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47 aspirants file nominations for NPP 2026 national officers elections

By Amoako Kwame Forty-seven aspirants have successfully filed their nominations to contest the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2026 National Officers Elections, paving the way for the next stage of the…

  • 47 individuals submitted nominations for NPP 2026 National Officers Elections.
  • Bernard Antwi Boasiako withdrew as candidate for National Chairperson.
  • Vetting process begins August 31 and ends September 3.

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Conservation without inclusion: Why iSimangaliso protests reflect a governance crisis

The fever tree felling, fence cutting and road blockades at iSimangaliso are not random acts of criminality but an explosive symptom of a failed co‑management deal: communities forcibly removed and…

  • Protests at iSimangaliso Wetland Park reflect a broken co-management agreement.
  • Communities demand better benefit sharing, compensation and decision-making rights.
  • Issues include resource access, consultation, and top-down governance.

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Ndindi Nyoro calls for action against security officials after Migori chaos against Orengo

Kiharu Member of Parliament (MP) Ndindi Nyoro has condemned political violence witnessed in Migori on Saturday, August 28, 2026, calling for accountability among security officials and urging Kenyans…

  • Violence erupted during political activities in Homa Bay and Migori on August 28, 2026.
  • Nyoro urges Kenyans to reject ethnic politics, promote unity ahead of 2027 General Election.

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At least 7 die in ferry capsize off Northern Cyprus

At least seven people have died as a passenger ferry capsized off Northern Cyprus on Sunday, Turkish state media reported. A local official told AFP the ferry has “completely sunk to a depth of 514 metres”, while another local official said seven people had died.

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Lagos, Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA move to tackle illegal space encroachment

The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Informal Space Management Authority (LASISMA) and the Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has moved to tackle illegal encroachment…

  • Lagos State Govt partners Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA to tackle illegal space encroachment
  • Authority's Daisi Oso briefed on mandate, responsibilities, collaboration importance
  • Seven-day ultimatum issued for occupants around public institutions to vacate

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WATCH: Likud compares anti-Netanyahu campaigners to school bullies in new election video

The campaign video's release comes following a KAN News report on Wednesday that Netanyahu is struggling to win back the seats his party lost in recent polls.

  • Likud Party compares anti-Netanyahu campaigners to school bullies in new election video
  • Mother discards anti-Netanyahu posters after learning child is bullied at school
  • Likud urges voters to support Netanyahu and Likud in upcoming October election

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Kagawa Governor Ikeda Certain to Win Re-election

Tokyo, Aug. 30 (Jiji Press)--Toyohito Ikeda, governor of Kagawa Prefecture, western Japan, is certain to secure re-election in Sunday's gubernatorial poll, which was held due to the expiration of his…

  • Toyohito Ikeda, 65, to win re-election as Kagawa Governor.
  • Independent candidate backed by LDP and opposition parties.
  • Focus on supporting families and businesses won voter support.

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Orange Farm residents concerned about crime and unemployment

Ramaphosa says crime and unemployment remain the two biggest concerns raised by residents

  • Crime and unemployment top concerns for Orange Farm residents
  • ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses community policing needs
  • Residents praise service delivery improvements, express unemployment worries

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Iceland Voters Reject Resuming EU Membership Talks in Referendum

Iceland voters have rejected a government-backed referendum to reopen European Union membership talks, broadcaster RUV reported on Sunday, Aug. 30. The “no” campaign successfully argued that joining the EU would jeopardize the island’s sovereignty and vital fishing waters, countering arguments that membership would ease high interest…

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