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Lionel Scaloni expressed sympathy for Lionel Messi as the Argentina captain marked another year away from his kin on his birthday. Turning 37 this Monday, Messi and his comrades gear up to continue their title fight in the Copa America against Chile come Tuesday. The champs initiated their quest with a 2-0 win against Canada, then honored their leader with a festive cake. Over on Instagram, Messi penned, "Heartfelt thanks for the well-wishes! Celebrating with the squad as my birthday aligns with national duty, prepping…

JIGJIGA, Ethiopia (AX) — Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC is spreading its wings in the Somali region, rolling out network services and launching community projects with a nod from local authorities. At a recent meet in Jigjiga, CEO Wim Vanhelleputte of Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC, and Vice-President Ibrahim Ousman Farah of the Somali Regional State, ironed out plans for more network sites. The aim? Better coverage throughout the Somali region. Farah pledged to back these efforts. Jigjiga, the…