration to South Africa, after a backlash against foreign nationals that led thousands to flee https://ift.tt/dFsv8gl via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Ethiopia: Authorities in Tigray accuse Addis Ababa of drone strike near Mekelle Authorities in Ethiopia's Tigray region have accused the federal government of launching a drone strike near the state capital Mekelle. Tensions between Tigray and Addis Ababa have been mounting in recent weeks, with both parties massing forces on either side of the regional border. https://ift.tt/AwEbShv via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Gazans turn to gold as hedge against financial uncertainty Palestinians buy gold at jewellery shops in downtown Gaza City, as the precious metal commodity in the war-torn territory is increasingly becoming their hedge against financial uncertainty https://ift.tt/jydoV5F via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Senegal tightens asset disclosure rules amid Faye-Sonko rift Senegal’s parliament has approved a law requiring the president, prime minister and speaker of parliament to declare and publish their assets both when taking office and when leaving, amid a growing political rift between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former prime minister Ousmane Sonko. https://ift.tt/baVlMt1 via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Strait of Hormuz to remain closed until US meets Iran's demands, top negotiator says More than five months into the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's parliament speaker says the waterway will remain closed until the US meets Tehran's demands. The announcement comes as a ship transiting the Strait was hit and damaged by an "unknown projectile," resulting in a crew casualty. https://ift.tt/myY37hI via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 OAS, CARICOM back Haiti security and election efforts A high-level OAS and CARICOM delegation has arrived in Haiti to support efforts to restore security, strengthen state institutions and prepare for elections, as authorities seek to counter gang violence and create conditions for a December presidential and legislative vote. https://ift.tt/Ia8S0GY via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 South Sudan steps up Ebola preparedness along porous DRC border South Sudan is strengthening Ebola surveillance along its border with the DRC, where heavy cross-border movement and informal routes pose challenges. UN officials and local authorities say preparedness and coordination are key to preventing the virus from entering the country. https://ift.tt/8nxMPED via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Thousands pay tribute to former Cambridge prof Jason Arday at London vigil Thousands of people gathered in London's Trafalgar Square on Monday to pay tribute to former Cambridge professor Jason Arday. Arday was found dead last week days after resigning from his position following accusations of plagiarism. https://ift.tt/3SsgHiX via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Russia, Ghana discuss trade and recruitment of citizens for Ukraine War Russia hosts Ghana’s foreign minister in Moscow as Sergey Lavrov meets Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The talks focused on trade, Africa’s security and ongoing crises across the continent. https://ift.tt/XfA7QPg via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Kenya opposition draws large crowds despite efforts to disrupt rally Leaders of Kenya's opposition Linda Mwananchi movement brought their message of political change to Homa Bay County on Sunday, despite coordinated efforts to disrupt their rallies. https://ift.tt/jCawWJe via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Zambia's Hichilema wins re-election with 60% of vote Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema won re-election with around 60 percent of votes cast last week, the electoral commission announced Tuesday, after a race critics said was tightly managed by his government. https://ift.tt/ZFmHA5b via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 MSF calls for a massive scale-up to contain Ebola outbreak in DRC The Ebola outbreak in one of Congo’s most vulnerable regions is now the fastest-growing on record. Nearly 5,000 cases have been reported, including more than 2,300 deaths. Doctors Without Borders says a massive scale-up of the response is urgently needed to contain the rapidly spreading outbreak. https://ift.tt/bEm3nAJ via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Cameroon women celebrate WAFCON title during victory parade The Indomitable Lionesses are home and Yaoundé is celebrating. A day after making history with a 3–0 victory over Malawi to win Cameroon’s first Women’s AFCON title, the champions received a hero’s welcome. https://ift.tt/EJVoKSW via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 'Sape' a cultural movement showcased at the 6th edition of DR Congo Fashion Week The sixth edition of DR Congo Fashion Week in the capital Kinshasa, brought together local stylists, fashion designers and "sapeurs" as well as those from the neighbouring Republic of Congo https://ift.tt/U5n0aLq via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Somalia clashes with regional forces over control of key city Somali national forces clashed with troops loyal to an ousted regional leader on Monday over control of a key city, the government said, accusing him of allying with Islamist insurgents https://ift.tt/BU70Iq2 via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Ebola DRC: The Deadliest Outbreak in the Country's History [Africanews Today] The Ebola outbreak currently ravaging the Democratic Republic of the Congo has officially become the deadliest in the country's history. According to the United Nations, the virus is now killing one person every 30 minutes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. https://ift.tt/CP8DzU5 via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial

🌍 Mali jails government critic for 'discrediting state' A Malian court sentenced on Monday a prominent broadcaster and an influencer, who had both criticised the ruling junta, to seven years in jail https://ift.tt/0LiT8fh via @africanewsofficial Follow us on : t.me/africanewsofficial