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Towards a people-centred police force
Blueprint Newspapers Limited
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July 4, 2025
The federal government is on a mission to reform the Nigeria Police Force for better service delivery in order to make it people-centric. SUNNY IDACHABA writes on the efforts in the light of the poor perception of Nigerians about the institution....
Why Germany’s border gambit threatens the EU’s asylum rule book
The Times
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At the hamlet of Lubieszyn, next to the red and white-striped pillars that mark the Polish side of the frontier with Germany, volunteers in high-vis jackets stop passing cars and check for migrants.At another border crossing near by, a gazebo...
Nigeria’s Detty December
Independent (Uganda)
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July 4, 2025
Started as a Nigerian cultural moment, it’s spreading across the continent – and minting money FEATURE | NNAMDI O.MADICHIE, MOTSHEDISI MATHIBE & NOBULALI DANGAZELE | Every December in Nigeria and Ghana a giant party takes place, unfolding in a...
What Foreign Aid Cuts Mean for the World’s Worst Displacement Crisis
Foreign Policy
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July 2, 2025
Welcome to Foreign Policy’s Africa Brief. The highlights this week: Sudanese refugees face worsening hunger amid unprecedented aid cuts, analysts remain skeptical of the new peace deal between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, and...
Speech by her Excellency Dr Fatoumata Jahumpa-Ceesay
The Standard Gambia
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June 30, 2025
- Advertisement - High Commissioner of the Republic of The Gambia to South Africa Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit 25 June 2025 | Midrand, South Africa Honourable Ministers, Distinguished Industry Leaders, Esteemed Development Partners,...
Keir Starmer's migration plan is rubbish - and one shocking graph proves it
Daily Express
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July 4, 2025
A shocking graph proves Sir Keir Starmer's plan to reduce the number of migrants arriving on small boats isn't working. Analysis shows the number of crossings in the year since Labour swept to power rose 40% compared to former prime minister Rishi...
A Port, A Pipeline, and a Future Rewritten: How Ethiopia’s Hidden Rivers Can Transform the Horn of Africa
Zehabesha
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July 3, 2025
A Port, A Pipeline, and a Future Rewritten: How Ethiopia’s Hidden Rivers Can Transform the Horn of Africa In the rugged embrace of Ethiopia’s eastern highlands, rivers like the Genale-Dawa surge relentlessly to nowhere — vanishing into dry...
Why Flying Can Be Good For Climate Change And Local Economies
Forbes
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Young Asian woman carrying suitcase, walking by the window at airport terminal.getty Has flying become the ultimate climate sin? Air travel is often cast as a scapegoat when it comes to tourism, but the numbers may tell a different story. Only 11%...
Remembering Sebastião Salgado, world builder, photographer of collective humanity and prophet of possibility
The Art Newspaper
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July 4, 2025
There was something almost mystical about the way Sebastião Salgado held his camera. Not like a tool, but like a prayer—an instrument of communion between the seen and unseen worlds that shape our collective humanity. When the legendary Brazilian...
10 best cities in Africa to live, work and explore in 2025
Techpoint Africa
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July 2, 2025
Africa is home to some of the world’s most dynamic, beautiful, and fast-evolving cities. From tech-driven capitals to laid-back coastal gems, these destinations offer more than just a place to stay. Each city featured here stands out for something...
Amid global trade uncertainty, the PM has shifted his language on the US alliance
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 4, 2025
The European Union's leadership has been meeting, at length, with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Brussels this week, talking about trade and issues like Ukraine, ahead of an EU-China summit later this month. At the same time, the EU's members...
TAP brings samba beat to the UK with Brazil fares promotion
Breaking Travel News
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June 19, 2025
Travellers flying with TAP Air Portugal can dance to the samba beat on the beaches of São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro for less following the launch of the airline’s latest fares promotion. Portugal’s flag carrier has introduced a limited-time...
Chaos on French shores as 'people trafficker' is seen WHIPPING terrified migrants as they scramble to board boat bound for the UK
Daily Mail
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July 2, 2025
Migrants were whipped by apparent people smugglers and a desperate mother with a baby hauled onto a dinghy amid extraordinary out-of-control scenes in France this morning. The Mail beat French police to the shore at small-boat hotspot Gravelines...
Day 1 ILTM Asia Pacific: Breakfast, breathing and exploring new boundaries
Travel Weekly
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July 1, 2025
Day 1 of the International Luxury Travel Market Asia Pacific started with flat whites, breakfast treats, deep breathing and bit of mediation, then once on the floor, there was a wealth of ideas, innovations and insights for the travel industry at...
New book on Maggy Barankitse is a portrait of a humanitarian rising from the ashes
Religion News Service
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July 3, 2025
(RNS) — A few humanitarians have become household names: Mother Teresa, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Mahatma Gandhi. Maggy Barankitse is another — not nearly as well known, but driven by fighting injustice and a theological vision to make the world...
A Year of Keir: Month-by-month, the changing face of PM Starmer
LBC
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4 July 2025, 07:24 | Updated: 4 July 2025, 08:10 Picture: Getty Images By Lucy Harvey, Danielle de Wolfe and Alice Padgett As Sir Keir Starmer rounds off his first turbulent year in power today, LBC takes a look at the changing face of the Prime...
Why major hotels are growing their presence in Africa
Hotel Management Network
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July 3, 2025
Africa is emerging as one of the most dynamic regions attracting major hotel chains seeking growth opportunities. Over recent years, well-known brands like Hilton, Marriott, Radisson Blu, and Hyatt have significantly ramped up their presence on...
TRUMP-MENTUM: From Iran To Big, Beautiful Bill, Prez Scores Landmark Victories In Past Two Weeks
Daily Wire
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July 3, 2025
President Donald Trump has scored some of the biggest wins of his administration in the past two weeks to be capped with what may be his signature legislative win of his second term. Congress passed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” on Thursday,...
The push to return Formula 1 to African soil is accelerating
Independent (Uganda)
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July 3, 2025
An aerial view showcasing the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. Photo courtesy: Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit Multiple African nations are actively pursuing Formula 1 hosting rights, from South Africa’s upgraded Kyalami circuit to Morocco’s high-tech plans...
African countries without a functional national airline as of June 2025
Business Insider Africa
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July 3, 2025
Emirates instantly brings the UAE to mind, and Qantas proudly flies as 'The Spirit of Australia. These national carriers are symbols of national pride, identity, and ambition. But while many countries have them, some African countries are still...