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Kenya's Geoffrey Kamworor and Ethiopia's Mizan Alem secured decisive victories at the Antrim Coast Half Marathon, with Kamworor finishing the men's race in 59:51, 90 seconds ahead of Israel's Tadesse Getahon, while Alem triumphed in the women's event with a time of 65:38, outpacing Kenya's Loice Chemnung (66:06) and fellow Ethiopian Senayet Getachew (66:33). Want More Context? 🔎

Botswana has declared a public health emergency due to shortages of essential medicines and medical equipment, prompting President Duma Boko to announce a multimillion-pound plan for supply chain improvements, including military oversight. The economy has been strained by a downturn in the diamond market and US aid cuts, leading to increased unemployment and health service challenges, with UNICEF calling for urgent action to address malnutrition and health issues. Want More Context? 🔎

A federal judge temporarily halted the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was taken into custody by ICE during a check-in after previously being mistakenly deported to El Salvador. The judge expressed concerns over the potential deportation to Uganda and stated that the government failed to prove he would not face harm, emphasizing the protection of constitutional rights during legal proceedings. Want More Context? 🔎

The South African government has issued warnings to young women about social media job recruitment drives promoting work opportunities in Russia, particularly a controversial program showcased by influencer Cyan Boujee. Authorities are concerned that recruits may be misled about job conditions, with some allegedly ending up in drone production linked to the war in Ukraine. Want More Context? 🔎

AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has appointed a team to address traditional leadership disputes in KwaZulu-Natal, comprising MK Party KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Willies Mchunu, retired judge Mjabuliseni Madondo, and former minister S’bu Ndebele, among others. This initiative aims to ensure effective management and resolution of these disputes within the region. Want More Context? 🔎

Juliana GragnaniEditor, BBC Global Disinformation UnitMaria KorenyukBBC Global Disinformation UnitBBCListen to Juliana read this articleJavier Gallardo likes to start his morning watching a classical music programme on television - it is part of his routine, and puts him in the right mood for the day before going to work driving trucks.But one Monday in June, he turned on the television and, instead of music, the screen was filled with images of a warzone. A news...