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Central African Republic Opposition Rejects Election Results, Alleges Fraud

Anicet Georges Dologuélé, the runner-up in the Central African Republic (CAR) presidential election, rejected provisional results on Wednesday, alleging widespread manipulation by the National Elections Authority. Dologuélé claimed that more…

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Former Ghana Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Detained in the U.S. Amid Corruption Charges

Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana’s former finance minister, has been detained by U.S. authorities, his lawyer confirmed Wednesday. Ofori-Atta, 66, is in the United States for medical treatment but faces corruption allegations…

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Mali and Canada Strengthen Cooperation to Protect Education Amid Insecurity

Mali and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting education in regions affected by insecurity, aiming to improve access to schooling and sustain learning for vulnerable children. On Monday in…

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Somalia Launches “Total War” Against al-Shabab as Government Reclaims Key Towns

Somalia’s National Army has intensified operations against al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab militants, aiming to dismantle networks threatening the capital, Mogadishu, and regain control over southern and central regions. The campaign is part…

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South Africa Assures U.S. It Will Not Block Controversial Afrikaner Refugee Program

South Africa has agreed not to interfere with a U.S. refugee program that allows white South Africans to emigrate, according to a December 23 internal meeting summary reviewed by Reuters.…

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Senegal Exceeds 2025 Oil and Gas Production Targets

Senegal has surpassed its 2025 oil and gas production forecasts, cementing its status as an emerging energy producer in Africa, according to the Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines. Minister…

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Ivory Coast Government Resigns After RHDP Landslide Victory

Ivory Coast’s government has formally resigned, clearing the way for a new cabinet following last month’s legislative elections in which the ruling RHDP party won more than 75% of parliamentary…

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AU Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland, Citing Regional and Legal Concerns

The African Union (AU) has strongly condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state, calling the move “unilateral and illegitimate” in a statement released Tuesday. The AU’s Council for…

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Migrant Boat Returns to Gambia After Taking on Water, No Casualties Reported

A boat carrying dozens of migrants aiming to reach Spain returned to shore after taking on water off the coast of Gambia, officials said. No casualties were reported. The vessel…

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Young African Migrants Face Freezing Nights on the Streets of Paris

In the historic heart of Paris, several dozen snow-covered tents shelter around 300 young African migrants, many of whom are unaccompanied minors seeking official recognition, as they spend nights outdoors…

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Nigerian Air Force Takes Lead After U.S. Strikes on Jihadists in Sokoto

The Nigerian Air Force will assume primary responsibility for counterterrorism operations following U.S. airstrikes on Christmas Day targeting jihadist groups in Sokoto State, northwestern Nigeria, according to a Nigerian official.…

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