World looks to unpaid, overworked Congolese frontline health-workers to save it from deadly Ebola virus spread

World looks to unpaid, overworked Congolese frontline health-workers to save it from deadly Ebola virus spread

Mongbwalu has emerged as the epicentre of the rare Bundibugyo type. The town attracts large numbers of labourers who work in large goldmines with muddy pools of gold deposits, narrow pits and caves. They live in low-income areas including crowded camps and have little access to proper health protocols.

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Nigerian army frees 360 abducted people in north-eastern Borno state

Nigerian army frees 360 abducted people in north-eastern Borno state

Among the most prominent Islamic militant groups are Boko Haram and its breakaway faction, which is affiliated with the Islamic State group and known as Islamic State West Africa Province.

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Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed condemns extremism, warns of dangers of inflaming ethnic animosity

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed condemns extremism, warns of dangers of inflaming ethnic animosity

Abiy hailed the successful conduct of the general election as he highlighted that 50,188 of the 52,000 polling stations across the country opened on time and processed voters throughout the election day on June 1, with over 10,438 candidates from 42 political parties contesting for seats in the House of Peoples’ Representatives, the lower chamber of the parliament, as well as for various regional councils

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Never say die: How miracle Chinese man floated in sea for seven days with only one thing in mind, ‘I can’t die’

Never say die: How miracle Chinese man floated in sea for seven days with only one thing in mind, ‘I can’t die’

To lighten his load and conserve precious energy, he discarded all his personal belongings, including his shoes, trousers, wristwatch and ring and kept himself afloat by repeatedly treading water and swinging arms.

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Truth about Ebola centres in Kakamega: Rich scent of gold and coltan is egging US to set up shop in Kenya

Truth about Ebola centres in Kakamega: Rich scent of gold and coltan is egging US to set up shop in Kenya

The quarantine facilities are a red herring. Americans are setting up ‘gestation camps’ for resource exploitation in Kenya.

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Minister for Tourism and Wildlife Miano turns to Kenyans in diaspora to champion country’s potential

Minister for Tourism and Wildlife Miano turns to Kenyans in diaspora to champion country’s potential

Nyandarua County, which is endowed with attractions like the Aberdare Ranges, magnificent scenic waterfalls and diverse wildlife habitats, is slowly getting recognized as one of the most outstanding destinations for eco-tourism.

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How Middle East turmoil has global economy and in turn reshaping lifestyle in central Kenya

How Middle East turmoil has global economy and in turn reshaping lifestyle in central Kenya

For many Kenyans, salaries and daily earnings have remained the stagnant while expenses continue to skyrocket leading to severe financial struggles.

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Brazil is not a ‘banana republic’ and has capacity to fight crime at home, President Lula da Silva tells US

Brazil is not a ‘banana republic’ and has capacity to fight crime at home, President Lula da Silva tells US

The US Department of State on Thursday designated two Brazilian criminal groups – Comando Vermelho and Primeiro Comando da Capital – as Specially Designated Global Terrorists and will list them as Foreign Terrorist Organisations starting June 5.

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County administrator calls for enhanced security and adherence to mining laws for faster economic growth

County administrator calls for enhanced security and adherence to mining laws for faster economic growth

Turkana County Mining Deputy Director Elim Areman emphasised the need for responsible and inclusive mining practices, noting that land belongs to the community and investors must work closely with local residents to ensure mutual benefit.

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US considers relocating Ebola-exposed Americans to Kenya as Uganda shuts border with Congo

US considers relocating Ebola-exposed Americans to Kenya as Uganda shuts border with Congo

A local Ebola taskforce made the decision to close the border after a rise in Ugandan health workers exposed to the virus by Congolese patients who crossed before the outbreak was declared on May 15.

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