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Human Rights Watch Accuses Burkina Faso Government Over Fulani Civilians Killings.

At least 100 ethnic Fulani civilians were killed by Burkina Faso’s military and allied pro-government militias in a series of deadly attacks between late February and early April near the…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Thierry Tanoh Quits PDCI Leadership Amid Legal Disputes and Nationality Row

Thierry Tanoh, former banker and president of Côte d'Ivoire’s main opposition party, the Democratic Party of Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI), has stepped down from his post, citing “judicial harassment” and politically…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Gambia Reveals $17 Million in Seized Assets from Exiled Former President Yahya Jammeh

The Gambian Ministry of Justice has released a detailed inventory of assets confiscated from former President Yahya Jammeh, revealing a total value exceeding 1.24 billion Gambian dalasis (approx. $17 million).…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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President Ouattara Hosts Africa CEO Forum 2025 in Abidjan, Championing Public-Private Collaboration

Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara inaugurated the 12th edition of the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, bringing together over 2,000 leaders from across the continent to discuss strategies for economic transformation…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Senegal Cracks Down on Dakar Drug Network, Dozens Arrested in Major Operation

Senegalese law enforcement has dismantled a significant drug trafficking network operating in Dakar, arresting over a dozen suspects, mostly foreign nationals, in a coordinated raid led by the Central Office…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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King Promise Crowned Artiste of the Year at 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards

Ghanaian hip life star King Promise was named Artiste of the Year at the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) 2025, securing his place among the country's top musical icons.…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Alliance of Sahel States Adopts Anthem to Bolster Regional Identity

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) — comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger — has officially adopted its first anthem on May 10, just a month after launching a public…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Drying Rivers and Fading Harvests: Nigerian Farmers Struggle Against Climate-Driven Water Crisis

As rivers dry up and groundwater becomes harder to access, Nigerian farmers are facing unprecedented challenges to keep their crops alive—threatening food security in Africa’s most populous nation. The worsening…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Kenyan Entomologist Warn of Ecological Risks After Court Cracks Down on Illegal Ant Traffickers.

Kenyan authorities have issued stern penalties against four men involved in the illegal collection and attempted smuggling of thousands of live ants to overseas markets, in what experts and officials…

Africa News Now May 8, 2025

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Julius Malema Denied UK Visa Ahead of Cambridge Conference, Sparks Outcry Over Alleged Political Censorship

Julius Malema, the outspoken leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has accused the UK government of deliberately blocking his participation in an upcoming conference at the University of…

Africa News Now May 7, 2025

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Greece and Egypt Reaffirm $4.5 Billion Clean Energy Pact to Power Europe via Mediterranean Cable

Greece and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to a landmark clean energy initiative that aims to connect North Africa to Europe via an undersea electricity cable capable of transmitting 3,000…

Africa News Now May 7, 2025