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The death toll from two landslides in southern Ethiopia rose to at least 229, a local official in the remote Gofa Zone said on Tuesday, as the search for survivors continued into the second day. The landslides occurred on Sunday evening and Monday morning in a remote mountainous region after heavy rains.

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The desperate search for survivors of a landslide in southern Ethiopia continued on Tuesday. At least 229 people have been killed, swept away in its path on Monday. Also, in the wake of over six weeks of anti-government protests in Kenya, scores of people are arrested in neighbouring Uganda as police cracked down on young people who defied a ban and marched against state corruption. Finally, we hear from Sudanese analyst Omar Digna about why a multitude of mediation attempts in the conflict have failed so far. 

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When South Sudan’s young basketball team took to the court for an exhibition game against America’s basketball royalty, there were few expectations that they could hold on against the likes of LeBron James and Stephen Curry. Then they lost by just one point, 101-100, stunning not only their loyal followers, but also the team’s players, who had grown up revering the N.B.A. stars.The South Sudanese will face the United States again Wednesday, this time at the Paris Olympics, and with the Americans now on notice, the odds are distinctly against the African team. But for many of their fans in…

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West Beach Parks unveils new $2.9 million community square and play space. Work is about to commence on The Square, a new community space that will provide facilities for community recreation and play and will include a kiosk, playground, shelter, and other amenities. Designed by Studio Nine Architects, The Square at West Beach Parks is being developed and funded by West Beach Parks, supported by a $1.45m State Government grant under the Planning and Development Fund. Located along the coastline at West Beach Park, the site will be re-established with natural vegetation and will allow the local and broader community…

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Designing a stylish bedroom is essential for creating a tranquil and inviting space that reflects your style and promotes relaxation. From selecting the perfect color scheme and furniture pieces to incorporating unique decor elements, there are countless ways to elevate the design of your bedroom. This article will delve into the key principles and tips for designing a stylish bedroom that exudes sophistication and comfort. Whether you prefer a modern minimalist aesthetic or a more traditional and opulent look, we will provide the essential guidance to help you transform your bedroom into a stylish sanctuary. Join us as we explore…

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Remaining US troops stationed in Niger’s Agadez drone base in the north will leave the country by early August, according to a US commander. Niger’s junta, who seized power in a coup last year, has demanded that US and French anti-jihadist forces leave the country. French troops have since December completed their withdrawal.   Issued on: 24/07/2024 – 16:19 1 min The US troop withdrawal from Niger, as demanded by the West African country’s military regime, will be completed in early August, a US general said Wednesday.”The withdrawal is going well,” General Kenneth Ekman, US commander for Africa, told reporters…

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Four opposition ministers are amongst Kenya’s newly reformed cabinet. President William Ruto has invited them to be part of his national unity government as he scrambles to ease a crisis that forced him to sack almost his entire cabinet earlier this month. All four are leading figures in Raila Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), the main party in the Azimio opposition coalition. Their inclusion is in response to weeks of youth-led, nationwide anti-government protests. 

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Back to homepage / Shows / Eye on Africa Issued on: 30/07/2024 – 22:31Modified: 30/07/2024 – 22:34 11:49 To display this content from , you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement. Accept Manage my choices Algeria pulls its ambassador to France after paris throws is support behind Morocco’s stalled plan to establish limited autonomy for Western Sahara. The move puts France at odds with Algiers which backs Polisario front separatists demanding full independence. Also, the borr plummets as Ethiopia floats the currency to unlock a multibillion dollar loan fro the IMF. The country’s been chasing a difficult path to…

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Lunar Landing Cafe in Brompton has out of this world desserts that kids (and adults!) will love. Located in the back streets of Brompton, Lunar Landing is a popular new cafe and with good reason – their cakes and desserts look amazing and taste amazing too. There’s plenty to choose from, and you’ll want to order a drink here too. The hot chocolate not only looks impressive, it’s one of the best hot chocolates we’ve tasted and it’s perfect for kids. Lunar Landing’s signature dessert is the Full Moon, a cake filled with guava mousse, hawthorn berries and almond sponge.…

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