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The author called on Japan to expand PAC-3 production for Ukraine and other countries, describing the goal as making the country a “Patriot arsenal of democracy”. They set targets of 200 interceptors in 2027, 300 in 2028 and 500 a year by 2029, and called for a second production line and expanded seeker production. https://t.co/eAHTQJmOby #Japan #Ukraine #Defense #JP #UA

The European Commission and UNICEF said they had launched a new children’s prevention toolkit ahead of World Mental Health Day. They said it offered practical guidance for policymakers in four areas: mental health, healthy lifestyles, immunisation and early childhood development. https://t.co/L20O54aT6B #SaludMental #SaludInfantil #PolíticasPúblicas #EU #UNICEF

The post said the Copernicus programme was envisioned, built and launched by Europe, and credited the European Space Agency with delivering satellites that enabled it. It added that Sentinel-3C was demonstrating its capabilities. https://t.co/vbrE9orz7Y https://t.co/ZR9vP8SJrN #Copernicus #Satellite #ESAEurope #EU #ESA

AFRICA DAILY REPORT — 8 OCTOBER 2026 Main developments of past 24 hours 1. DR Congo — Ebola outbreak expands into new hotspots as response struggles Importance: 10/10 — Critical More than 8,500 infections and over 4,000 deaths have been reported. North Kivu accounts for around 40% of newly confirmed cases. Africa CDC reports that more than 70% of new cases are outside known contact networks, while MSF warns of inadequate treatment capacity and surveillance. SOURCE: https://apnews.com/article/42e9c7f66b9ee7628b0a852a4e9dd73b 2. Kenya — Ebola border-screening failures expose regional vulnerabilities Importance: 10/10 — Critical Authorities identified 57 contacts linked to Kenya's first confirmed Ebola patient, with 10 quarantined. The patient travelled from DR Congo through Uganda to Nairobi undetected. Kenya has reinforced airport screening and is coordinating with regional health authorities. SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/kenya-ebola-case-exposes-gaps-border-screenings-2026-10-07/ 3. Sudan — Drone strike kills civilians in Blue Nile state Importance: 10/10 — Critical A drone strike in Damazin killed at least four women and wounded dozens, according to Emergency Lawyers, which attributed the attack to the RSF. The RSF had not commented. Attacks on civilians and humanitarian operations continue amid extensive displacement. SOURCE: https://apnews.com/article/56473b19a098470344e54d75d0362092 4. Nigeria — ISWAP attacks military base in Borno, killing soldiers Importance: 9/10 — Very High ISWAP attacked the 101 Special Forces Battalion in Kukawa, Borno. A military officer reported 10 soldiers killed, while the army confirmed fatalities without specifying a figure. The army said it repelled the attack with air support and killed more than 25 militants. SOURCE: https://apnews.com/article/3cebadb3e037942384924a24917e2a7d 5. DR Congo — African Union mediators engage AFC/M23 rebels in Goma An AU delegation met Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 representatives in eastern DR Congo and called for continued engagement in peace negotiations despite ongoing fighting. The meeting is part of diplomatic efforts to advance a durable settlement. SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/african-union-delegation-meets-congo-rebels-calls-continued-peace-efforts-2026-10-07/ 6. African Union — Africa launches its first continental credit rating agency Importance: 9/10 — Very High The AU launched the Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) in Mauritius to provide an Africa-focused assessment of sovereign and corporate credit risk alongside existing global agencies. Its influence on borrowing costs will depend on credibility and market acceptance. SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/african-union-launch-continents-first-credit-rating-agency-2026-10-07/ 7. Ethiopia / Eritrea — Witnesses report Eritrean troops crossing into Tigray Witnesses in Adigrat reported Eritrean troops in military vehicles. Reuters could not independently confirm the movements. Eritrea accused Ethiopia of using the allegations to justify further action, amid the two countries' diplomatic rupture. SOURCE: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/7/witnesses-spot-eritrean-troops-inside-northern-ethiopia-as-tensions-flare 8. Sudan — Army chief rejects negotiations and pledges continued operations Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan said military operations would continue until the army regained RSF-held territory. The statement coincides with reported civilian casualties in West Kordofan and more than 5,500 displaced in Blue Nile over three days. SOURCE: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/7/sudans-al-burhan-rejects-talks-vows-to-retake-all-territory-from-rsf 9. South Sudan — Food assistance faces severe shortages Importance: 10/10 — Critical WFP warns that more than one million vulnerable people could lose essential food and nutrition assistance without funding. Stocks at Malakal reportedly fell from about 10,000 tonnes a year ago to under 300 tonnes, while arrivals from Sudan continue. SOURCE: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/7/south-sudans-aid-crisis-deepens-as-food-stocks-run-low 10. Ghana — Government approves formal application to join BRICS Ghana's government approved a formal application to join BRICS and sought India's backing. India expressed support for Ghana's aspirations but noted that membership requires wider group consideration. No admission decision has been made. SOURCE: https://www.africanews.com/2026/10/07/brics-ghanas-parliament-gives-green-light-to-formal-application/ #Africa #AfricaNews #TopNewsOfAfrica #AfricaDailyReport #Ghana #BRICS #BRICSExpansion #GhanaBRICSApplication #AfricanDiplomacy #India #AfricanUnion #AfCRA #AfricaCreditRatingAgency #CreditRatings #SovereignDebt #AfricanEconomy #EconomicDevelopment #FinancialIndependence #AfricanFinancialMarkets #DRC #DRCongo #Goma #M23 #AFCM23 #PeaceNegotiations #ConflictResolution #RegionalSecurity #Ebola #EbolaOutbreak #PublicHealth #AfricaCDC #Kenya #EbolaScreening #HealthSecurity #Sudan #SudanConflict #BlueNile #DroneStrikes #HumanRights #Nigeria #Borno #ISWAP #Terrorism #Counterterrorism #Ethiopia #Eritrea #Tigray #HornOfAfrica #RegionalConflict #SouthSudan #HumanitarianCrisis #FoodSecurity #WorldFoodProgramme #WFP #AfricanPolitics #AfricanSecurity #AfricanBusiness #AfricaToday #wrldorg

The author said AI could help predict cardiovascular risk earlier, improve diagnosis and support more personalised care. They announced the launch of CHAIN, describing it as a new €20 million flagship initiative on AI and cardiovascular health under the SafeHeartsPlan. https://t.co/oNKvapp2zD #AI #CardiovascularHealth #HealthcareInnovation #EU

Sextortion: a 100% digital national campaign on TikTok and Snapchat to help 11-17 year olds recognize blackmail, not feel guilty, and not stay alone. Fight against sextortion: launch of the awareness campaign Campaign supported by the Independent Commission on Incest and Sexual Violence Against Children (CIIVISE) Audio Capsules on Health Practices Definition, methods of operation, protective reflexes, criminal offenses, and the role of 3018: official guidelines for talking about it with young people. Health Practices Analysis and link to the source The dossier page provides a definition of sextortion, describes its methods of operation, and lists reflexes that, according to the text, "must be conveyed to young people." It introduces 3018 and the criminal offenses at stake. The press release outlines the campaign messages: the victim is not responsible, and they should not remain alone. The two pages thus provide common guidelines for addressing the topic with young people and their surroundings. Fight against sextortion: launch of the awareness campaign - https://www.pratiquesensante.com/en/blog/practices-15/fight-against-sextortion-launch-of-the-awareness-campaign-6235 #pratiquesensante #Sextorsion #ViolencesSexuelles #ProtectionDeLEnfance #CyberViolences #3018 #ÉducationAuNumérique #PréventionJeunesse (translated)

The author wrote that Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups launched a large-scale terror attack on Israel on 7 October 2023, killing more than 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals. The author said civilians were deliberately targeted and murdered in their homes. #Israel #Hamas #TerrorAttack #IL #PS

The author wrote that Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups launched what they described as a large-scale terror attack on Israel on 7 October 2023, killing more than 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals. They said civilians were deliberately targeted and killed in their homes. #Israel #Hamas #Terrorism #IL #PS