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Nigeria and US Forces Kill Three Senior ISWAP Commanders in Joint Anti-Terror Operation

Nigeria says its military, working alongside the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), has killed three senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in a series of coordinated…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

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Somaliland to Open First Embassy in Jerusalem After Israeli Recognition

Somaliland has announced plans to open its first-ever embassy in Jerusalem following formal recognition by Israel, marking a major diplomatic breakthrough for the self-declared republic and deepening ties between the…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

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Nigeria’s Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman Arrested After 75-Year Corruption Sentence

Former Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, has been arrested days after being sentenced to 75 years in prison over corruption charges linked to major electricity projects, the country’s anti-graft…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

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Rwanda Tightens Congo Border Controls as Deadly Ebola Outbreak Spreads

Authorities in Rwanda have intensified health screenings and tightened border controls with Democratic Republic of the Congo following a worsening Ebola outbreak linked to the rare Bundibugyo strain of the…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

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Eight Killed in Southern Egypt Shooting as Police Gun Down Attacker

At least eight people were killed and five others injured after a gunman opened fire on a busy street in southern Egypt on Monday, according to the country’s Interior Ministry.…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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Uganda Quarantines Over 100 People as Authorities Contain Rare Ebola Outbreak

Health authorities in Uganda have placed more than 100 people under quarantine following an outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, as officials intensify efforts to prevent…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Draw Anounced

The road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations officially began on Tuesday after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) conducted the qualifying draw in Cairo, Egypt, ahead of the…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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Togo Introduces Visa-Free Entry for All African Travelers

Togo has announced a major change to its immigration policy by granting visa-free entry to citizens of all African countries in a move aimed at strengthening regional integration and boosting…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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Kenya Battles Rising Smuggling of Rare Giant Harvester Ants

Kenya is facing an unusual form of wildlife trafficking as authorities crack down on the illegal trade of giant African harvester ants, a species increasingly sought after by exotic insect…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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Guinea-Bissau Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

Guinea-Bissau has renewed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara territory following high-level diplomatic talks held in Rabat between the two countries’ foreign ministers. Guinea-Bissau’s Foreign Minister…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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France and Algeria Seek to Repair Ties During Justice Minister’s Visit to Algiers

France and Algeria are moving to restore diplomatic and judicial cooperation after months of strained relations, as French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin visited Algiers for high-level talks with Algerian officials.…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026