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1. Africa: AU Commission Chairperson Congratulates Algeria On Successful Launch Earth Observation Satellite

   [African Union] The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, congratulates the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria on the successful launch of the Alsat-3A Earth observation satellite, marking a significant advance in Africa's space and geospatial capabilities.

2. Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Morocco Convenes First-Ever Joint Defense Committee Meeting

   [ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia and Morocco have convened their first-ever joint defense committee meeting aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across various military fields on Thursday.

3. Uganda: Uganda - Eight Feared Dead in Butambala Voter Security Clash

   [Independent (Kampala)] Butambala, Uganda -- At least eight people are feared dead following clashes between voters and security forces in Butambala District last night.

4. Uganda: Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Under House Arrest As Museveni Leads Vote

   [RFI] Uganda's main opposition candidate, Bobi Wine, was under house arrest, his party said, as early results on Friday showed veteran President Yoweri Museveni with a commanding lead in the presidential election.

5. Libya: Bodies of More Than 20 African Migrants Found in Mass Grave in Libya

   [RFI] The bodies of at least 21 migrants have been found in a mass grave on a farm in eastern Libya, security sources have said, with as many as 10 others who survived captivity showing signs of of torture. It is the latest tragedy involving people seeking to reach Europe through the North African country.