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Saturday, May 11

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6 Somali pirates nabbed in tanker hijack attempt off North African coast

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Six suspected pirates were captured after shooting at an oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden along the coastline of Somalia, according to officials, raising concerns about a rising number of piracy attacks by Somalians.

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How to Join #DiscoverMyAfrica Challenge by Google & Google and African Union

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The Office of the African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy and Google recently announced the launch of the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge, a month-long initiative to celebrate the rich diversity, heritage, and vibrant spirit of the…

Meet the New England Aquarium’s 4 new African penguin chicks

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The chicks hatched this spring and are being cared for behind the scenes before joining the ranks of the penguin colony.

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Springwatch's Michaela Strachan says African penguin extinction 'would be devastating for the planet'

www.mirror.co.uk

The crisis is so severe the species could disappear in the wild as soon as 2035 if severe measures are not taken to ensure their survival - and the Springwatch presenter says she 'can’t imagine them not being here'

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African governments should create visa-free movement, single currency, unified passport-group

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The Africans Rising, a Pan-African movement, has urged African governments to work towards a visa-free movement, single currency, and unified passport to enhance regional integration and development.

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African football legends paved the way for us – Mohammed Kudus

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Ghana international, Mohammed Kudus credits the trailblazing performances of former African players on the global stage for paving the way for the current generation.African players are increasingly making their mark on the European…

Meghan delights locals as she poses for selfies on 'quasi-royal' African tour while Prince Harry enjoys volleyball with wounded

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The visit - which has become a royal tour in all but name - is part of Harry's Invictus Game project and he delighted onlookers when he took part in a game.

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Madica Fuels African Startup Growth with First Investments

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Madica, an investment program tailored for pre-seed African startups, has announced its inaugural set of investments in three promising companies. In alignment with its mandate, each startup has received up to $200,000 in funding and…

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“We Africans don’t even know who we are and our history is written by the whitęman to make us feel inferior. Do you mean

amebo9ja.com

“We Africans don’t even know who we are and our history is written by the whitęman to make us feel inferior. Do you mean to

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Top ten African currencies compared to US dollar

thenationonlineng.net

Africa is the world’s second-largest and second-most populous continent, known for its diverse cultures, landscapes, and wildlife. It’s home to some of the oldest civilisations, stunning natural wonders like the...

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TIBA rebrands, reiterates commitment to promoting African brands

tribuneonlineng.com

Tribune Online; TIBA rebrands, reiterates commitment to promoting African brands

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Pan-African group advocates Visa-free movement

sundiatapost.com

ABUJA (SUNDIATA POST)- The Africans Rising Movement, has called on African Governments to work towards ensuring a Visa-Free Movement, one currency and one passport, to facilitate regional integration and development. Ms Ann Lorna, the…

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NIDCOM seeks strategic Diaspora relations in more African countries

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The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has applauded the Zambian government for taking the bold step in diaspora engagements; just as she seeks strategic Diaspora relations …

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African Development Bank, invest in Africa strategise for inclusive growth

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To provide livelihood opportunities and empower marginalised and vulnerable groups in Ghana and Senegal, the African Development Bank (ADB) and Invest in Africa have jointly launched the MicroGREEN.

Friday, May 10

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Social media users claim Prince Harry looks like African royalty as he accepts picture of Princess Diana

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex took Nigeria by storm today, posing for selfies, playing with children and being mobbed by fans as they kicked off their tour.

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Sweet moment Prince Harry is gifted portrait of Diana holding him as a child during visit to Nigeria 34 years after his mother also went to African country

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Harry and Meghan arrived in Nigeria this morning for their three-day private tour after flying into Abuja together following a secret reunion in London.

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African leaders rally for affordable fertiliser amidst Linturi ouster

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They underscored the need to revive the nutritional balance of the continent's exhausted soils

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Mohammed Kudus commends African legends for paving way for others to play in Europe

footballghana.com

West Ham United winger, Mohammed Kudus, has commended African greats who played in Europe and paved the way for others like him to get the opportunity.The 23-year-old reveals he aims to do same anytime he steps on the football pitch and…

Sabrina Elba Opens Up About A-Beauty Skin Care Line S’Able Labs: “African Ingredients Are So Powerful”

Growing up, like many teenagers, UN Goodwill Ambassador and entrepreneur Sabrina Elba suffered from acne and post-inflammatory skin hyperpigmentation. With a condition that causes dark spots where active red acne pimples once were, she…