Africa
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Zambia opposition dismisses ‘militia’ claim after members arrested
Zambia’s main opposition party said Monday it rejected government claims that its members — including several under arrest — were involved in militia or insurgent activity around last week’s election.
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India community in Kenya Marks 80th Independence Day in Nairobi
India in Nairobi celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day on Friday with patriotic fervour, as more than 1,200 members of the Indian diaspora gathers for the annual flag-hoisting ceremony.
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Challengers to Uganda Leader Face State Attack: Opposition Leader’s Wife
Anyone who challenges Uganda’s longtime leader faces the full force of the state, the wife of a jailed veteran opposition leader warned Saturday, urging authorities to release her unwell husband for treatment.
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Zambia resumes vote count after pause over violence
Zambia resumed vote counting Friday after a nationwide suspension over alleged attacks on polling staff and the theft of marked ballot papers ratcheted up tensions.
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Zambia suspends vote counting nationwide citing violence
Zambia suspended vote counting nationwide on Friday following reports of violence in some districts, the electoral commission said.
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President Ruto blast uhuru Kenya for sponsoring opposition
Kenyan president Dr William Ruto has renewed his criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing his predecessor of financing the Opposition in an attempt to undermine his administration.
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Tundu Lissu treason case adjourned to monday next week
The High Court in Dar es Salaam has adjourned the treason case against CHADEMA Chairman Tundu Lissu until Monday, 17/08/2026, after the prosecution requested more time, citing a health emergency involving one of its witnesses.
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Shahidi Akwamisha Kesi ya Lissu, Mahakama Yaahirisha hadi Jumatatu
Lissu ameendelea kupinga kuahirishwa kwa kesi hiyo akidai kuwa upande wa Jamhuri umekuwa ukiomba kuahirishwa kwa kesi mara kwa mara bila Mahakama kuchukua hatua dhidi yao.
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Confidential Witness Tells Court He Fears Public Testimony in Lissu Treason Trial
The 26-year-old witness, whose identity was withheld by the court for protection, made the remarks while responding to questions from Lissu after being examined by state prosecutors.
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Tanzanian rangers arrested as police investigate death of a person in Ngorongoro custody
Police said the men had been travelling from Arusha towards Babati, about 166km away, to attend a funeral when they lost their way.
