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History-making Fraser-Pryce bags fifth 100m title, US win four crowns
It was the first time a nation had swept the medals in the women’s 100m at the worlds and came just a day after Fred Kerley led a US sweep of the men’s 100m.
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Ghana reports first cases of deadly Marburg virus
A total of 98 people identified as contact cases are currently under quarantine, the GHS statement said, noting that no other cases of Marburg had yet been detected in Ghana.
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One dead in attack on Chinese-owned firm in DR Congo
The provincial interior ministry confirmed that an attack had taken place, and said it had occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
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Gambian ex-spies sentenced to death for Jammeh-era murder
Sandeng was arrested during an April 2016 demonstration against Jammeh. He died in custody two days later after having been beaten and tortured.
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Ukraine severs ties with North Korea after pro-Russia separatists recognition
Separatist officials have long said they want their regions to eventually join Russia.
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Tanzania probes mystery illness after three die
Symptoms of the illness include fever, headaches, fatigue and nosebleeds, the government’s chief medical officer Aifello Sichalwe said in a statement.
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Tech firms unveil plan for ‘space-based’ 5G network
The firms said they had carried out “multiple studies and simulations” and would now explore possible uses of the technology.
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Three arrested in probe into South Africa tavern tragedy
The owner will appear in court on August 19 on charges related to selling or supplying alcohol to minors, while the two employees have each been handed a 2,000-rand ($118) fine.
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South Africa bar shootings death toll climbs to 20
Investigators are working to establish a motive and arrest the perpetrators of the Soweto shooting, police said in a statement.
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Russia and Ukraine to hold Black Sea grain talks in Turkey
Ukraine is one of the world’s biggest exporters of wheat and other grain.
