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AU Envoy Faure Gnassingbé Meets Angolan Leader in Luanda to Advance DRC Peace Talks

Newly appointed African Union (AU) mediator and Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé arrived in Luanda on Wednesday to meet with Angolan President João Lourenço, as part of renewed efforts to resolve…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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Former Gambian Soldier Finnally Convicted of Torture in U.S. Court, Marking Landmark Human Rights Case

A U.S. federal jury in Denver has convicted former Gambian soldier Michael Sang Correa on six counts of torture and conspiracy to commit torture, marking the first-ever prosecution under the…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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IMF Reaches Agreement with Ghana on Fourth Review, Paving Way for $370 Million Disbursement

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Ghana on the fourth review of its $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program. If approved by the IMF…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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Ethiopian Orthodox Church in D.C. Preserves Ancient Traditions Amid Modern Diaspora Life

In the heart of Washington, D.C., Re’ese Adbarat Debre Selam Kidist Mariam Church serves as a spiritual and cultural hub for one of the largest Ethiopian communities in the United…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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Sahel Alliance Military Chiefs Convene in Ouagadougou to Bolster Joint Counter-Terrorism Force

Top military officials from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—have convened in Ouagadougou for a two-day summit focused on accelerating joint counter-terrorism efforts. The meeting,…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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BCEAO Ends Special Status for Niger Government Bonds Amid Signs of Financial Stability

The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) has officially revoked the special regulatory treatment previously granted to Nigerien government securities. Effective April 3, 2025, these securities will now be…

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Benin Unveils 2026 General Election Timetable to Boost Transparency and Participation

Benin’s National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA) has officially released the timeline for the country’s 2026 general elections, signaling the start of preparations for what authorities hope will be a transparent…

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Chadian Students in Nigeria Face Deportation Threats, Urge Diplomatic Intervention

Chadian students enrolled in universities in Nigeria's Plateau State are raising alarms over threats of forced repatriation by the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), following recent arrests and warnings of imminent…

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Senegalese MP Seeks High Treason Charges Against Ex-President Macky Sall Over Financial Scandal

A Senegalese lawmaker has officially submitted a proposal to indict former President Macky Sall for high treason, following damning findings by the country’s Court of Auditors. The report alleges widespread…

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Namibia Imposes Visa Requirements on U.S. Citizens in Reciprocal Travel Policy Shift

In a landmark shift in foreign policy, Namibia has ended visa-free entry for U.S. citizens, citing the need for reciprocity in international travel. The new regulation, announced by the Namibian…

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Ghana Bans Foreigners from Local Gold Trade with the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board

Ghana has officially banned all foreign nationals from trading in its local gold market, a move aimed at boosting national revenue, curbing illegal mining, and bringing greater regulation to one…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025