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President Boakai has appointed Mr. Arthur W. B. Fumbah as Executive Vice Chairperson of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), subject to confirmation by the Liberian Senate.

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South Africa - Evacuation, repatriation following anti-immigrant protests and vigilante violence; what have you done to ensure safety of your citizens?

The Little That We’ve Gathered

Several African nations have initiated voluntary repatriation and evacuation programs for their citizens following a wave of anti-immigrant protests and vigilante violence in South Africa.

The primary countries actively evacuating their citizens include:
1. Ghana: Chartered flights to repatriate hundreds of distressed citizens, with hundreds already arriving in Accra.

2. Nigeria: Commenced screening and processing at the High Commission in Pretoria for approved evacuation flights for hundreds of nationals requesting safe return.

3. Malawi: Launched a voluntary repatriation program via official diplomatic channels for citizens requesting assistance due to safety concerns.

4. Mozambique: Initiated targeted repatriation efforts for its nationals living in volatile areas like Johannesburg and Pretoria.
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We Ask: Like Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi, and Mozambique, what logistical support have you provided your citizens stranded in South Africa?

Italy - At least 10 bodies recovered by rescue team as boat with nearly 60 on board capsized near Malta.

The Little That We’ve Gathered

Italian rescue teams recovered 10 bodies after a boat carrying migrants capsized approximately 45 nautical miles east-southeast of Malta.

The tragedy details:
1. The Incident: The vessel, which departed from Libya with about 60 people on board, overturned in the Mediterranean Sea.

2. Survivors: A fishing boat operating in the area successfully rescued 48 migrants alive.

3. Rescue Operations: Following a request from Maltese authorities, the Italian Coast Guard dispatched a patrol boat to coordinate the search and recover the deceased.
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We Aak: What measures would you recommend to African authorities to prevent or minimize more migrants from fleeing to Europe in search of greener pastures?