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Seven killed in helicopter crash at Mt Ololokwe in Samburu

A subsequent police account described the light helicopter, locally referred to as “Lady Lorry”, as having been flying between Soyian, also known as Suiyan, in Laikipia County, and Loisaba Conservancy…

  • Seven people killed in helicopter crash near Mount Ololokwe
  • Eurocopter EC130 B4 aircraft from Soyian to Loisaba Conservancy
  • Investigation led by Ministry of Roads and Transport's AAID

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Water conflict around the German capital

Though the German state of Brandenburg that wraps around Berlin is getting drier, it is also home to thirsty industrial plants such as Tesla, Red Bull. Is there enough water to go around?

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Liberia: Liberia Agrees to Receive 1,200 U.S. Deportees

[Liberian Observer] EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is the full text of a statement issued by the Government of Liberia announcing an arrangement with the United States to receive up to 1,200…

  • Liberia agrees to receive up to 1,200 U.S. deportees.
  • First batch of 20 persons to arrive on August 20, 2026.
  • Arrangement aims for dignified, safe, and timely transfer.

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Chad: Chad's Quiet Return to French Military Support

[ISS] Chad's rapprochement clashes with its recent emphasis on national sovereignty and risks reviving insecurity among neighbours and disillusionment at home.

  • Chad resumes military cooperation with France after 2024 hiatus.
  • Renewed partnership driven by shared Sahel security interests.
  • France to deploy 600 troops, down from previous 2,300 presence.
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