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Rising sea levels are putting Nigeria's coastal communities at growing risk, according to reporting by Deutsche Welle. Erosion and flooding threaten homes and livelihoods along the country's low-lying coastline, including areas around Lagos and the Niger Delta. The story highlights the mounting pressure climate change places on vulnerable coastal populations in West Africa.
- 2Europe's most wanted drug lord built cocaine empire in Sierra Leone●Один із найбільш розшукуваних наркоторговців Європи перетворив Сьєрра-Леоне на базу своєї кокаїнової імперії, — The Econ
The Economist reports that Jos Leijdekkers, one of Europe's most wanted drug traffickers, turned Sierra Leone into a base for his cocaine empire. According to the investigation, the Dutchman arrived in the country posing as a Turkish investor, building connections with government and security officials. The revelations are drawing attention to drug networks' growing foothold in West Africa and local authorities' alleged complicity.
- 3Over $2.5 Billion Committed to West Africa's Industrial Growth▼Africa : Over USD 2.5 billion to finance West Africa’s industrial growth
More than USD 2.5 billion has been earmarked to finance industrial development in West Africa. The funding, reported by regional broadcaster Africa24 TV, is aimed at supporting the region's industrialisation drive. Details on the contributors and specific projects have not yet been made public, but the announcement is drawing attention across African business and policy circles.
- 4Amazon considers Ghana for Africa broadband expansion●Amazon considers Ghana for broadband expansion in Africa — MyJoyOnline
Amazon is weighing Ghana as a location for expanding broadband internet access across Africa, according to MyJoyOnline. The potential move would bring improved connectivity to the West African nation and could signal broader investment in the continent's digital infrastructure, drawing attention from people following Africa's tech and telecoms developments.
- 5Five ODI Centuries Scored on a Single Day●I count 5 ODI centuries scored today around the world. Banton for England, Miller for South Africa, Greaves for West Ind
Five one-day international centuries were recorded in a single day of cricket. Tom Banton reached three figures for England, David Miller scored a hundred for South Africa, and Justin Greaves did so for the West Indies. In India's match, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill both added centuries, making it an unusually prolific day for ODI batting worldwide.