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Last update: 2 hours agoMitumba Pressure Returns: Shoppers still pack Nairobi’s Gikomba even in heavy rain, underscoring why East Africa’s push to curb second-hand clothes keeps stalling—local brands say they can’t match mitumba prices, while limited local manufacturing makes bans hard to enforce. Policy Reality Check: A decade after the East African Community flirted with a ban (then backed off after US pressure tied to trade benefits), the debate is back with countries like Uganda adding steep import taxes—yet demand remains stubborn. Ebola Watch: The WHO says DR Congo’s Ebola emergency is worsening, with hundreds of suspected cases and deaths rising amid insecurity and health-system strain. Regional Ripple Effects: The US tightened Ebola entry rules, triggering flight diversions and broader border controls across parts of the region. Arts & Inclusion: A refugee judo “for peace” day at Dzaleka highlights sport as a bridge for refugees and host communities. Sports Paperwork: Morocco’s World Cup squad deadline nears, with FIFA rules limiting late call-ups—making injuries and fitness planning part of the selection story.
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