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Multiple boat accidents in Congo and Ivory Coast have resulted in over 200 deaths, mostly due to overloading, improper navigation, and wildlife encounters. Rescue efforts are ongoing amid concerns over safety standards and remote locations complicating response efforts. The incidents highlight ongoing risks in river transport in the region.
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Recent attacks in Niger and Mali highlight rising militant activity. In Niger, an ambush targeted a military patrol in Tillabéri, linked to Islamic State affiliates. Mali faces a fuel blockade by JNIM, disrupting imports and regional stability. These events reflect growing insurgency in the Sahel region.
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England became the first European team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, with other teams from Africa, Asia, and Oceania also securing spots. Forty-three teams will qualify through continental tournaments, with two more in intercontinental playoffs scheduled for March. The three host nations qualify automatically.
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Cameroon's presidential election has led to protests, accusations of vote tampering, and a unilateral declaration of victory by opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary. The official results are pending, with President Paul Biya expected to secure another term amid unrest and allegations of irregularities.
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Cameroon’s President Paul Biya begins an eighth term amid protests and allegations of electoral fraud, while Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan is re-elected in a vote marked by repression and opposition disqualification. Both countries face international criticism over democratic processes and human rights abuses.
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Mali faces escalating insecurity as jihadist groups, notably JNIM, intensify attacks, impose fuel blockades, and cause regional refugee flows. Despite government claims of mitigation, insurgents expand into neighboring Ivory Coast, worsening economic and humanitarian conditions amid regional instability.