Somalia: At Least 10 Somali Army Recruits Killed in Suicide Attack
[VOA] Somalia's army chief says a suicide bomber Tuesday killed at least 10 recruits and wounded 20 others at a military training school in the capital. The al-Shabab terror group claimed responsibility in a statement and has stepped up attacks ahead of elections expected by the end of July.
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Withdrawal of ‘Termination of Pregnancy Bill’ motion commendable – CSJ
Centre for Solutions Journalism (CSJ) has commended Chairperson for the Parliamentary Committee on Health, Dr Mathew Ngwale, for withdrawing his intention to table the Termination of Pregnancy Bill, saying the decision will provide ample time for stakeholders to continue sensitising and
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Africa: Creating an Africa Ideal for Children
[The Herald] Senior Writer
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Malawi to Punish Diplomats Expelled From South Africa
[Nation] The Malawian diplomats who were declared persona non grata in South Africa will be disciplined in accordance with the provisions of their home country's civil service laws, the government said on Monday.
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Ciara, Russell Wilson officially open Why Not You Academy
Russell Wilson and Ciara are already a power couple due to their mutual accomplishments. But now they have a chance... View Article The post Ciara, Russell Wilson officially open Why Not You Academy appeared first on TheGrio.
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Malawi regrets conduct of diplomats | Malawi 24 - Malawi news
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Malawi says it regrets the conduct of Malawian diplomats who have been given 72 hours to leave South Africa over illegal alcohol trade . In a statement this evening, the Ministry says Government of Malawi has conveyed its regret to the overnment of South Africa
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NIS needs prudent management - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
The National Insurance System pension to which all employed people must compulsorily contribute is the sole income source for many elderly people in TT. It was never intended to be so back in 1971 when the law was passed and the system was being set up. I was on the board of directors and it w
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When enough is not enough - The Times Group Malawi
When Mary Chilenga’s two-year-old daughter persistently fell sick and took so long to recover, she consulted a doctor who shocked her with his diagnosis. Her family of six is one of the most successful in Kasungu North in terms of farming. “That is why when the doctor said my daughter was suffering
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Source: The Times Group Malawi - Breaking news, politics, sports, entertainment and more - The Times Group Malawi
By-election activities have not been suspended—MEC
Pollster, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has said it is still going ahead with preparations for the June 29 by-elections despite a High Court judgement that saw four commissioners being fired for illegal appointment. Last Wednesday, High Court Judge, Kenyatta Nyirenda, argued that the
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Source: Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi
Kenya to Host Women's Afrobasket Qualifiers
[Nation] Blantyre -- It is now official that Kenya will host the Zone Five Afrobasket qualifiers for women in Nairobi from July 26 to 31 after Egypt pulled out last week.
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Africa: Draw for Historic 20th Edition of the Cosafa Cup Set for Thursday
[Cosafa] The draw for the 2021 COSAFA Cup will be staged in host city Nelson Mandela Bay on Thursday, June 17 as preparations for the historic 20th edition of the regional showpiece competition kick into gear.
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Source: allAfrica.com
Dr. Dre & Jimmy Iovine Teaming With LAUSD To Open Possibly The “Coolest High School In America”
Monday (Jun.14), L.A. Unified Superintendent Austin Beutner and Beats By Dre founders Andre "Dr. Dre" Young and Jimmy Iovine announced they are teaming up to launch what could be "the coolest high school in America."
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Source: The Urban Daily
A Community College Helps Support Black Males Attending For First Time
St. Louis Community College (STLCC) at Forest Park in St. Louis is addressing the need to build a bridge of confidence in the classroom through the Black Male Achievers Academy (BMAA).
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Texas mom, son killed on his 17th birthday by husband in murder-suicide
Fort Worth, Texas mother Holly Beverly and her son Titus Atkins were tragically murdered by Beverly’s estranged husband last Tuesday.... View Article The post Texas mom, son killed on his 17th birthday by husband in murder-suicide appeared first on TheGrio.
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Government, Economic Commission for Africa in AfCFTA implementation strategy validation drive
Director of Trade in the Ministry of Trade, Clement Kumbemba says the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has immense opportunities for increasing intra-regional trade, enhancing production, promoting economies of scale, creating jobs, raising incomes and improving the standard of living
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Source: Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi
Controversy over the arrest of an opponent of Paul Kagame in Mozambique | Africanews
"The Mozambican authorities must urgently acknowledge that they are holding Cassien Ntamuhanga, reveal his whereabouts, allow him to consult a lawyer, ensure that his rights are respected and prevent any forced return to Rwanda," HRW said in a statement Tuesday evening.
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"Information key to development:" Mtumodzi, Kazako tell government PROs
Public relations officers (PROs) in various government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) are key to the provision of the right information at the right time to Malawians so that they make informed decisions regarding their participation in development, Director of Information in the
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Father Accepts High School Diploma On Behalf Of Late Son - The Seattle Medium
The Perry family says the graduation ceremony should've been the beginning of their son’s promising future. They say Donald Jr. planned to go to college and major in electrical engineering with a minor in real
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14 students praised for excelling in studies - Barbados Today
By Mark Ince The Combermere School Old Scholars Association (CSOSA) congratulates Combermere students for consistently good performances in Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) exams over the past decade – 2011 to
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Flames off to Tanzania without Mwase | Malawi 24 - Malawi news
The Flames will this afternoon fly out to Dar es Salaam for Sunday’s International friendly match against Tanzania without head coach Meck Mwase. Mwase tested positive to COVID-19 alongside his assistant Lovemore Fazili and defender Peter Cholopi. They are all asymptomatic and have since gone into
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Source: Malawi 24 | Malawi news
This former teacher just became the first openly gay Black man elected to office in Texas - Face2Face Africa
25-year-old Jalen McKee-Rodriguez has a lot to offer the San Antonio City Council in Texas, and his win in the recent District 2 run-off proves the people are ready to give him the platform to do so. McKee-Rodriguez beat his former boss and incumbent Jada Andrews-Sullivan by 1,230 votes to be the
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Govt hails LGAP for improving education governance and learning outcomes in public schools
The Malawi Government has commended Local Government Accountability and Performance Project (LGAP) for contributing to the improvement of education governance and learning outcomes in public primary schools in the country. Deputy Director for Basic Education in the Ministry of Education, Ellen
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Africa: UAE - UN Expert Condemns Long-Term Detention of Human Rights Defenders
[OHCHR] Geneva -- Mr. Mohamed al-Mansoori, Mr. Hassan Mohammed Al-Hammad, Mr. Hadif Rashed Abdullah al-Owais, Mr. Ali Saeed Al-Kindi and Mr. Salim Hamdoon Al-Shahhi are part of the so-called "UAE94", a group of 94 lawyers, human rights defenders and academics who were sentenced to 10 years in
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Source: allAfrica.com
Virgin Islander Nkosi Thomas Charts a Path to Success in Coast Guard
In high school, Nkosi Thomas was unsure of the career path he would take. Now, knowing his path has been a vital part of his career in the U.S. Coast Guard, where he became the first Virgin Islander to captain a cutter into Charlotte Amalie harbor.
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Dr. Dre, Jimmy Iovine to open new magnet high school in Los Angeles - TheGrio
Music moguls Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine are coming together to make highschool cool. The two legends were not fans... View Article The post Dr. Dre, Jimmy Iovine to open new magnet high school in Los Angeles appeared first on TheGrio.
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Jada Pinkett Smith shares unreleased Tupac poem for his 50th birthday
Jada Pinkett Smith hit up social media Tuesday night to remember Tupac Shakur ahead of what would have been the... View Article The post Jada Pinkett Smith shares unreleased Tupac poem for his 50th birthday appeared first on TheGrio.
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Man arrested for sodomising dog
Police in Mzimba have arrested 51-year-old Lewis Mkandawire for allegedly performing a sexual act with a dog. The act of having 'sex' with animals is called bestiality. Mkandawire committed the act on Wednesday, 9th June, 2021. He was caught red handed by a cattle herd boy who was alerted by the
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Source: Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi
NAACP Student Members Can Apply for $15,000 Scholarships Until June 18
The NAACP and SmileDirectClub, a Nashville-based oral care company specializing in teeth-straightening technology, have partnered to offer scholarships to African American and other students of color.
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Favored tobacco ban will hurt local businesses and communities they serve - L.A. Focus News
When Jaklin Java and her brother opened the doors of their C&S Shell gas station and convenience store 17 years ago in Mission Hills, these first-generation Americans fulfilled lifelong dreams of owning a business in California and creating jobs in their new community. Despite increasing resale
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Gen Z’s unique commitment to the promise of Juneteenth has far reaching impact
This Juneteenth, Gen Z’ers – those under 25– are uniquely suited and disproportionately committed to addressing the legacy of slavery... View Article The post Gen Z’s unique commitment to the promise of Juneteenth has far reaching impact appeared first on TheGrio.
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