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Kizza Besigye Appears Frail in Court as Ugandan Opposition Leader Faces Harsh Detention Conditions

Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition figure and former presidential candidate, appeared in court on Friday in a weakened state, drawing concern from supporters who described him as "critically ill."…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025

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Morocco Faces Severe Agricultural Crisis as Drought Hits Livestock and Crop Production

Morocco's cattle and sheep populations have drastically decreased by 38% in the past nine years, primarily due to the ongoing drought crisis, Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari reported on Thursday.…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Ghana’s President Mahama Advocates for Africa’s Self-Sufficiency and Economic Independence at Munich Security Conference

President John Dramani Mahama participated in the Opening Townhall Meeting of the Munich Security Conference today, where he joined global leaders, policymakers, and economic experts in discussing the theme “Building…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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The Gambia and India Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Focus on Defense Cooperation

The Gambia and India have solidified their bilateral relationship by focusing on enhancing collaboration in key areas such as capacity building, capability enhancement, and the sharing of best practices for…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Mali Launches DDR-1 Program to Disarm and Reintegrate Former Combatants

In a significant step toward peace and stability, the transitional authorities in Mali have officially launched the Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR-1) program. This initiative aims to disarm and reintegrate…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Over 3,600 Nigerians Return from Chad After Decade of Refugee Status

More than 3,600 Nigerians who fled to neighboring Chad a decade ago to escape the ravages of jihadist violence in northeastern Nigeria have recently returned home, according to an aid…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Popular Congolese Musician Delcat Idengo Killed While Filming Music Video in Goma

Delphin Katembo Vinywasiki, the popular Congolese musician known as Delcat Idengo, has been tragically killed while filming a music video in Goma, located in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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President Zelensky to Deliver Virtual Address at African Union Summit Amid Diplomatic Tensions

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has been informed that he will not be attending the upcoming African Union (AU) summit in person. In a letter dated February 5th, Zelensky was…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Liberia’s Supreme Court Justice Supports Speaker Koffa Amid Political Deadlock in House of Representatives

Liberia's Supreme Court Justice, Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, has publicly weighed in on the ongoing political deadlock in the country's House of Representatives, offering a significant boost to embattled Speaker Fonati…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Nigeria Approves $200 Million Health Sector Boost Amid U.S. Aid Cuts

Nigeria’s lawmakers have approved an additional $200 million for the country’s health sector as part of the 2025 federal budget to mitigate the impact of a 90-day aid freeze from…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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South Africa Honors Fallen Peacekeepers Killed in DRC Clashes with Moving Ceremony

The remains of 14 South African peacekeepers who tragically lost their lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) were repatriated to South Africa on Thursday, with a solemn ceremony…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025