Michael Randrianirina, who sacked PM and cabinet without explanation, claims measure is to root out corruption Madagascar’s military president has said new ministers will have to pass lie detector tests to root out corrupt candidates, after he dismissed the prime minister and cabinet without explanation earlier this month. Michael Randrianirina came to power in a coup in October after weeks of youth-led protests under the banner “Gen Z Madagascar”. However, young people were quickly disenchanted by his choice of government officials, which they saw as being part of the old, corrupt elite. Continue reading...

The Guardian•3/20/2026

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ECB's Makhlouf Can 'Understand' Expectations of Two Hikes

Bank of Ireland Governor and European Central Bank Governing Council Member Gabriel Makhlouf says two interest-rate increases are part of the ECB's baseline scenario and that he can "well understand" why the market expects that. Speaking on Bloomberg Television after Thursday's decision to keep rates on hold, he also discusses the central bank's 2% inflation target and the impact of higher energy prices. (Source: Bloomberg)

Georgia Tech names ex-Troy coach Cross as HC

Georgia Tech has named former Troy coach Scott Cross as the school's next men's basketball head coach, it was announced Friday.

Rodman to be inducted in WWE HOF, sources say

Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame for his time in WCW during the Monday night wars, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

IHD: Provide Happiness To Peoples of The World, Asije Tells World Leaders

The Director of Peace, Security, and Conflict Prevention to the United Nations Association of Africa (UNAA), Ambassador Victor Asije, has called on world leaders to invest more in creating better…

Independent Nigeria•3/20/2026

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Xpeng Revenue Forecast Falls Short as China EV Demand Slows

Xpeng Inc.’s first-quarter revenue forecast fell short of estimates as a slump in Chinese vehicle demand hurt deliveries at the start of the year. That overshadowed the automaker posting its first-ever quarterly profit at the end of 2025.

Bloomberg•3/20/2026

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Shallipopi, Famous Pluto, DJ Neptune, More to headline Goldberg’s Golden Fiesta in Benin

Award-winning premium lager beer, Goldberg, is bringing its signature gold standard celebration to Benin with its highly anticipated Golden Fiesta event. Set to hold on Friday, 3rd April at Garrick Memorial, Benin, the fiesta will bring together culture and music for a thrilling immersive experience. The Golden Fiesta, expected to be one of the biggest […] Shallipopi, Famous Pluto, DJ Neptune, More to headline Goldberg’s Golden Fiesta in Benin

Daily Post Nigeria•3/20/2026

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YPP presidential aspirant, Ekiti monarch urge unity in Eid-el-Fitr message

A YPP presidential aspirant and an Ekiti monarch deliver an Eid-el-Fitr message, calling on Nigerians to uphold unity, peace, and tolerance. Read More: https://punchng.com/ypp-presidential-aspirant-ekiti-monarch-urge-unity-in-eid-el-fitr-message/

ByteDance-Backed Dongchedi Is Said to Pick Citi, Goldman Sachs for Hong Kong IPO

Beijing Dongchedi Technology Co. has picked Citigroup Inc. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. to work on its planned initial public offering in Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the matter.

Eid-al-Fitr: ADC South-South Extends Warm Greetings To Muslim Faithful

As Muslims across Nigeria and around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) South-South Zone extends warm greetings to Muslim faithful and all Nigerians who believe in…

Independent Nigeria•3/20/2026

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