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[IPS] United Nations -- A new assessment from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) warns that the Ebola outbreak could cost Africa USD 3.6 billion, push 985,000 people into poverty, and put 300,000 jobs at risk.

[Premium Times] The latest crash adds to the growing number of fatal accidents recorded on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria's busiest transport corridors

[The Conversation Africa] In a typical year, scientists discover two or three viruses that have never been seen in people before. The number fluctuates, but the trend has been fairly steady since the 1960s.

[GroundUp] To see this as "voluntary repatriation" is to turn a blind eye to the fear and hurt, says church leader

[Premium Times] For the NYSC to transition into a programme of proper skills tooling and innovation, there is a need to strongly address the government's admission of its failure in education in the country.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Universities' Academic Staff Union (UASU) University of Nairobi Chapter has come out strongly in support of lecturers at Moi University following controversial remarks made by the institution's Acting Vice-Chancellor before Parliament.

[Liberian Investigator] The ongoing investigation into the multi-million-dollar cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport (RIA) has generated fresh questions over why state security investigators have not summoned or questioned relatives and associates who previously stood as guarantors for one of the principal persons of interest, Michael Browne, who authorities say remains at large.

[Capital FM] Thousands of revellers gathered at Ngong Racecourse on Saturday as Millennials Cookout delivered another unforgettable celebration of nostalgia, music, food and culture. Inspired by the golden era of the '90s and early 2000s, this year's edition brought together friends, families and fun-seekers for a vibrant experience that celebrated the moments, music and memories that continue to define a generation.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya held a lengthy political meeting in Kitale lasting nearly 10 hours, emerging with a commitment to work together ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Nile Post] I was scrolling through X when I came across a viral post showing a meeting held on June 30, 2026, between National Media Group's new owner, Rostam Azizi, Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and veteran journalist Andrew Mwenda at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe. Reports suggested that the meeting focused on the closure and possible reopening of Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda.

[Premium Times] In a heartfelt statement shared on his social media page, the veteran Portuguese tactician expressed pride in what his team accomplished during his tenure, while insisting there is still room for greater ambition and progress

[Premium Times] The lawmaker says reforms affecting such a strategic institution should only be undertaken after extensive consultations with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the scheme's contributions to national integration and security are not compromised.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured Kenyans that proceeds from the sale of government assets will not be used to finance recurrent expenditure, saying the funds will instead be invested in infrastructure projects through the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF).

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has assented to the Parliamentary Pensions (Amendment) Act, which provides female Members of Parliament with the same pension, gratuity and dependent coverage as their male counterparts.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has deferred the scheduled judgment in the electoral code case against Kipipiri Member of Parliament Wanjiku Muhia, days after rejecting a challenge against its jurisdiction.

[Premium Times] "We, therefore, use this opportunity to call on President Bola Tinubu and his government to ensure that this matter is no longer swept under the carpet by powerful individuals in and outside of government," one of the lawyers said.

[Premium Times] Police investigation report shows that the police have yet to question the individuals who signed the letters through which Mr Adeyemi penetrated the highest levels of the Nigerian government.

[Nile Post] Police in Kampala have arrested a 53-year-old businesswoman from Mbarara City who allegedly defrauded an unnamed Member of Parliament of shs60 million.

[Leadership] No fewer than 10 persons were killed and six others sustained injuries in a fatal road crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday night.