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Nigeria Seeks Compensation for Citizens Affected by South Africa Anti-Migrant Protests

Nigeria says it is gathering information on citizens who recently returned from South Africa after anti-migrant protests forced hundreds of foreigners to leave, with plans to seek compensation for businesses…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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De Beers to Halt Production at South Africa’s Venetia Diamond Mine for Two Years Amid Market Slump

De Beers has announced plans to suspend production at South Africa's largest diamond mine, Venetia, for two years as the company moves to cut costs amid continued weakness in the…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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South African Businessman Vusimusi Matlala Withdraws Plea Deal in Police Corruption Case

South African businessman Vusimusi Matlala has withdrawn from a controversial plea agreement in a high-profile police corruption case, dealing a setback to prosecutors who hoped he would provide evidence against…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Uganda Court Clears Way for Kizza Besigye Treason Trial After Rejecting Bid to Halt Proceedings

Uganda's High Court has dismissed an application by opposition figure Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale seeking to stop treason proceedings against them, paving the way for their trial to…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Sudanese Court Sentences RSF Leader Hemedti to Death Over Darfur Atrocities

A Sudanese court has sentenced Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, widely known as Hemedti, to death in absentia after convicting him of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide linked to atrocities…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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South Africa Deports Over 53,000 Undocumented Migrants Amid Nationwide Immigration Crackdown

South Africa has deported or repatriated more than 53,000 undocumented foreign nationals in the five weeks since launching a nationwide migration management campaign, as authorities intensify efforts to enforce immigration…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Ramaphosa Honors South African WWI Soldiers at Delville Wood Memorial in France

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to South African soldiers who fought in the First World War during a commemorative ceremony at the South African National Memorial in…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Senegal Dismisses Head Coach Pape Thiaw Following 2026 FIFA World Cup Exit

The Senegalese Football Federation has dismissed national team head coach Pape Thiaw following Senegal's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the decision was taken "in the best interests…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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AU Commission Chair Visits Mali to Strengthen Ties Amid Ongoing Political Transition

African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has arrived in Bamako for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening relations between the African Union and Mali, despite the country's continued…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Families Rejoice as Abducted Oyo Schoolchildren Rescued After Nearly Two Months

Families of students abducted from a school in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo State have expressed relief after security forces rescued the children and their teachers following nearly two months in captivity.…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Russia Offers Mozambique Support in Fight Against Cabo Delgado Insurgency

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has pledged Moscow's support to Mozambique in its fight against an Islamist insurgency in the gas-rich northern province of Cabo Delgado. Speaking during a visit…

Africa News Now July 9, 2026