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South Africa Prepares for G20 Presidency, Emphasizing Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability

New York, March 24, 2025 – The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) held an informal plenary meeting today in New York, where South Africa’s G20 Sherpa, Zane Dangor, provided a…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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Mia Love, Trailblazing Black Republican Congresswoman, Dies at 49

Mia Love, the former U.S. Representative from Utah and the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, passed away on Sunday at the age. Born to Haitian immigrant parents, Love…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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Niger Declares National Mourning After Deadly Jihadist Attack on Mosque

The Nigerien government has declared three days of national mourning to honor the victims of a brutal jihadist attack on a mosque in Niamey, which left at least 40 worshippers…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Hundreds Protest in Lomé Against Togo’s Proposed Constitutional Reforms

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Lomé, Togo’s capital, to oppose the government’s proposed constitutional changes, which critics say could entrench the ruling party’s hold on power. The…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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NDLEA Arrests Indian National, Seizes Over 180kg of Drugs in Major Crackdown

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking with a series of high-profile arrests and drug seizures across Nigeria. Among those arrested is a…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Gambia Intercepts Over 70 West African Migrants in Crackdown on Illegal Migration

Gambian authorities have intercepted more than 70 West African migrants attempting to embark on a dangerous journey to Europe. The group, comprising nationals from Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, and Senegal, was detained…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Ghana and Georgia Strengthen Ties as Ukraine Seeks to Restore Educational Partnerships

Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that Georgia is considering establishing a diplomatic presence in Accra as part of efforts to enhance bilateral relations between the…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Major Cybercrime Crackdown: 306 Arrested, 1,842 Devices Seized Across Seven African Nations

In a sweeping international operation against cyber-enabled scams, authorities in seven African nations have arrested 306 suspects and seized 1,842 devices as part of Operation Red Card—a coordinated crackdown on…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Marks One Year in Office, Reflects on Achievements and Challenges

One year after his historic election, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has reflected on his leadership, highlighting both achievements and ongoing challenges. Since assuming office, Faye, alongside Prime Minister Ousmane…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Chad Condemns Sudanese General’s Threats, Calls It a “Declaration of War

Chad has strongly condemned remarks made by a senior Sudanese general, describing them as a "declaration of war" after he threatened to target Chadian airports. In a statement, Chad’s foreign…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Six Police Officers Killed in Al-Shabab Attack Near Kenya-Somalia Border

Six police personnel were killed and four others injured in a pre-dawn ambush near the Kenyan-Somali border on Sunday. The attack occurred at 05:30 local time (02:30 GMT) when assailants…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025