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Vatican report on abuse reveals challenges, including taboos
A large part of the report is devoted to a meticulous and critical study of the practices of the Church in Italy, a country that serves as a testing ground for measuring progress and resistance in the fight against abuse. Experts from this body,...
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The Black Girl’s Guide To Travel: 9 Stunning Photos Of Karma Bridges Living Her Best Life In Gabon
If you’ve ever had any curiosity about the world, it’s easy to understand how a place, one so different from everything you know and love, could feel like home even before you set foot on its soil. For Karma Bridges, daughter of rap star Ludacris,...
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Ranked: The World’s Oldest People in History
Mapped: Life Expectancy Around the World (2025) This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Monaco has the...
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I Don’t Want Nigeria To Qualify For 2026 World Cup –South Africa Sports Minister
South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has said he does not want Nigeria’s Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. McKenzie was reacting to the role Nigeria played in his Bafana Bafana’s complicated...
What the Rich Kids of Instagram did next: They were the wealthy brats who invented influencer culture - but 10 years on, dark truths have emerged about their glossy lifestyles
They flushed Rolexes down the toilet and smashed up supercars for fun. Private jet was their favourite mode of transport and they mocked 'peasants' who couldn't afford their lifestyle. The Rich Kids of Instagram may have been obnoxious, but...
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Gabon Holds Final Post-Coup Elections
Gabon held local and legislative elections on Saturday, marking the final stage of the political transition that began with the August 2023 coup, which ended the Bongo family’s 55-year rule. Approximately 900,000 registered voters cast ballots to...
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Gabon awaits results in its first legislative and local elections after the 2023 military coup
LIBREVILLE, Gabon (AP) — The oil-rich central African nation of Gabon on Saturday voted in the country’s first legislative and local elections since a 2023 military coup ended a 50-year-old political dynasty. More than 900,000 Gabonese are...
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Gabon awaits results in its first legislative and local elections after the 2023 military coup
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LIBREVILLE, Gabon — The oil-rich central African nation of Gabon on Saturday voted in the country's first legislative and local elections since a 2023 military coup ended a 50-year-old political dynasty. More than 900,000 Gabonese are eligible to...
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Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Saturday, 18th October, 2025
Good morning, Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Saturday, 18th October, 2025. A senior adviser to U.S President, Donald Trump, on Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, has dismissed...
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Gabon awaits results in its first legislative and local elections after the 2023 military...
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Gen. Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema had toppled President Ali Bongo Ondimba, who was accused of irresponsible governance, and in April, won the presidential election that signaled a return to constitutional democracy. Polls closed on Saturday...
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Today in Africa — October 17, 2025: Deadly Stampede at Raila Odinga’s Funeral, Madagascar’s Coup Leader Sworn In, and Nigeria Pushes Back on U.S. ‘Genocide’ Claims
NEWS OkayAfrica has scoured the internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. Two people were killed during a stampede at the funeral of Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, which was held at Nyayo Stadium on October 17,...
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Indonesia trains African sailors to boost global maritime influence
..we are building political engagement with African countries, so we will also have stronger support within the IMO from those countries,Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation is training dozens of sailors from 13 West and...
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UK government signals climbdown on Islamophobia rule
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The British government has been urged to be “bold and brave” in outlawing Islamophobia after it signalled that it would back down on the proposal. With almost two out of five religious hate crimes committed against Muslims in Britain there has...
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Côte d’Ivoire vote relevant for region
Poised to win: Côte d’Ivoire, under President Alassane Ouattara, has the potential to play a stabilising and mediating role. He has excelled in linking economic development to political stability. Photo: Supplied Political success is closely...
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What’s in the Vatican’s 2nd global child protection report?
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors released its second annual global child protection report Thursday, underlining the need for reparations, sanctions for abusers, and clear communication when bishops resign after mishandling...
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Trump goes scorched earth on ‘failing’ UN in speech blasting immigration, ‘world ending’ nukes & ‘sharia law’ in LONDON
DONALD Trump went scorched earth on the "failing" United Nations during his fiery speech to the world leaders in New York. The US president returned to the 80th UN General Assembly for the first time in five years to outline his "vision for the...
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How Nigeria Qualified For CAF Africa Playoffs From The Most Competitive Group
I have been worried about the skewed narratives about Nigeria’s Super Eagles qualification for the FIFA World Cup Africa playoff tournament in Morocco next month. Most of these ignorant statements and misinformation have come from African...
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Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej Welcomes Nigeria First Lady at the 7th Edition of Their First Ladies Initiative Summit to Discuss Their Joint Programs to Build Healthcare Capacity, Break Infertility Stigma and Support Girl Education
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India & Abuja, Nigeria – Business Wire India Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It was inaugurated...
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BEAC raises liquidity injection to CFA750bn as banks seek more
(Business in Cameroon) - The Bank of Central African States (BEAC), the monetary authority for the six CEMAC countries (Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Chad, and the Central African Republic), has once again set a record by raising its...
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Africa’s Longest Serving Presidents: A Legacy of Power and Politics
Africa’s Longest Serving Presidents: A Legacy of Power and Politics Africa has witnessed the rise and reign of numerous leaders who have left an indelible mark on the continent’s history. Here’s a look at some of Africa’s longest-serving...
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