Demand for higher education in Tanzania to double by 2030, says World Bank

Demand for Tanzania's higher education sector is projected  to double by 2030 despite a decline in government funding for the sector in recent years, according to a World Bank report.

Daniel Kijo has more.

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9 Dead, Others Hospitalized as Cholera Ravages Community in Nigeria

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Health officials in Ebonyi State, South East Nigeria, are working to contain a cholera outbreak in Afikpo North Local Government Area of the State.

This follows the death of at least 9 people, including children, from the disease. 

Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.

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EU CHIEF TELLS ZELENSKY "THE EU STANDS BY YOU, FOR AS LONG AS IT TAKES"

The President of the European Commission has said the EU will maintain its support for Ukraine throughout the New Year, as Russia continues to hit civilian infrastructure with kamikaze drones and cruise missiles. 

In a phone call to Kyiv, the EU chief also said she hopes to organise an in-person meeting soon between European leaders and the Ukrainian government. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has more. 

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India moves to regulate online gaming in big move for fantasy sports

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India is proposing to regulate its online gaming ecosystem in a move that could legalise the use of real money in fantasy sports.

The government's draft consultation paper says only games based on skill will be regulated – and not games of chance – like betting on card games.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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FRESH STRIKE ACTION UNDERWAY ON UK RAIL NETWORK

Rail workers are beginning another 48-hour strike over pay and conditions in the UK.

Customers are being advised to avoid travel if they can because of severe disruption to services.

The government insists the unions are rejecting reasonable new offers on pay.

But Mick Lynch of the RMT Union says industrial action will go on if employers and ministers don't change their stance.

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China's economy shows more signs of slowdown

China’s economy is facing a long road to recovery, with the latest official data showing businesses are continuing to struggle amid a widespread outbreak of Covid infections. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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N Korea fires military second-in-command

North Korea is sacking its second-highest ranking military leader. 

Pak Jong Chon was fired as vice-chairman of the country’s Central Military Commission at an annual government meeting last week. 

Chris Gilbert reports. 

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US prepares for return of divided Congress

A new session of the US Congress will begin on Tuesday with a return
of a divided government.

The US House of Representatives will be controlled by the Republicans
following their midterm election gains, while the Democrats will
maintain the majority in the Senate.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Martina Navratilova diagnosed with cancer

Tennis star Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with both throat and breast cancer.

The 66-year-old, who won 59 Grand Slams, previously had breast cancer in 2010.

Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports. 

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Actor Jeremy Renner in 'critical condition' after snow plowing incident

Hollywood actor Jeremy Renner is reported to be in critical condition after a snow plowing incident near his home in Nevada.

His exact injuries have not been reported.

Our US correspondent Chris Jones reports.

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1/3 of world in recession in 2023, says IMF

A third of the global economy will face a recession this year — that's the stark warning coming from the head of the International Monetary Fund. 

Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the United Nations's financial agency, says 2023 will be "tougher" than the year just gone. 

The IMF had already cut its global economic outlook during its October Annual Meeting in Washington DC. 

Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports. 

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At least 14 killed, dozens escape in brazen Mexican jail attack

At least 14 people have died in a brazen attack on a jail in the Mexican city of Juarez on Sunday. Officials believe the attack may have been orchestrated by members of a drug cartel and dozens of inmates have escaped.  Toni Waterman has more from Texas.

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Prince Harry says Royal Family has shown "no willingness to reconcile" with him and wife Meghan

In a new interview set to air this weekend, Prince Harry says the Royal Family has shown "no willingness to reconcile" with him and his wife, Meghan.

The interview comes ahead of the release of his much-anticipated memoir later this month, titled "Spare."

Giles Gibson reports from London.

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CONGRESSMAN-ELECT SANTOS EMBROILED IN NEW SCANDAL

Long Island Congressman-elect George Santos is set to be sworn in on
Tuesday despite the dark cloud hanging over his head.
Santos is accused of lying about his heritage, where he worked and graduated.
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Uganda Stampede: Organizer of Concert Arrested

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Ugandan Police have arrested the organizer of the concert where 10 people died after a stampede 
during New Year Festivities.

Police say he will help with investigations into the incident on New year's Eve at the Freedom City Mall near the capital Kampala.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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France reduces fuel and gas support for consumers

France has scrapped its fuel subsidy and the freeze on gas prices, leading to increased costs for consumers.

Gas prices had been frozen at the level they were in October 2021, but they can now rise by a maximum of 15 percent.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Almost 50 UK Shops Closed Daily In 2022

There's been a steep rise in the number of shops closing in the UK.

New figures show that more than 17 thousand sites closed their doors for the final time in 2022.

John Bevir (Beaver) reports.

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30 Killed As Terrorist Groups Clash

Members of terror groups, Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province have clashed in Nigeria's northeast state of Borno.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.

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Up to 500 people dying weekly due to UK hospital waits

Up to 500 people in the UK are dying every week because of delays to emergency care, professional bodies have warned. Wait times have been described as "appalling", with experts arguing that underfunding has exacerbated the knock-on effects of COVID-19. Julia Chapman has more.

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NEW YEAR - MORE STRIKE ACTION - UK GEARS UP FOR WEEK OF RAIL DISRUPTION

The UK is gearing up for another week of strike action on the railway networks as union members walk out, again, over pay, job security and working conditions. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more from London.

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