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1. Uganda’s “Sovereignty Bill” sparks alarm over diaspora funds and citizenship rights

   A controversial “Sovereignty Protection Bill” under review in Uganda’s Parliament is raising alarm among critics who say it could have far-reaching and potentially severe consequences for ordinary citizens.

2. Pope Leo XIV’s Angola visit draws hope amid floods and calls for peace

   Excitement is building in Angola as crowds prepare to welcome Pope Leo XIV to the capital, Luanda, during his 11-day tour across four African nations.

3. South Sudan tensions escalate as opposition retakes key stronghold

   The United Nations Security Council was briefed Friday on the worsening humanitarian conditions in South Sudan less than a week after opposition forces retook the strategic town of Akobo from government troops.

4. ICJ 80th Anniversary: Antonio Guterres calls for law to be respected

   During a speech celebrating the 80th year anniversary of the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Antonio Guterres warned that international law was falling apart before the world’s eyes.

5. World Athletics panel rejects athlete transfers to Turkey

   A World Athletics panel has refused 11 athlete transfer requests to Turkey, over what it referred to as a ‘coordinated recruitment strategy’ from the country’s government.