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Several hurt in Kenya stadium crush ahead of Ruto swearing-in
Several hurt in Kenya stadium crush ahead of Ruto swearing-in
by  AFP

Several people were injured on Tuesday as crowds tried to force their way into the stadium where Kenya's president-elect William Ruto is to be sworn in, local media reported. By law, Ruto must take the oath of office by 2:00 pm (1100 GMT) on Tuesday, five weeks to the day since the August 9 election that saw him clinch a narrow win over his rival Raila Odinga. ho/txw/yad

ICC orders reparation review in DR Congo warlord case
ICC orders reparation review in DR Congo warlord case
by  AFP

The International Criminal Court on Monday ordered the review of a $30 million reparation package for victims of DR Congo warlord Bosco Ntaganda, saying the number eligible for compensation was absolutely unclear. Last year the Hague-based court awarded $30 million (29.6 million euros) in reparations including for victims of crimes by child soldiers, rape and sexual slavery.

Uganda lifts ban on 'immoral' music festival
Uganda lifts ban on 'immoral' music festival
by  AFP

Uganda said on Monday it would allow a popular music festival to go ahead this month, reversing a ban imposed over claims the event promoted sex, homosexuality and drug use. Last week, Uganda's parliament banned the event for the second time since 2018, saying it "promotes a lot of immorality".

Liberian officials resign after US corruption allegations
Liberian officials resign after US corruption allegations
by  AFP

Liberian President George Weah on Monday accepted the resignations of three close allies after the United States last month accused them of corruption, the office of the presidency said Monday. They formally tendered their resignations on Monday.

Fiji dazzle to beat New Zealand in World Cup Sevens final
Fiji dazzle to beat New Zealand in World Cup Sevens final
by  AFP

Olympic champions Fiji turned on a dazzling display to win the Rugby World Cup Sevens after emphatic victories against Australia and New Zealand at the Cape Town Stadium on Sunday. Fiji overwhelmed Australia 38-14 in the semi-finals before romping to a 29-12 win over New Zealand in the final.