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1. Rwanda: Nuclear Energy Not Too Risky for Developing Countries - Kagame

   [New Times] President Paul Kagame has said nuclear energy is neither too complex nor too risky for developing countries, arguing that clear international standards and stronger technology cooperation can enable nations like Rwanda to safely adopt the technology.

2. Kenya: Sewerage and Sanitation Take Centre Stage in Nairobi's Sh80bn Development Plan

   [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has revealed that sewerage and sanitation infrastructure will receive the largest portion of funding in the Sh80 billion development programme agreed between the Nairobi City County Government and the Government of Kenya.

3. Africa: IATF 2027 - Lagos Prepares to Host Africa's Largest Trade Platform

   [allAfrica] Nigeria will host the fifth edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2027) in Lagos from November 5 to 11, 2027 under the theme ''Global Africa, Smart Trade- From Market Access to Market Power'' . The event is a major platform aimed at accelerating trade across the continent under the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area.

4. Sudan: Chad Closes Sudan Border to Prevent Spillover From War

   [Shabelle] N'djamena -- Chad has officially closed its border with Sudan, saying the move is aimed at preventing the three-year conflict in its eastern neighbour from spilling into its territory, authorities said.

5. Zimbabwe: Violence and Intimidation Against Opponents of Presidential Term Extension

   [HRW] Johannesburg -- Investigate Attacks, Protect Freedoms of Expression, Assembly