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Kenya's Ezra Kipchumba Kering emerged victorious in the 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, finishing the 42km race in 2 hours, 11 minutes, and 55 seconds. In the women's category, Ethiopia's Meseret Dinke secured the top spot with a time of 2 hours, 37 minutes, and 36 seconds.
African leaders convene in Addis Ababa for the 39th AU Assembly, where Burundi takes over the chairmanship. The outgoing chairperson calls for enhanced security strategies.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has left Abuja for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to act as the representative of President Bola Tinubu at the upcoming African Union (AU) Summit scheduled for February 2026.
Reports indicate that Ethiopia is hosting a clandestine camp for training fighters of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF), highlighting its deeper involvement in the ongoing conflict in Sudan. This revelation is backed by satellite images and statements from various sources.
Ethiopia has charged Eritrea with military aggression and aiding armed factions, raising concerns over potential escalation while expressing willingness for dialogue.
Ethiopia has countered former US President Trump's claims that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam received funding from the US, asserting that the $4 billion project was financed solely by its citizens.
On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his willingness to renew diplomatic efforts to encourage Ethiopia to share water from a contentious dam, following Egypt's concerns. He praised Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi while emphasizing the U.S.'s commitment to a fair resolution regarding Nile water distribution.
