Africa news — August 25, 2026

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1. WorldAfricaMiddle East

   Aug 25, 2026, 23:03 UTC

   

   Four Dead in Cordoba Car Crash: Family Visited Injured Relative

   Four members of the same family died in a head-on collision between their car and a pickup truck on the Güemes collector, near Alta Gracia, Córdoba. The victims were traveling to visit a relative who had suffered a motorcycle accident earlier that day. The driver of the pickup truck was charged with quadruple homicide and is suspected of invading the opposite lane. The investigation is ongoing.

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2. WorldRegulatorsAfrica

   Aug 25, 2026, 22:11 UTC

   

   Florida Tourism Dips Amid Canadian Visitor Decline

   Tourism numbers in Florida have dipped for a second consecutive quarter, with a significant decrease in Canadian visitors. The drop is attributed to a backlash from Canadians over President Donald Trump’s rhetoric and trade policies.

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3. U.S.Africa

   Aug 25, 2026, 18:57 UTC

   Tula Governor Supports Child Artist's Initiative

   Governor Dmitry Miliaev of the Tula region met with a girl who drew Smeshariki on a children's playground. He invited her to a free art studio and the Children's Public Council under the Ministry of Construction. The girl's mother, Lyubov Shendrygina, supported the initiative. The girl subsequently became a member of the Children's Council.

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4. SocietyAfrica

   Aug 25, 2026, 17:27 UTC

   

   Oyetola Condemns Post-Election Violence in Osun

   Minister Adegboyega Oyetola has condemned the post-election violence in Osun State, urging security agencies to arrest those responsible for killings and restore peace. He called for a tough security response to the violence.

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5. SocietyLocal GovAfricaIsraelDefense

   Aug 25, 2026, 07:53 UTC

   Popular Committees Urge Residents to Prevent Children from Flying Drones in Gaza Camps

   The Popular Committees in Gaza's refugee camps and shelters have issued statements urging residents to prevent children from flying drones and kites due to fears that the Israeli occupation may use these objects as a pretext to target children and crowded refugee gatherings. The committees emphasize that this measure is precautionary and temporary to protect children, not a restriction on their right to play.

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6. SportsAfrica

   Aug 25, 2026, 07:03 UTC

   

   Fatal Traffic Accident on Kashirskoe Highway in Moscow

   A severe traffic accident occurred on the Kashirskoe Highway in Moscow, involving three cars. One car overturned, causing disruptions to traffic. One person died, and another was injured. Emergency services are working at the scene.

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