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Egypt Rejects Trump’s Proposal on Palestinian Refugees, US-Egypt Tensions Rise

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty arrived in Washington on Monday, where he was greeted by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. His visit comes amid growing tensions between Egypt and…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Jacob Zuma’s Party Files Treason Complaint Against AfriForum Over Land Reform Law Criticism

South Africa’s former president Jacob Zuma’s political party, the Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association (MK), has filed a treason complaint against the Afrikaner rights group AfriForum. The complaint stems…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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US Aid Freeze Sparks Concern in Africa, Threatening Vital Humanitarian Operations

A freeze on global aid imposed by the Trump administration has sparked significant concern across Africa, as humanitarian groups and civil society organizations fear the detrimental effects on vulnerable populations.…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Tunisian Man Goes on Trial in France for Terrorist Killing of Three People in Nice Basilica

A Tunisian man, Brahim Aouissaoui, 25, has gone on trial in France on terrorism charges in connection with the 2020 killing of three people at the Notre-Dame basilica in Nice,…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Ghana’s President John Mahama Bans State-Funded First-Class Travel for Officials to Curb Spending

In a bid to reduce government expenditure, Ghana’s President John Mahama has announced a ban on state-funded first-class travel for government officials, including cabinet ministers. The directive, aimed at promoting…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Senegal and Mauritania Launch Second Joint Maritime Patrol to Combat Regional Security Threats

Senegal and Mauritania are stepping up their maritime security efforts with an enhanced operational partnership to address rising regional challenges. The two neighboring countries recently carried out their second joint…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025

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Deadly Ambush on Civilian Convoy in Mali Kills 25, Dozens Injured Amid Rising Insecurity

At least 25 civilians were killed and dozens more injured in a brutal ambush on a civilian convoy in Mali on Friday afternoon. The attack occurred on the road between…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025

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AI Tool Developed to Combat Food Insecurity and Malnutrition in Kenya Amid Ongoing Drought

Esther Mulu, a 69-year-old mother and grandmother from Kitui County, Kenya, has endured the hardships of food shortages for years. She relies on her small farm to feed her large…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025

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Eastern and Southern African Leaders Urge Ceasefire and Dialogue in Eastern Congo Crisis

Leaders from eastern and southern Africa have called for an immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo, where rebels from the M23 group are threatening to overthrow the Congolese government. The summit,…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025

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Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s First President and Liberation Hero, Dies at 95

Sam Nujoma, the revered freedom fighter and first president of Namibia, has passed away at the age of 95. Nujoma, a towering figure in Namibian history, led the country to…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025

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FIFA Suspends Congolese Football Federation Amid Political Tensions

FA has announced the immediate suspension of the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT) due to ongoing political interference, marking a significant disruption in the country’s football landscape. This suspension follows months…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025