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BBC News Pidgin delivers real-time updates on politics, environment, business, sports, entertainment, health, and fashion across West and Central Africa. Highlighting key stories like Kimberly Cheatle’s resignation, Ethiopian landslide aftermath, and a dispute involving Dangote Refinery, the service offers insightful coverage for a diverse audience.
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Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho was briefly arrested in a mistaken identity case before being released by police. Authorities clarified the arrest was an error intended for someone else. Gaitho was taken after seeking safety at Karen Police Station following suspicious activity. The incident, deemed 'highly regrettable,' highlights ongoing concerns about journalist safety.
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Japan is seeing an increase in bear attacks, prompting the government to simplify shooting regulations in residential areas. There were 219 bear encounters with six fatalities in the past year. This rise is linked to a growing bear population and an aging rural community. Although police authorization is currently required for hunters, upcoming legislative changes aim for swifter responses to ensure safety.