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DRC Outbreaks: 431 Illnesses, 53 Deaths, Cause Unknown

Two outbreaks in remote villages of the Democratic Republic of Congo's Equatoria Province have caused 431 illnesses and 53 deaths as of February 16th; the cause is unknown but tests for Ebola and Marburg were negative.

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Mali: New Taxes Amidst Rising Government Spending Spark Public Outcry

The Malian government announced new taxes on mobile phone and alcohol to fund state expenses, especially energy, but this decision sparked controversy due to simultaneous significant budget increases for various state institutions, including a 45% rise in the National Transition Council's budget and...

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British Businessman Found Murdered in Kenyan Forest

The body of Campbell Scott, a 58-year-old British businessman, was found murdered in Kenya's Makongo forest, a known dumping ground for corpses; two suspects have been arrested.

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Spanish Ex-Mayor Murdered: Economic Motives Investigated

Former mayor of Gandia, Spain, Arturo Torró Chisvert, was found murdered on Wednesday near his wife's car on the A-38 highway; the investigation is focusing on economic motives, considering his past business dealings and financial difficulties.

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Wounded DRC Soldiers Evacuated to Rwanda

Approximately 200 wounded soldiers from South Africa, Malawi, and Tanzania serving in the DRC's SAMIDRC mission were transported from Goma, DRC, across the border into Rwanda for medical treatment and repatriation, highlighting the ongoing conflict and its strain on foreign military personnel.

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British Businessman Murdered in Kenya

Campbell Scott, a 58-year-old British businessman, was found murdered near Nairobi, Kenya, on February 18, his body discovered by a cattle herder; two suspects are in custody.

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UK suspends aid to Rwanda over DRC rebel support

The UK government has suspended aid to Rwanda and will no longer attend events hosted by its government due to Rwanda's support for the M23 rebel group in the DRC, which recently occupied Goma and Bukavu, prompting the UK to threaten sanctions and review export licenses for the Rwandan Defence Force...

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Congo Illness Outbreak: 53 Dead, WHO Declares Significant Public Health Threat

Over 50 people have died in the Democratic Republic of Congo from a mysterious illness, with 419 cases recorded as of Monday. The World Health Organization considers it a significant public health threat; however, experts believe the risk to Australia is low.

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DRC Mpox Outbreak Worsens Amidst Conflict and U.S. Aid Freeze

The Democratic Republic of Congo's mpox outbreak worsens due to the combined effects of the M23 rebel group's takeover of Goma and a U.S. aid freeze, disrupting monitoring, treatment, and containment efforts, potentially leading to a broader outbreak.

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Climate Change Buries Ancient Saharan City

In Mauritania, the ancient city of Chinguetti, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is being buried by encroaching desert sands due to climate change, forcing residents to abandon their homes and jeopardizing its historical libraries.

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DRC's Former First Lady Faces Scrutiny Amidst Charitable Efforts

Olive Lembe Kabila, former first lady of the DRC, is lauded for extensive charitable work, but criticized by the government for potentially neglecting public welfare during her husband's presidency; her future political ambitions remain uncertain.

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DRC Disease Outbreak: 53 Dead Within 48 Hours

A mysterious disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 53 people within 48 hours of symptom onset since January 21, with 419 total cases recorded; initial tests rule out Ebola and Marburg, while some samples were positive for malaria.

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