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Africa CDC Supports the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Strengthening Transparency and Accountability in Ebola Response Funding

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Kinshasa — The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) welcomes and supports the position of the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, expressed through the Ministry of Public Health, Hygiene and Social Welfare, to strengthen transparency, traceability and accountability in the management of resources mobilised for the Ebola response. This…

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Southern Africa: Upholding Information Integrity and Democratic Resilience in Southern Africa

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Addressing information disorder requires sustained capacity-building and regional cooperation, as exemplified by initiatives such as MISA’s Connected Media, Informed Citizens project, which supports journalists and citizens in combating disinformation. This year’s global theme for the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) 2026, Upholding information integrity in the Digital Age: The role of access…

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Africa: Money, Disinformation Threaten Africa’s Democratic Gains – NPC

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The Chairman of the National Peace Council (NPC), Bishop Emanuel Kofi Fianu, has warned that the growing commercialisation of politics, misuse of technology and restrictions on civic participation could undermine democratic gains in Africa. He said electoral integrity and democratic stability across the continent were under increasing pressure from political money, disinformation and shrinking civic…

House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming opposition from Democratic leaders

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Washington — A sweeping Russia sanctions bill overcame opposition in the House on Wednesday, after many Democrats expressed concern that it would expand President Trump’s tariff authorities. The House passed the bill in a 262 to 159 vote on the final day that the lower chamber is in session before lawmakers leave Washington until after…

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Africa: Second Meeting of the Ihr Emergency Committee On the Epidemic of Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo – Temporary Recommendations

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On 18 August 2026, the Emergency Committee regarding the epidemic of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo met for the second time to reassess the situation, in line with International Health Regulations (2005). The Director-General, considering the advice of the Committee, issued the following updated temporary recommendations for States Parties….

Wisconsin Democratic governor primary too close to call between Crowley, Hong

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IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Sen. Amy Klobuchar to face Lisa Demuth in Minnesota gubernatorial general election 01:50 Now Playing Wisconsin Democratic governor primary too close to call between Crowley, Hong 02:50 UP NEXT Larson, Bronin speak to voters after Bronin’s win in Connecticut House…

Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Democratic Senate primary

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Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., are the Democratic Senate candidates from Michigan. Getty Images Abdul El-Sayed, the progressive, anti-establishment Democrat running for Senate in Michigan, defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in one of the most closely watched and impactful primary elections of the 2026 midterms. El-Sayed beat Stevens by 1 percentage point as…

Transcript: Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Aug. 2, 2026

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The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on Aug. 2, 2026. MARGARET BRENNAN: We turn now to Arizona Democratic Senator Mark Kelly, who joins us from Columbus, Ohio, this morning. Good morning to you, Senator. SENATOR MARK KELLY:…

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Southern Africa: SADC, AU and Botswana Co-Host High-Level Harmonisation Meeting to Promote Peace Initiatives in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC), the African Union (AU) and the Government of Botswana co-hosted the High-Level Harmonisation Meeting of the AU Panel of Facilitators and the Independent Joint Secretariat (IJS) on the peace process for the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in Gaborone, Botswana, from 24 to 26 July 2026. The meeting…

Shenna Bellows drops out of Maine’s Senate race as Troy Jackson builds Democratic support

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SANFORD, Maine — Former state Senate President Troy Jackson is racking up support to become Maine’s next Democratic Senate nominee, with one of his top opponents, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, ending her campaign on Sunday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “Donald Trump’s attacks…