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Africa: All of Africa Today - October 2, 2026

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Ethiopia and Eritrea have ended their diplomatic ties amid escalating conflict in northern Ethiopia. The African Union and UN have warned of a wider regional crisis and risks to civilians. Kenya's student-led voter registration drive aims to register 2.3 million more young voters. Algeria has approved a death penalty for arson, while Sudan's women's groups report widespread abuse during the conflict. Ebola response in the DRC is hindered by violence and destruction of essential infrastructure.

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