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BBC Africa Eye identified Kenyan security forces responsible for shooting unarmed anti-tax protesters at parliament last June. Despite constitutional rights to peaceful protest, no accountability or public report has been issued. BBC’s analysis of images and videos revealed fatal shots traced back to a police officer and a soldier. Detailed timeline of events provided by BBC Africa Eye.
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BBC News

Massive explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaee port kills 25, injures 800. Blast destroys buildings, cars, felt up to 50km away. Six people missing. Videos show fire leading to huge explosion, people fleeing and injured on roads. Witnesses describe chaos and destruction.
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CNN

Pope Francis’ funeral held in St. Peter’s Square, attended by tens of thousands. The first Latin American pope passed away at 88 earlier in the week. The ceremony, marked by simplicity and pageantry, was mostly outdoors under bright sunshine. Cardinals were present at the event.
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BusinessTech

Bowmans experts analyze new Employment Equity Regulations in South Africa, setting racial and gender targets for businesses by 2030. Targets aim to reflect country’s demographics. ‘Designated employers’ with over 50 employees must comply. Legal experts provide steps for compliance with affirmative action obligations.
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BBC News

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal charges for fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York. The 26-year-old faces murder and stalking charges, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty if convicted. Mangione appeared in court in prison attire, acknowledging the indictment and entering a plea of “Not guilty.”
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IOL News

Candidates from minority parties will compete for the mayorship of Johannesburg this weekend. Al-Jama-ah’s Kabelo Gwamanda and Cope’s Colleen Makhubele are front-runners. ANC likely supports Gwamanda due to his experience. AIC’s Margret Arnolds is also in the race but lacks support. Arnolds, a human rights activist, has a long political career and journalism background.
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EWN

President Cyril Ramaphosa will address a Freedom Day rally in Mpumalanga under the theme of unity and resilience for defending freedom and democracy. The day commemorates South Africa’s first democratic elections in 1994. This year marks the first Freedom Day after the formation of the country’s first national coalition government, signifying a shift in power from the ANC.
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BBC News

Ukrainian President Zelensky and US President Trump met at St Peter’s Basilica before Pope Francis’ funeral. The White House called the 15-minute meeting “very productive,” while Zelensky described it as “very symbolic” with historic potential. Trump had mentioned progress in Russia-Ukraine talks the day before.
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BBC News

Former clients worldwide express disappointment after paying Canadian tech entrepreneur Josh Adler’s company ConvrtX up to $245,000 for start-up help but not receiving expected websites and apps. Allegations of non-delivery and soliciting more money persist despite legal denial. ConvrtX, founded in 2019, touts itself as a successful venture studio aiding over 700 entrepreneurs.
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The Athletic

Barcelona wins Copa del Rey, Real Madrid runners-up. Rudiger faces ban for bottle-throwing incident. Madrid players receive medals as tensions ease at Cartuja stadium.
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