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Nigerian Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman Sentenced to 75 Years for Corruption

A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced former Nigerian power minister Saleh Mamman to 75 years in prison after convicting him of laundering billions of naira linked to hydro-electric…

Africa News Now May 14, 2026

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Macron Backs African-Led Solutions to Continent’s Security Crises

French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed France’s support for African-led responses to political and security challenges across the continent during a high-level meeting at the headquarters of the African Union…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

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Sarkozy Faces Fresh Seven-Year Jail Request in Libya Campaign Funding Appeal

French prosecutors have asked an appeals court to sentence former French president Nicolas Sarkozy to seven years in prison over allegations that his 2007 presidential campaign received illegal funding from…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

ANN Central Africa

Gabon Moves to Increase Control of Mining Sector with Planned Stake in Eramet

The Gabonese government has announced plans to acquire a stake in French mining company Eramet, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen national control over the country’s natural resources…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

ANN West Africa

Ghana Begins Evacuation of Citizens Amid Rising Anti-Foreigner Tensions in South Africa

The Government of Ghana has begun plans to evacuate nearly 300 Ghanaian nationals from South Africa following renewed anti-foreigner protests and reports of xenophobic attacks in parts of the country.…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

ANN West Africa

Burkina Faso Junta Suspends 247 More NGOs in Expanding Crackdown on Civil Society

Burkina Faso’s military government has suspended 247 additional civil society organizations, deepening an ongoing crackdown that has now affected more than 900 associations since April. The latest decree, announced on…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

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Ghana MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong Detained at Amsterdam Airport Amid US-Led Investigation Reports

Ghanaian Member of Parliament Kwame Ohene Frimpong has been detained by Dutch authorities at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, according to a statement from Ghana’s Parliament. Frimpong, who represents the Asante…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

ANN Central Africa

Chad’s “At the Heart of Art” Festival Ends with Call to Empower Youth Through Culture

The third edition of the “At the Heart of Art” festival has concluded in N’Djamena’s Bakara district, bringing together hundreds of young participants, international artists, and local performers in a…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Museveni Begins Seventh Term as Attention Turns to Son Muhoozi and Uganda’s Succession Debate

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a seventh consecutive term, extending his nearly four-decade rule and intensifying speculation over who could eventually succeed him with his son,…

Africa News Now May 12, 2026

ANN West Africa

Nollywood Mourns Actor Alexx Ekubo Following Reports of His Death at 40

The Nigerian film industry is mourning actor Alexx Ekubo following widespread reports that the Nollywood star has died at the age of 40 after a prolonged illness. While tributes from…

Africa News Now May 12, 2026

Central Africa

Republic of Congo Seeks New IMF Programme Amid Rising Debt and Oil Revenue Pressures

The Republic of Congo has formally requested negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a new economic and financial support programme as the country faces mounting debt pressures and…

Africa News Now May 12, 2026