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On a Monday rendezvous in Nairobi, Kenya's President William Ruto held discussions with William Burns, the CIA Director, while joined by Noordin Haji, Ruto's African counterpart. Fast-forward two years since the Ethiopian Tigray conflict reached a resolution on October 28, 2022. Although the peace pact supposedly ended hostilities, experts contend that thorny issues still linger unresolved. Tune into today's VOA 60 for more updates on developments across Africa.

WATCH: American Somalis Vote Early by Mail in U.S. Election On Africa 54: Somali-based Americans send their absentee votes while keeping a close watch on the presidential race back home. Meanwhile, Mozambique's electoral board announced Daniel Chapo from the ruling party as the victor of their presidential election. Over in Sierra Leone, hip-hop artist Kao Denero sat down with VOA's Jackson Mvunganyi to chat about his tunes. Tune in for these stories and more on today's Africa 54.

WATCH: Inter Miami CF takes on the New England Revolution | Witness Messi's Historic Moment! Fans of soccer and thrilling matches, gear up for a captivating showdown between Inter Miami CF and New England Revolution. This clash is set to be electrifying and memorable, not just because of the skillful plays on the field. It's primarily because Lionel Messi is about to etch his name further into the annals of football history! Messi, the legendary maestro, well-known for his incredible talent and mind-blowing…

Nestled just beyond the bustling edges of Somalia's capital city, the Darus Salam Zoo provides locals with a rare opportunity to witness the wonders of the wild right in their backyard. "We began with a single croc, but now we've got over a century's worth of diverse critters," remarked Muhammad Abd Rahman, the zoo's custodian. "From majestic lions to cunning foxes, prickly porcupines to quick-footed hares—our zoo is a jungle in its own right, albeit sans leopards and cheetahs." Rahman, who nurtures many animals from birth,…

Footage captured in Asheville, North Carolina, vividly documented the devastating moment when sections of a building, along with a shipping container, were swept away by fierce floodwaters linked to Tropical Storm Helene. As the tumultuous waters surged, debris from the Asheville Tea Company building collided with an electrical pole, disintegrating upon impact. The shipping container crumpled over the pole, a stark reminder of nature's overwhelming force. Tragically, the death toll has now surpassed 210, following Helene’s…

City officials say the long haul to rejuvenate the Minneapolis Police Department is finally making an impact. The force has welcomed close to two dozen new officers, including several groundbreaking recruits, after a recent graduation ceremony. "As these brave individuals prepare to take their oaths today, in front of you all and before God, I recognize my sacred duty to support them fully," MPD Chief Brian O'Hara declared during the event. "I vow tonight to do everything within my power to care for them." The new…

Resilient Aston Villa triumphantly returned to the pinnacle of European football after 41 years, besting Swiss champs Young Boys. Unai Emery’s crew initially found their footing on the unfamiliar artificial turf in Bern. Youri Tielemans shattered the deadlock with a slick corner routine, netting a laser into the far corner. Villa's second came from a comedy of errors in the home defense. Ollie Watkins pounced on Mohamed Ali Camara’s errant pass intended for keeper David von Ballmoos, allowing Jacob Ramsey to slot one…