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Benin Receives 22 Vehicles from Japan to Enhance Security Operations in New Cooperation Project

Benin's Republican Police and Civil Protection Agency have officially received 22 vehicles from Japan, a donation aimed at enhancing the country's security operations. The fleet consists of 20 pickups and…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Ghana to Host Third Edition of African Schools Football Championship, Marking Historic First for West Africa

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that Ghana will be the host nation for the highly anticipated third edition of the African Schools Football Championship. This landmark…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Opposition Leader Tidjane Thiam Criticizes Ouattara’s Re-election Bid, Addresses Eligibility Concerns Ahead of Côte d’Ivoire Election

With just eight months remaining until Côte d'Ivoire’s presidential election, opposition leader Tidjane Thiam is intensifying his campaign to gain support both at home and abroad. During a recent meeting…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Guinea Suspends Opposition Parties Over Non-Compliance as Political Tensions Escalate

Guinea's authorities have officially suspended the RPG ARC-EN-CIEL and UFR opposition parties for failing to comply with the country’s political party regulations. This suspension follows a recent political party evaluation…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Kidnapping of ‘Don’t Touch My Money’ Leader Sparks Outrage Amid Growing Economic Unrest in Mali

The president of the "Don’t Touch My Money" (Dôremê té bôh Alà) movement, Mohamed Sacko, remains missing after being abducted by armed, hooded men in broad daylight near the Ministry…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Alliance of Sahel States Advances Regional Integration with Key Economic and Infrastructure Initiatives

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has made substantial progress in enhancing regional cooperation, with a strong focus on economic integration, infrastructure development, and strategic defense initiatives. During a high-level…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Opposition Urges President to Resist US Pressure

Tensions between South Africa and the United States have escalated following the expulsion of South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool from Washington. The US State Department declared Rasool an "unwelcome person,"…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

African Diaspora ANN Central Africa

Rwanda Expels Belgian Diplomats Amid Tensions Over DRC Conflict and Colonial Legacy

Rwanda has officially severed diplomatic ties with Belgium, demanding that Belgian diplomats leave the country within 48 hours. The expulsion follows a heated exchange between the two nations, with Rwanda…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Critical Peace Talks Begin in Luanda Amid Ceasefire Violations and Regional Tensions

A critical week is unfolding for the ongoing conflict in Eastern Congo, with key peace talks between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 armed group scheduled for…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Burkina Faso Government Urges Armed Groups to End Conflict Amid Allegations of Massacre

The Burkinabe government has issued a strong appeal for armed groups to lay down their weapons and cease hostilities, urging the nation to prioritize development over prolonged conflict. In a…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Conflict in South Kivu Forces Over 850,000 to Flee, Puts Children at Increased Risk

The ongoing violence in South Kivu, a province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has escalated significantly, forcing over 850,000 people, nearly half of whom are children,…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025