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[Premium Times] The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ebonyi State said it has seized 115.226 kilogrammes of illicit substances and arrested 149 suspects in the third quarter of the year.

[New Republic] The food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), an important organ of the United Nations is not as prominent in terms of activities on the grounds as other UN bodies such as the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) or World Food Program (WHO).

[New Republic] The General Auditing Commission (GAC) under the astute leadership of Auditor General P. Garswa Jackson has released reports of 102 audits conducted by the Commission of various agencies of the Liberian Government.

[GhanaToday] Ghana has introduced free roaming services with Togo and Benin, allowing citizens of these countries to enjoy local rates for calls, texts and internet access when traveling between the nations.

[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- Anthony Souh has taken over as the new Acting Director of the Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA), succeeding Christopher Peters.

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[RFI] Beninese activist Kemi Seba - known for his anti-Western stance and ties to Russia - was reportedly arrested in Paris this week, although the exact reason has not been made public.

[Vanguard] No fewer than 90 people were confirmed dead, following a petrol tanker explosion in Majiya Town, Taura Local Government Area of the state on Tuesday.

[Premium Times] Most of the victims were killed in an explosion after they surrounded the accident scene, the police said.

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Bishop of the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Liberia, Samuel J. Quire Jr., has expressed concern over Methodist churches that are considering leaving the denomination, describing their actions as a "lost identity."

[Premium Times] The stalled renegotiation of the agreement is currently threatening industrial peace in the country's public universities.

[This Day] The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, yesterday, urged members of the global trade body to, "continue to be constructive" in addressing outstanding issues on the WTO work agenda.

[This Day] Contrary to a report that the plan by Shell to sell its onshore oil assets to Renaissance Consortium was in the 'waiting room', THISDAY has learnt that the proposed $1.3 billion deal has been roundly rejected by the federal government.

[This Day] Following two consecutive months of marginal decline, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) which measures the rate of change in prices of goods and commodities shot up to 32.70 per cent in September compared to 32.15 per cent in the preceding month, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed yesterday.

[This Day] Abuja -- The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has lamented the increasing number of cases pending in superior courts across the country.

[This Day] A new report by the World Bank has revealed that the United Nations' (UN) goal of ending extreme poverty by 2030 is no longer feasible due to a combination of factors, including wars, huge debt, climate crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Ghanaian Times] The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Mrs Jean Mensa, has announced the release of the revised provisional voters register for the upcoming 2024 general elections.

[Ghanaian Times] The Japanese Ambassador to Ghana, Mochizuki Hisanobu, has expressed his government's readiness to help develop an automotive industry that can compete globally in Ghana.

[Ghanaian Times] A total of 328 apprentices, mainly young women, received business start-up kits at the weekend, after undergoing six months apprenticeship training in the Yendi municipality of the Northern Region.

[Ghanaian Times] The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has launched a comprehensive strategy to create 1.7 million jobs between 2025 and 2029 to address the rising unemployment crisis.

Christian has been working in East Africa since 4 September. The trip, which follows his graduation from high school earlier this year, was announced days before his departure in an official statement by The Royal Palace of Denmark. It read: ‘On 4 …

Dubai, Oct 16 (PTI) Australia will start as overwhelming favourites in their quest for an unprecedented eighth final appearance when they take on South Africa in the semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup here on Thursday. Australia have now made …

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Dubai [UAE], October 12 (ANI): South Africa ended Bangladesh's hopes of sealing a spot in the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup by inflicting a 7-wicket defeat on Saturday here in Dubai. Following the victory, two out of South Africa, …

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Dubai, Oct 12 (PTI) Tazmin Brits top-scored with 42 as South Africa crushed Bangladesh by seven wickets in their Group B match of the women's T20 World Cup here on Saturday. South Africa batters outperformed their counterparts on a languid surface as …

Michael Bolton Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins claims it is hard to read much into Ulster's form as he claims they have had one eye on Saturday's fixture against his side. While Connacht have dug deep for wins over the Sharks and Scarlets, Ulster …

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[Ethiopian Herald] The Ministry of Planning and Development (MoPD) emphasized the need for African youth to work collaboratively in driving food sovereignty and promoting agro-ecological advancement across the continent.

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[CGD] Washington -- Donors on track to fall short on support for major international funds, new analysis suggests

[allAfrica] The 5th HIV Research for Prevention Conference (HIVR4P 2024) held in Lima, Peru, marked a significant milestone in the global fight against HIV, bringing together more than 1,300 scientists, advocates, community representatives, and policymakers. This dynamic gathering provided a platform for experts to share cutting-edge evidence and discuss the latest tools and strategies in HIV prevention science.

[IPS] New York -- The right to abortion is a human rights issue that no government agency, courts, local and state legislators, or anyone else has the right to violate or impede in any shape or form. It is a fundamental right that every woman must be free to exercise with impunity, in consultation with her doctor only, who acts based on his/her professional ethics and responsibility.

[Slow Food] "Today, on World Food Day, we celebrate the right to food as a fundamental part of a better life and a brighter future. Slow Food reaffirms its belief that food can be a bridge to peace, advocating for a world where access to food and the resources required to produce it are guaranteed for everyone, especially those living in conflict zones.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Roam Air, an African-made electric motorcycle, has completed a 6,000-kilometer solar-powered journey from Nairobi, Kenya, to Stellenbosch, South Africa.

[Capital FM] Africa stands on the cusp of an economic transformation that promises to reshape its place in the global economy. Central to this vision are three powerful frameworks: the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Agenda 2063 and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).

[IPS] Baltimore, Maryland USA -- World Food Day seems like it should be a time to celebrate. A day to eat delicious meals and enjoy the rich traditions and cultures of food around the globe.

[CAF] TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 qualifiers action on Tuesday saw more nations secure their place in the finals as the race towards a place in Morocco continues to intensify across the continent.

[New Times] The World Bank has revised the economic growth projection for Sub-Saharan Africa to 3 per cent from 3.4 per cent as earlier indicated in April, according to the latest Africa Pulse report.

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Africa must engage with the world on its own terms, ensuring that its interests are represented and respected on the global stage, said Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister Temasgen Tiruneh.

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Head of Political Affairs and Counter Terrorism Focal Point for the African Union (AU), Babatunde Abayomi Taiwo commended the commitment of Ethiopia for its positive contribution to peace and security in Africa and globally.

[UN News] Nearly two million children suffering from severe wasting are at risk of death due to funding shortages for life-saving Ready-to-use-Therapeutic-Food (RUTF) to treat the condition, which is the most dangerous form of malnutrition.

[ACSS] Eighty percent of the record 163 million Africans facing acute food insecurity are in conflict-affected countries, including potentially 840,000 people in Sudan, South Sudan, and Mali confronting famine.

[Vanguard] The Nigerian naira has been listed as one of the worst-performing currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024, according to the World Bank's latest Africa's Pulse report.

[IPS] Bogota, Colombia -- Information manipulation and misinformation are not new phenomena, but they have taken on exaggerated importance, especially with the massive use of social media.

[CAF] Serhou Guirassy scored a brace as Guinea secured a crucial 3-0 away victory against Ethiopia on Tuesday, 15 October, in their 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier.

[VOA] Geneva -- While the world's farmers produce more than enough food to feed the planet's nearly 8 billion people, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said "hunger and malnutrition are a fact of life" for billions.

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Food inflation in Africa’s most populous nation accelerated to 37.7 percent in September after a two-month decline, adding pressure to households. The Consumer Price Report of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) shows that food inflation surged 23 …

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