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Africa news — October 24, 2026

Publications tagged with Africa published on October 24, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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World Africa Earth Public Health
Oct 24, 2026, 11:42 UTC
Amazon Rainforest's Tipping Point: Brazil Election Impact
The upcoming Brazilian presidential election between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro could significantly influence the future of the Amazon rainforest, potentially pushing it towards a 'tipping point.' Scientists warn that losing more than 20% of the forest, combined with global warming, could trigger widespread changes. The candidates' differing views on environmental protection and climate change could determine whether, and how soon, this critical threshold is reached.
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Sports Africa Middle East Israel
Oct 24, 2026, 09:24 UTC
Interpol's 'Operation Silver Axe III' Results in 1,462 Arrests, $1.05 Billion Recovery in African Cybercrime Crackdown
Interpol's 'Operation Silver Axe III' led to the arrest of 1,462 suspects and the recovery of over $1.05 billion in illegal funds across 21 African countries. The operation, conducted from June 29 to August 31, 2026, targeted network crimes, including fraud and illegal cryptocurrency mining. Notably, Uganda arrested 365 foreign nationals involved in cross-border investment fraud, while Angola shut down two illegal cryptocurrency mining centers, and Nigeria arrested key figures behind phishing emails and investment scams. The operation affected more than 65,000 victims with total losses of $3.85 billion.
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