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The author said pressure was working after Hajduk ultras marched with a coffin in Split the previous night, before a UEFA match against Ajax, chanting slogans invoking Auschwitz and Adolf Hitler. The author added that Croatia’s government had condemned the chants. #Croatia #Hajduk #UEFA #HR #NL

This is equivalent of Trump rejecting FBI assessment of Russian interference in US elections. It’s not “Burnham’s” claim, it’s our own intelligence agencies’ assessment. Denying it for political advantage is both shameful AND short sighted, as it does nothing to enhance her credibility.

Geert Dales wrote that Simon Reinink posed with a book about the survival of Jewish musicians from the Concertgebouw Orchestra during World War II. Dales stated that Reinink had excluded the Jerusalem Quartet in May 2024 and Shai Abramson in December 2025, which he believed ruined the Chanukah concert. He wrote that he had not wanted to go to the Concertgebouw for 2.5 years and would only do so again once Reinink left. #Concertgebouw #JoodseCultuur #WOII (translated)

Together, Fidesz and Mi Hazánk voted against legislation designed to increase the protection of children. They voted down measures designed to help infants left in hospitals and to protect children from all forms of violence. How shameful! Commenting on this on social media, Prime Minister Péter Magyar wrote: “Together, Fidesz and Mi Hazánk voted against legislation designed to increase the protection of children. They voted down measures designed to help infants left in hospitals and to protect children from all forms of violence. How shameful!” (translated)

The author said that, apart from Israel and the UAE, Saudi Arabia and its Western backers were especially deserving of punishment. They accused them of carrying out airstrikes on hospitals, schools, markets and funerals and starving children, claiming their actions rivalled those in Gaza and South Lebanon. #SaudiArabia #HumanRights #Justice #IL #AE #SA #PS #LB

The author argued that the West was losing confidence in its civilisation, with national pride treated as sinful, history as shameful and sovereignty as something to give up. They said Marco Rubio had voiced what Europe’s political elites would not acknowledge and referred to what they described as a “deafening silence” from Sweden. #Civilization #NationalPride #Sovereignty #SE

The author said proposed law DDL1004 would make Italy a leading vehicle for Israeli propaganda in Europe by punishing statements that Israel was an apartheid or racist state. They called it “DDL pro-Apartheid” and described the proposal as shameful, given that Israel was facing accusations of genocide. #Italia #Israele #DirittiUmani #IT #IL

Ronny Naftaniel called Sabine Tasa a heroine and wrote that she had told an audience, which he considered anti-Israeli, in Delft that she had survived the attacks of October 7 and that her husband and son had been murdered. He said it showed great courage and labeled the audience's reaction of "shame on you" as embarrassing and heartless. #moed #heldin #Delft (translated)

AFRICA DAILY REPORT — 2 OCTOBER 2026 Major developments reported during the previous 24 hours. 1. ETHIOPIA / ERITREA — Diplomatic ties severed as northern conflict escalates Ethiopia ordered 10 Eritrean diplomats to leave within 48 hours and closed its embassy in Asmara, accusing Eritrea of supporting forces fighting the federal government. Eritrea responded by severing diplomatic ties. Explosions were also reported in Addis Ababa amid the renewed Tigray conflict, increasing concern that the fighting could broaden into a regional confrontation. Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/explosions-heard-overnight-ethiopias-capital-diplomatic-sources-say-2026-10-01/ Additional source: https://apnews.com/article/a864e8cd442bade4531b8e7609f3216c 2. DR CONGO — Ebola response faces new risks as thousands flee affected camp Importance: 10/10 (Critical) Thousands of displaced residents fled the Kigonze camp in eastern DRC after soldiers entered the site and clashes followed, raising fears that Ebola transmission could spread further. The ongoing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has exceeded 8,000 confirmed cases and is already the largest Ebola outbreak recorded in DRC. Source: https://currently.att.yahoo.com/att/thousands-flee-congo-ebola-hit-161039707.html 3. DR CONGO — MSF staff member infected with Ebola Importance: 10/10 (Critical) Médecins Sans Frontières confirmed that a staff member working on the Ebola response tested positive for Bundibugyo virus disease and is being evacuated under strict medical protocols to the Netherlands. The latest reported national figures cited by Reuters were 8,067 confirmed cases and 3,901 deaths. Source: https://www.channelafrica.co.za/channelafrica/news/msf-staff-member-tests-positive-for-ebola-in-drc/ 4. ZAMBIA — IMF confirms talks on a successor support programme Importance: 9/10 (Very High) The IMF confirmed that a team is in Lusaka discussing a possible successor to Zambia's previous IMF-supported programme. Talks are focused on fiscal and debt sustainability, rebuilding reserves, and supporting more inclusive, private-sector-led growth. Source: https://www.imf.org/en/news/articles/2026/10/01/tr-10012026-imf-press-briefing-transcript-october-01-2026 5. KENYA / EAST AFRICA — $16 billion Lamu refinery project moves forward Importance: 9/10 (Very High) Five African heads of state joined the groundbreaking of Dangote Group's planned $16 billion refinery in Lamu. The planned 700,000-barrel-per-day facility could materially reshape East African fuel supply and reduce dependence on imported refined products, although land-rights litigation and environmental concerns remain. Source: https://apnews.com/article/a0ae7108ae4f4144222aea101baed3a5 6. SOUTH AFRICA — Gender-based violence drives new national response South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced measures in response to a series of killings of women, after 11 women's bodies were found in Ekurhuleni since July, many showing signs of sexual violence. Investigators have made arrests in connection with several cases, while authorities continue investigating whether the murders are linked. Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/violence-against-women-south-africa-is-national-shame-president-says-2026-09-30/ 7. ZAMBIA — Cholera outbreak reaches 304 cases and 11 deaths Importance: 8/10 (High) Zambian health authorities reported 304 cholera cases and 11 deaths as of September 29, with Lusaka the most affected province. Authorities have expanded case finding, water chlorination, household interventions and treatment services while assessing whether to deploy reactive oral cholera vaccination. Source: https://cajnewsafrica.com/2026/10/01/11-die-in-zambia-cholera-outbreak/ 8. UGANDA / REGIONAL MARKETS — Shilling hits record low as African currencies face pressure Importance: 8/10 (High) Uganda's shilling fell to a record low against the US dollar as importers, particularly in the energy sector, increased demand for foreign currency. Reuters also reported pressure on Zambia's kwacha and Ghana's cedi, while Kenya's shilling remained comparatively stable. Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/africa-fx-ugandas-currency-seen-extending-losses-after-hitting-record-low-2026-10-01/ 9. MALI — More than 2,400 schools remain closed as academic year begins Importance: 8/10 (High) Mali began the 2026–27 school year with more than 2,400 schools still closed amid continuing insecurity. More than 733,000 children are directly affected, highlighting the long-term educational consequences of instability across the country. Source: https://fr.allafrica.com/stories/202610010154.html 10. ZIMBABWE — Investigation begins after fatal helicopter crash Importance: 7/10 (High) Zimbabwean authorities are investigating a helicopter crash near Marondera that killed prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife and other occupants. Aviation investigators and forensic specialists have been deployed, while the cause remains under investigation. Source: https://www.dw.com/en/zimbabwe-helicopter-crash-wicknell-chivayo/a-79501691 Keywords: #Africa #AfricaNews #TopNewsOfAfrica #DRCongo #Ebola #EbolaOutbreak #EbolaResponse #PublicHealth #HealthSecurity #MSF #HumanitarianCrisis #Displacement #Uganda #UgandanShilling #AfricanCurrencies #ForeignExchange #FXMarkets #CurrencyPressure #AfricanMarkets #Zambia #Ghana #Kenya #Ethiopia #Eritrea #Tigray #HornOfAfrica #DiplomaticCrisis #RegionalConflict #RegionalSecurity #AfricanSecurity #Geopolitics #AfricaToday #wrldorg