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Tanzania Bans Foreigners from Small Businesses to Boost Local Jobs, Stirring Regional Tensions

Tanzania has announced a sweeping ban on foreign participation in 15 categories of small businesses, intensifying efforts to protect local livelihoods and boost grassroots economic empowerment. The directive, issued by…

Africa News Now July 31, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Kenya Bans Online Alcohol Sales, Raises Legal Drinking Age in Sweeping Public Health Crackdown

Kenya has unveiled a tough new set of measures to restrict alcohol access nationwide, part of an aggressive campaign to combat rising levels of alcohol abuse, especially among young people.…

Africa News Now July 31, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Border Clash Between Uganda and South Sudan Leaves Six Soldiers Dead Amid Tensions

A deadly border skirmish between Ugandan and South Sudanese forces has left at least six soldiers dead, reigniting long-standing tensions over territorial boundaries. Uganda’s military confirmed that the clash broke…

Africa News Now July 31, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Fuel Price Hike Sparks Deadly Protests in Angola, Leaving 22 Dead and Over 1,200 Arrested

At least 22 people have been killed and over 1,200 arrested in Angola as violent protests erupted nationwide in response to a sharp hike in diesel prices. Authorities say the…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Tunisia’s Ahmed Jaouadi Wins 800m Freestyle World Title with Third-Fastest Time in History

Tunisia’s rising star Ahmed Jaouadi claimed his first major international title on Wednesday, dominating the men’s 800m freestyle final at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. The 20-year-old swimmer surged…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Morocco’s King Marks 26th Throne Day with Economic Optimism, Renewed Call for Algerian Rapprochement

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI celebrated his 26th Throne Day on Wednesday with a nationally televised address that emphasized economic resilience, industrial growth, and a renewed appeal for reconciliation with neighboring…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

ANN West Africa

Ouattara’s Fourth-Term Bid Sparks Outrage in Ivory Coast Ahead of 2025 Elections

President Alassane Ouattara’s announcement that he will seek a fourth term in office has triggered sharp backlash from opposition parties and constitutional scholars in Ivory Coast, who call the move…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

ANN West Africa

Togo Confirms Dozens Killed in Jihadist Attacks as Sahel Insecurity Spills South

Togo’s foreign minister has revealed that at least 54 civilians and 8 soldiers have been killed in a wave of jihadist attacks this year, marking a rare official confirmation of…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

ANN West Africa

Nigerian Nurses Begin Nationwide Strike Over Pay, Safety and Staffing Demands

Tens of thousands of nurses and midwives in Nigeria began a nationwide strike at midnight on Tuesday, crippling healthcare delivery across public hospitals. The seven-day industrial action comes after the…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

ANN Southern Africa

Trump Threatens to Skip South Africa G20 Summit Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

A diplomatic rift is deepening between Washington and Pretoria as U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated he may not attend this year’s G20 summit in South Africa. Speaking to reporters…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

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Somaliland Offers U.S. Military Base and Minerals in Bid for International Recognition

Somaliland, the self-declared republic that broke away from Somalia in 1991, is intensifying efforts to win formal recognition from the United States, offering strategic and economic incentives in return. In…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025