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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

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DRC Issues Arrest Warrant for Corneille Nangaa Over Alleged Role in Human Rights Abuses and M23 Rebel Ties

The military justice system of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has issued an arrest warrant for Corneille Nangaa, the former head of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), accusing…

Africa News Now February 6, 2025

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Rwandan-backed M23 Rebels Advance in Eastern Congo Despite Ceasefire Announcement, Escalating Tensions

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels continued their advance in eastern Congo on Wednesday, despite announcing a unilateral ceasefire earlier this week. The rebels captured a key city approximately 60 miles (96 kilometers)…

Africa News Now February 6, 2025

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Guinean Press Professionals Union Reports 70 Attacks on Press Freedom in 2024 Amid Rising Restrictions

The Guinean Press Professionals Union (SPPG) has reported a disturbing surge in attacks on press freedom throughout 2024, documenting at least 70 incidents of aggression against journalists and media outlets.…

Africa News Now February 6, 2025

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Nigeria Secures $500 Million from World Bank to Boost Rural Connectivity and Agricultural Productivity

Nigeria has successfully secured $500 million in concessional financing from the World Bank for the Rural Access Agricultural Marketing Project – Scale Up (RAAMP-SU). This significant investment is part of…

Africa News Now February 6, 2025

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Tamouzok Association Formed in Mali to Promote Peace and Unity in Northern Region

A new organization, the Tamouzok Association, has been established in Mali with the goal of fostering peace, unity, and stability, particularly in the country’s conflict-affected northern region. The alliance is…

Africa News Now February 6, 2025

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Gambian President Adama Barrow Announces Bid for Third Term in 2026 Amid Controversy

Gambian President Adama Barrow has officially declared his intention to seek a third term in the upcoming 2026 general elections, a move that has generated significant debate and divided public…

Africa News Now February 6, 2025