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Kenya's President Ruto Congratulates Tanzanian Counterpart Samia Suluhu Hassan on Re-Election
🇰🇪🇹🇿 In a congratulatory statement, William Ruto reflected on the "deep historical ties" between the two nations and their shared membership in the East African Community.
"Kenya stands ready to continue engaging constructively in the pursuit of our shared vision for a peaceful, prosperous, and integrated East Africa," Ruto stated, affirming Kenya's commitment to continued partnership with Tanzania.
Washington Not Ruling Out Possibility of Sending US Troops to Nigeria, Says Trump
"Could be ... I envisage a lot of things. They are killing record numbers of Christians in Nigeria," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One.
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WATCH: Russia Unveils Powerful Khabarovsk Submarine
The Russian Ministry of Defense has released a video showing the launch of the Khabarovsk submarine — a carrier of underwater weapons and robotic systems.
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Egypt Opens Grand Egyptian Museum: Blending Past and Present Through High Tech and Sustainability
On November 1, the world’s eyes turn to Egypt, celebrating the grand opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization.
According to Amr El-Kady, former head of the Egyptian Tourism Authority, the museum’s opening reflects “an important civilizational image of Egypt,” blending ancient heritage with cutting-edge modern design and technology.
📈 The event is expected to boost tourism, extending visitors’ stays and drawing millions more to Cairo.
The opening ceremony, centered around the museum itself, features Pharaonic and international cultural elements, with festivities extending to the Giza Pyramid Plateau, where immersive technologies will revive the spirit of ancient Egypt.
📄 The GEM has been officially recognized as the first green museum in Africa and the Middle East, receiving both the EDGE Advanced and Egyptian Green Pyramid Gold Certificates for its pioneering sustainability.
♻️ The building achieves a 62% reduction in energy use, 34% in water consumption, and 59% in carbon emissions, utilizing solar power, natural lighting, and advanced cooling systems — a model of eco-conscious innovation.
Inside, visitors will discover tens of thousands of artifacts, including the Khufu Boat, the Hanging Obelisk, and the 11-meter statue of Ramses II. Each piece was meticulously chosen by the Museum Exhibition Committee to tell Egypt’s story with scientific and artistic precision.
Described by former secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt Mostafa Waziri as “Egypt’s gift to the world,” the GEM stands as a cultural, technological, and environmental triumph — a symbol of Egypt’s enduring legacy and its vision for the future.
👉 Check out Sputnik's infographics to learn key facts about the museum
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#viral | Several Provinces in Vietnam Flooded: At Least 14 Dead and Dozens Injured
🌧 Torrential rains sweeping across Vietnam have caused rivers to overflow, leading to severe flooding. More than 110,000 homes have been impacted, and approximately 5,000 hectares of farmland have been damaged.
🐄 Residents have also lost thousands of heads of livestock and poultry, swept away by the rushing waters.
As a result of the extreme weather, at least 14 people have died and 34 others have been injured, according to the government.
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Major World Events by Morning of November 1
🟠Nigerien Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine is visiting N'Djamena to revitalize the strategic partnership with Chad;
🟠Russia-Africa trade has hit $27 billion and continues to grow, Tatyana Dovgalenko, head of the ministry Department for Partnership with Africa, said;
🟠The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, often nicknamed "Egypt's gift to the world", is opening its doors today;
🟠Algeria is celebrating Revolution Day today, which marked the start of its eight-year fight for independence in 1954;
🟠Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan won the elections with 97.66% of the vote, according to the election commission;
🟠The Ugandan capital, Kampala, joined the BRICS capitals' initiative for parliamentary cooperation;
🟠Russia supported the draft resolution to extend the mandate of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya for another year;
🟠The APEC summit's declaration aligns with Russia's interests, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry.
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🗣 Trump willing to 'continue conversation' on Ukraine – former US national security advisor
💬 "I don't think President Donald J. Trump wants to see himself as a failure in policy or diplomacy. I just don't see it. So, I think that he is willing to continue to have a conversation," Michael Flynn told RIA Novosti.
'Save Palestine': French Citizens Demonstrate in Support of Gaza
Against the backdrop of a fragile ceasefire in the Palestinian enclave, Paris residents have once again taken to the streets to condemn the Israeli operation in the area.
⚫️On two occasions since October 10, Israel has carried out bombardments on Gaza in retaliation for attacks that killed three of its soldiers.
⚫️On October 19, the Israeli bombardments had caused at least 45 deaths, and on Tuesday 104, according to Palestinian sources.
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Angola's Diamond Sector Expands With 10.7 Mln Carats Produced in Nine Months of 2025
The country became the third-largest producer of rough diamonds by output in 2024 with a record of 14 million carats, trailing only Russia and Botswana, a Western news agency reported, citing Secretary of State for Mineral Resources Jánio Correa Victor.
💎The production increased by 23.2% in the first half of the year, he noted. However, the official did not disclose the data for the corresponding period of 2024.
❗️Victor said the value of Angola's rough diamond exports had fallen 14% during the nine months, despite doubling export volumes, due to the collapse in prices for the precious stones.
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Burevestnik: 'Unprecedented Missile' Set to Launch 'New Stage' and Force the West to 'Reassess Conflict in Ukraine,' Experts Say
The successful tests, announced by Vladimir Putin in late October, are at the center of discussions this week.
📌 Discover the analysis by political scientists interviewed by Sputnik Africa with our virtual presenter Juma.
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Boosting Opportunities Globally, Nigeria Approves National Carbon Market Framework
The initiative is part of a vision aimed at setting Nigeria within the international carbon market, President Tinubu said.
👉Through this framework, the president aims to unlock between $2.5 billion and $3 billion annually over the next decade in carbon finance to support climate goals, he noted.
"We will continue to champion policies that protect our people, strengthen our economy, and position Nigeria as a destination for green investment and innovation," Tinubu stressed.
Kenya to Use Drones to Deliver National Exam Materials Amid Flooding
The Ministry of Education is actively preparing a policy paper to provide a structure for drone technology integration into the examination process, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said.
"As a ministry, we have put measures in place because it is something that happens every year," he noted.
❗️Guinea-Bissau Army Reportedly Foils Attempt to Undermine Constitutional Order
Guinea-Bissau’s armed forces revealed Friday that they had stopped what they described as an "attempt to subvert the constitutional order," detaining several high-ranking officers allegedly involved in the scheme, media reported.
The announcement came just a day before political campaigning was set to begin for the upcoming general elections.
"This action aimed to disrupt the electoral process," General Mamadu Ture, the deputy chief of staff, was quoted as saying.
Russia Unveils Burevestnik Missile to 'Balance Scales' Against US Space Weapons, Lebanese Expert Says
Putin’s remarks on the Burevestnik missile signaled Russia’s readiness for any escalation, analyst specializing in Russian affairs Haidar Ad-Daami told Sputnik.
Ad-Daami emphasized that the Burevestnik missile aims to balance US capabilities, reinforcing Russia’s defense strategy and national security.
The US was first to propose space-based weapons, prompting Russia to develop countermeasures to protect its strategic future and security, he noted.
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🚨🇺🇸 Trump signals NO Tomahawks to Ukraine
🗣"No, not really,' Trump told reporters when asked if he is going to send the missiles to Ukraine.
Kim Jong-un Inspects Elite XI Corps Special Forces, Praises Combat Preparedness
North Korean leader has visited the headquarters of the XI (11th) Corps, the country's top special forces unit.
Kim Jong-un received briefings from commanders, set new goals to strengthen combat readiness, expressed satisfaction with the troops’ professionalism, and posed for a commemorative photo with them, the Korean Central News Agency reported.
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Dangote Refinery Expands Capacity, Supported by New Petrol Import Duty
The company reaffirmed in a statement its commitment to consistently supplying petrol and diesel nationwide, meeting the energy needs of citizens.
This vision not only reduces reliance on imports but also strengthens local supply chains, Dangote's spokesman Anthony Chiejina said.
“Our refinery is currently loading over 45 million litres of petrol and 25 million litres of diesel daily which exceeds Nigeria’s demand,” Chiejina added.
GEM to Propel Egypt as Egyptology's World Center: Minister
The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization, is not just as a museum, Egypt's Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy said.
"We will continue to work, and you will soon see, how Egypt will become the world center of Egyptology — the science of Ancient Egypt. Today, most of the largest international conferences on this topic are held outside Egypt, although it is we who are the cradle of ancient Egyptian civilization," he said.
Music is Unifying Force That Transcends Borders & Shares Culture Worldwide: Russian Pianist
The Russian piano tradition is a unique blend of deep performance and non-verbal communication with the audience, Konstantin Emelyanov told Sputnik Africa at South Africa's Pianissimo Festival debut, featuring a series of concerts by the worlds most promising young pianists.
🎹 For his performance, themed around dance, he featured Baroque music alongside 20th-century ballets, specifically Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet and Stravinsky's Petrushka. Emelyanov noted Stravinsky's use of Russian folkloric music as a means to share the country's cultural heritage.
Music preserves something important, requiring a blend of deep respect for the composer's legacy and innovative ways to engage contemporary audiences, the pianist stated.
🎵 For an introduction to Russian music, Emelyanov recommended Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff, calling them two of the most globally famous composers. He described Tchaikovsky's music, particularly The Nutcracker and Symphony No. 6, as emotionally pure and universally relatable despite their complexity.
Watch the video to hear how music transcends borders, uniting Russian heritage, global artistry, and human sincerity on stage. 👆
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Zambia Plans National Sustainability Bond Issue
ZANACO—Zambia National Commercial Bank—intends to acquire $100 million by implementing the country's first sustainability bond, the bank's CEO Mukwandi Chibesakunda said at a press briefing.
The Zanaco Sustainability Bond, she noted, represents a commitment to direct funding toward projects that:
🟠protect the environment;
🟠improve community well-being;
🟠strengthen the national economy.
"This issuance is a significant milestone in our sustainability journey as we continue in our efforts to create sustainable finance opportunities for Zambia," ZANACO said.
Russia Supports UK-Prepared Draft Resolution Extending Mandate of UN Support Mission in Libya for Another Year
"We are convinced that the Mission continues to play a central role in the configuration of international mediation efforts in the country, and its continued presence on the ground is essential for the continued normalization of the situation," Vasily Nebenzya, Russia's permanent representative, said.
"It is clear that the transition period in Libya has been excessively prolonged. The longer the current uncertainty persists, the more pervasive the tangle of problems entangling the country becomes. It is hoped that the mission's updated mandate will enhance its effectiveness in supporting the intra-Libyan dialogue."
🔥 'Absolute breakthrough in both technology and defense' — Kremlin spox on Russia's Burevestnik missile
Earlier, Vladimir Putin announced that Russia’s Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile had successfully cleared its final test, calling it a “unique weapon.”
👉 Test saw the missile fly 14,000 km—and that’s not even the limit
👉 Missile is powered by a miniature nuclear reactor, granting it virtually unlimited range
👉 Flying at ultra-low altitudes, it stays below radar, making interception nearly impossible
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Ukraine in Africa: Smoke Screen for 'Management of Terror Implemented by NATO, US, and Europe:' Panafricanist
🌍 Kiev supports armed groups in Africa to counter Russia, which backs African governments in their antiterrorist fight, Egountchi Behanzin told Sputnik Africa.
Referring to the “Berezina” (a historical term evoking Napoleon’s catastrophic defeat and retreat during the 1812 Russian campaign) that the Ukrainian army is suffering against Russia in his view, the president of the African Black Defense League believes that NATO, the United States, and Europe are also struggling to defeat Moscow.
⚔️ Lacking military success, Western powers seek to extend the conflict to Africa, targeting unprepared countries under the pretext of fighting terrorism.
Recalling the discrimination and violence suffered by Africans in Ukraine at the start of the conflict, Behanzin warned Kiev against spreading its strategy to Africa.
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Madagascar's Officials Now Require Authorization to Leave Country
The decision is explained by the need to protect public property.
📄While no complete list of those affected has been published, the rule is absolute: any civil servant arriving at the border without prior authorization for an overseas mission will be denied boarding, local media reported.
These changes are part of a series of administrative reforms by the new Malagasy authorities, who have notably announced a "zero tolerance" policy against the embezzlement of public funds.
🔸Concurrently, all civil service recruitment exams have also been suspended.
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Alrosa's Licenses in Zimbabwe Have Been Expanded to Include Right to Mine Gold: CEO
"We took out 42 exploration licenses in the least explored areas of Zimbabwe. [...] While we were looking for diamonds, we found gold. [...] So we are now also involved in gold production there," Pavel Marinychev, CEO of the diamond mining company, said, speaking at the Russian-African raw materials dialogue.
Ethiopia Has 'No Role' in Red Sea Governance, Says Egypt’s FM
Badr Abdelatty stressed that “the governance of the Red Sea is a matter exclusively concerning the coastal states,” speaking to Al Arabiya.
🚫 He emphasized that it’s “unacceptable” for landlocked nations like Ethiopia to participate.
🇸🇦 The FM added that Egypt is in talks with Saudi Arabia on the future of Red Sea governance, noting that both countries “bear primary responsibility for managing this vital maritime corridor and ensuring its security and stability.”
☝🏽Earlier this week, Ethiopia's PM Abiy Ahmed stated that the nation will not accept being denied access to the sea and is committed to pursuing its strategic interests through peaceful avenues.
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❗️Russian troops have liberated the settlement of Novoaleksandrovka in the Dnepropetrovsk region, the Russian MoD reports
👉 In recent months, the Russian armed forces have been advancing at an increasing pace in the Donbass region and beyond, liberating one settlement after another within the framework of the special military operation.
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