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The Nation Remembers: Mozambique Declares Mourning for Pope Francis The heart of Mozambique mourns a profound loss following the passing of Pope Francis this past Monday. In recognition of his impactful life and service, the Mozambican government has officially declared a three-day national mourning period. This solemn occasion serves not only as a tribute to the late Pontiff but also as a moment of reflection for a nation that he touched deeply. On Tuesday evening, Planning Minister Salimo Valá addressed journalists in…

Sure, here’s a rewritten version of the given content in a more nuanced and human-like style, while adhering to your specifications: Spain Announces Three-Day Mourning Period Following Devastating Floods In the wake of catastrophic flooding that recently swept through Spain, the nation has plunged into a three-day mourning period to honor the lives lost and those impacted by this calamity. “These floods were not merely an act of nature—they were a harsh reminder of our vulnerabilities,” remarked a local spokesperson. The…

Government pathologist officers walk outside Hillside Endarasha Academy, after a tragic blaze claimed and maimed several students, in Kieni, Nyeri County, Kenya, on September 7th, 2024. Kenya has declared three days of national mourning beginning Monday, following a devastating blaze at a central boarding school that left at least 21 students dead. Heartbroken parents and relatives converged at Naromoru hospital for DNA tests, four days after the fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy rendered some victims unrecognizable. The…

The celebration of Easter was marked in Cameroon by the death of Cardinal Christian Tumi on Saturday, April 3. The believers were moved the day after the man of this important church for the country. as reported from Yaoundé, Polycarp EssombaIt's an Easter Sunday like no other in Yaoundé. Despite the celebration of the rebirth…

National Day of Mourning in Madagascar. Former President Admiral Didier Ratsiraka died on Sunday at the age of 84 at the military hospital in Antananarivo. His relatives indicate that he gave up for cardiac arrest while he had been in hospital since Tuesday for a "routine check-up due to a small flu". Tributes to this symbolic figure in Malagasy political life have followed one another. In a blue suit, the serious face, the current head of state, who had asked for his condolences in the morning on his Facebook page,…

In Senegal, an organized day of mourning and prayer was organized on Friday, March 12, in memory of the victims of the recent protests. Problems that have left 10 dead, government sources, at least 11 according to the protest movement. The Movement for the Defense of Democracy (M2D), which brings together political parties and civil society organizations, especially demands the release of those arrested…

The Ivorian prime minister died on Wednesday, March 10, in Germany, from cancer. Ivorians will be able to pay tribute to him next week in Abidjan and Séguéla. as reported from Abidjan, Pierre PintoThe deadly remains of Hamed Bakayoko will be repatriated this Saturday, March 13, in Côte d'Ivoire at a time yet to be revealed.…

Prime Minister Hamed Bakayoko died in Germany on Wednesday. He was 56 years old and had been in his position for almost eight months. He died of a devastating cancer. In Abobo, astonishment and sadness dominate after the Prime Minister won City Hall in 2018. With our special envoy to the town hall in Abobo, Francois MazetIn…

Somalia announces 3-day state mourning after ex-leader's death MOGADISHU, Somalia - Outgoing Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo has ordered the country's flag flown at half-staff as a sign of respect for former leader Ali Mahdi Mohamed, who died on Wednesday. Farmajo has ordered the country to observe a three-day state of mourning as a result of the death of the fourth…

On the threat of their lives, hundreds of migrants are nonetheless often attempting to cross the Mediterranean from Africa. Exterior Tunisia, coastguards have intercepted 40 boats over the previous week. And on Sunday, a tragedy claimed the lives of 21 folks from sub-Saharan Africa. Their boat sank whereas attempting to achieve Italy. Among the many victims are many Ivorians, together with a mom and…