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Russian currency plunges 30% to record low
Russia’s ruble plunged nearly 30 percent against the U.S. dollar to a record low on Monday, after world powers imposed…
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Contact details for Kenyans wishing to vacate troubled Ukraine
Kenyans living in troubled Ukraine have been urged to leave amidst heightened Russia’s offensive against Ukraine since Thursday. The Kenyan…
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Thousands in Russia protest Putin’s action in Ukraine, hundreds detained
Thousands of people across Russia took part in demonstrations against President Vladimir Putin’s decision to send troops into Ukraine. Moscow…
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Goldmine kills over 60 people in Burkina Faso
A major explosion which was followed by smaller ones occurred in Gbomblora, Burkina Faso. The explosion occurred on Monday and killed 59…
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Nigerian authorities destroy 255 hectares of bhang fields
Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency said it had destroyed 255 hectares (630 acres) of bhang fields and arrested 13…
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Putin announces military operation in Ukraine
The Russian president on Thursday announced an operation in Ukraine in a surprise televised address. Putin said the action came…
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Ethiopia starts electricity production at Nile mega-dam
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated electricity production from the country’s mega-dam on the Blue Nile on Sunday, a milestone…
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Alibaba, Tencent added on US notorious market list
Ecommerce sites operated by Chinese technology giants Tencent Holdings and Alibaba group holding have been included in the “notorious market”…
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Kenya is safe and open for business, President Kenyatta assures investors
President Uhuru Kenyatta has assured global investors that Kenya is open and safe for business. Speaking when he launched celebrations…
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Malawi risks more food inflation after Cyclone Ana destroyed crops
Malawi may face faster-rising food prices after at least 77,532 hectares (191,586 acres) of crops such as corn, soybeans, groundnuts,…
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