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Copper cables and several accessories were stolen from a photovoltaic farm in Saint-Pierre, Mauritius, causing estimated losses of 673,000 rupees, excluding 25,000 rupees in property damage. The theft is believed to have taken place between 15 and 28 September 2026 despite the presence of cameras and guards, according to the complaint.
Source: Ionnews
The Seychelles government has received a donation from Russia comprising food, books and several items of medical equipment. The Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation does not specify the value or date of the handover, but confirms the humanitarian and documentary nature of this public assistance.
Source: Sbc
The Indian Embassy organised several events in Djibouti dedicated to gastronomy, music, language, traditions and Ayurveda. The series included a food festival, the celebration of Hindi Diwas and a day dedicated to Ayurveda, bringing together the Indian diaspora, according to Lanation.
Source: Lanation
Ethiopian and Tigrayan authorities accuse each other of launching offensives, raising fears of a renewed war in the northern Ethiopian region. The accusations mark a fresh rise in tensions, with no toll or responsibility for the attacks established in the available information.
Source: Nile Post
A Kenyan court fined Kibor, a former official of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, 80,000 shillings for using a fake degree. The ruling provides for eight months in prison if he fails to pay the fine, according to Capitalfm.
Source: Capital FM
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