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[This Day] The European Union (EU) governments yesterday expressed support for Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Nigeria's candidate for the position of the Director-General (DG) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) as the race enters the final month.
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Mugabe's remains should be reburied at Harare monument, Zimbabwe magistrate rules | News24
A Zimbabwean magistrate ruled that Robert Mugabe's remains should be exhumed and reburied at the national heroes' shrine in the capital city, rekindling a row over the late former leader's resting place.
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Nigeria: Investigation - How Non-Existent Company Was Awarded Multi-Billion Naira Railway Contract
[Premium Times] Eser Contracting and industry Company Incorporated was unregistered but was awarded a N19.2 billion railway rehabilitation contract in violation of public procurement regulations.
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East Africa: EAC Endorses Kenya's Amina Mohamed for WTO Director-General
[East African] The East African Community (EAC) has endorsed the candidature of Kenya's Amina Mohamed to head the World Trade Organisation, in the latest boost to her bid.
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Remembering Mugabe - NewsDay Zimbabwe
Mugabe straddled Zimbabwe’s politics for an incredible 56 years since his return from Ghana to join nationalist politics. The post Remembering Mugabe appeared first on NewsDay Zimbabwe.
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Black Voices for Black Justice Fund Launches to Support Activists Working to Create an Anti-Racist America - Black Voice News
As the U.S. continues an unprecedented racial reckoning following the deaths and continued pursuit of justice for countless Black Americans including Breonna Taylor and George Floyd, an innovative new fund is supporting Black leaders on the frontlines of shaping the urgent movement to build
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Central Africa: Eccas Chairperson Kicks Off Visit to Angola Monday
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The chairperson of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), Gilberto da Piedade Veríssimo, begins Monday an official visit to Angola, with the aim of establishing contacts with the country's authorities.
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When the clueless and corrupt pray
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Kenya: Expo Chance for Kenya to Improve Trade With China
[Nation] The third annual China International Import Expo (CIIE) is set for Shanghai early next month as planned. The staging of the event is emblematic of China's triumph over Covid-19 and a demonstration of the confidence in the vitality of the Chinese economy.
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NEC mulls plan for state to stop doing business with 'politically exposed' people | News24
In a move towards economic recovery the NEC has endorsed a plan for politically exposed individuals be banned to do business with the state. Further consultations will be held.
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Africa: What Developing Countries Can Teach Us About How to Respond to a Pandemic
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Kenya: Tragedy as Family Loses Seven Members in Accident
[Nation] When Robson Onyango Ng'wena and nine of his family members left Kisumu to attend a burial in Magugu village, Homa Bay County on Tuesday morning, they had no idea of a bigger tragedy that was to follow.
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Zimbabwe magistrate rules Mugabe should be reburied | Africanews
A Zimbabwean court Friday upheld a traditional court’s ruling that the body of former President Robert Mugabe should be exhumed and reburied at a national shrine in the capital.
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Africa: Amina Mohamed Leads Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Battle for Leadership of the World Trade Organization
[The Global African Investment Summit] Johannesburg -- As the race for the role of Director General of the World Trade Organization enters a decisive, two of the leading candidates are from Africa with only one of them expected to be among the two finalists after October 6.
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Chief Zvimba orders Mugabe reburial at Nat Heroes Acre - NewsDay Zimbabwe
BY MOSES MATENGA The late former President Robert Mugabe's family is seething with anger after Chief Zvimba ordered the exhumation and the The post Chief Zvimba orders Mugabe reburial at Nat Heroes Acre appeared first on NewsDay Zimbabwe.
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NICIL should be liquidated - Stabroek News
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Kenyatta Says He Won't Seek Elective Position After 2022
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Africa: France's Macron Calls for 'Fairer' Financing Rules for African Economies
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Ice Cube explains going to the dark side with President Trump
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[ANGOP] Luanda -- The President of the Republic, João Lourenço, praised the fact that Angola has climbed 15 points in three years in the ranking of press freedom, as stated by the Reporters Without Borders organization.
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Kenya: Kiraitu, Maore Truce Could Muddle Munya's 2022 Plan
[Nation] Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi and Igembe North MP Maoka Maore have agreed to bury the hatchet in a move that is likely to shape the battle for the gubernatorial seat in the 2022 General Election.
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