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The Terror Of A Southern Kaduna Community
Endurance had been left behind. Hauwa John only realised when she heard her granddaughter scream. There were the shouts of…
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The ‘Light’ Is Back On In Nigeria’s Maiduguri, But Residents Can’t Afford Electricity
When the Islamic State in West Africa blew up the high voltage cable that supplied Maiduguri with electricity in January…
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Doctors In Cameroon Want Law on Abortion Changed
Enah almost died at 15 when she attempted an abortion at home. She was five months gone when she was…
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‘It Is Hard’: Boko Haram Killed His Parents, But He Forgave Them Anyway
An imam close to Mustapha’s house always preached forgiveness. The sermons were so frequent that he thought the cleric must…
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“We Sleep In Sewage” – Government Promises Change But Namibians Still Suffering
Ever since independence, Namibians have sought education, employment, and better lives in Windhoek, the country’s political and industrial epicenter. It’s…
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When Parents Don’t Press Charges Against The Men Who Raped Their Children
Three-year-old Deborah* was playing with her mates outside her home when one of her neighbours decided to take her for…
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Namibian Government Puts Faith In ‘Cheap Solutions’ As Sanitation Sector Fails
Xhuka Shorty and his family are San, an indigenous group of people in southern Africa. Eight years ago, he and…
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Despite Laws, Nigerian Hospitals Still Reject Gunshot Victims
Adeloye Moses had two targets to meet when he brought out his motorcycle for business in the early hours of…
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The Girl Who Fled Her Parents’ Home To Escape Boko Haram
Seven years ago, young Kaltume Modu made a huge decision that has hung over her life ever since. Aged only…
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The Poorest Are Most At Risk From Boko Haram’s Continuing Abductions In Borno
In April, two women set out from their homes to deliver a ransom and secure the release of their spouses,…
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