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Ethiopia Completes Grand Renaissance Dam, Africa’s Largest Hydroelectric Project

Ethiopia has officially completed construction of the $4 billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the country’s infrastructure and…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

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Sudan’s Tasis Alliance Forms Rival Governance Council Backed by RSF and SPLM-N

Sudan’s Tasis alliance, a coalition of armed factions, political parties, and civil society groups aligned with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has announced the formation of a 31-member governance council…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

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Trump to Host Five African Leaders in July to Deepen Trade Ties Amid Shift in U.S. Africa Policy

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal from July 9 to 11, as part of a renewed push to strengthen…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN Central Africa West Africa

Over 200 Boko Haram Fighters and Families Surrender to Multinational Force in Lake Chad

More than 200 members of the Boko Haram terrorist group—including forcibly conscripted fighters, women, and children—have surrendered to the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) in Bol, Chad’s Lake region, following…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN West Africa

Guinea Unveils Draft Constitution as Key Step Toward Civilian Rule

Guinea’s transitional government has officially presented a draft constitution to junta leader General Mamady Doumbouya, marking what observers see as a potential turning point toward restoring democratic governance after nearly…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN West Africa

Sonko Vows to Reopen Defamation Case Despite Supreme Court Ruling and Amnesty Law

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has reaffirmed his commitment to reviving the high-profile defamation case against former Tourism Minister Mame Mbaye Niang, despite the Supreme Court’s recent rejection of his…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN West Africa

Mali Imposes Night Curfew After Deadly Coordinated Terror Attacks in Kayes and Dioïla

The Malian government has enforced a 30-day renewable night curfew across the Kayes and Dioïla regions following a wave of coordinated terrorist attacks on military outposts on Tuesday, July 1.…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN West Africa

Tems Launches Leading Vibe Initiative to Empower African Women in Music

Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has officially launched the Leading Vibe Initiative, a mentorship and career development programme aimed at empowering young women in the African music industry. The initiative, unveiled…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN West Africa

Ghana Honours PM Modi as India and Ghana Deepen Strategic Partnership

Ghana has conferred a special honour on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in recognition of his global leadership and efforts to enhance India-Africa relations. The award was presented during Modi’s…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

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Zimbabwe Court Clears Path for Gukurahundi Hearings Despite Opposition Objections

A Zimbabwean court has dismissed a legal bid by the opposition Zimbabwe African People’s Union (ZAPU) to halt public hearings on the Gukurahundi massacres—an episode of state-led violence in the…

Africa News Now July 2, 2025

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DR Congo Army Shoots Down Unauthorized Aircraft Near Conflict Zone Amid Ceasefire Tensions

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed that its military shot down an aircraft over the conflict-prone Minembwe district, near the country’s southeastern borders with Rwanda and…

Africa News Now July 2, 2025