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Boston Declares “Burna Boy Day” to Honor Grammy-Winning Artist’s Historic TD Garden Performance

In a historic move, the city of Boston, Massachusetts, has declared March 2, as “Burna Boy Day” to honor the Grammy-winning Nigerian artist’s remarkable achievement in the music industry. This…

Africa News Now March 3, 2025

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Tunisia’s Copper Craft Faces Decline as Ramadan Tradition Struggles to Survive

As Ramadan approaches in Tunisia, the tradition of polishing copper kitchen utensils to prepare for the holy month is alive in the ancient city of Kairouan, a hub renowned for…

Africa News Now March 3, 2025

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Egypt Unveils Practical Plan for Gaza Reconstruction, Aiming to Avoid Displacement

Egypt’s top diplomat, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, has presented his country’s comprehensive plan to rebuild Gaza, highlighting its feasibility and the goal of achieving reconstruction without displacing its residents. Abdelatty…

Africa News Now March 3, 2025

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Namibia Bids Farewell to Founding Father Sam Nujoma at Heroes Acre

Namibia’s founding president, Sam Nujoma, was laid to rest on Saturday at the Heroes Acre cemetery in Windhoek, in a ceremony attended by his widow, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous…

Africa News Now March 3, 2025

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Russia Extends Support to Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Strengthens Counter-Terrorism Efforts

The Russian government has voiced its strong support for the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), lauding the initiative as an effective African-led solution to regional challenges. In an exclusive interview…

Africa News Now February 27, 2025

ANN West Africa

Ivorian Customs Seize $19 Million Worth of Falsely Declared Cocoa Beans in Major Smuggling Bust

Ivorian customs officials have made a significant seizure at the Port of Abidjan, intercepting approximately 2,000 metric tons of falsely declared cocoa beans, valued at an estimated $19 million. The…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

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Libyan Army Captures FPL Leader Mahmoud Sallah, Raising Concerns Over Cross-Border Security in the Sahel

The Libyan Army has arrested Mahmoud Sallah, leader of the Patriotic Front for Liberation (FPL), during a military operation on February 23 in southern Libya’s Qatrun region. Sallah, a prominent…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

ANN West Africa

Mali Responds to U.S. Revocation of $14 Million Grant, Rejects Allegations of Aid Misuse

Mali's government has formally addressed the U.S. decision to revoke a $14 million grant (approximately 8.8 billion FCFA) originally allocated to support social cohesion and peacebuilding efforts within the country.…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

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Chad Completes Political Transition with Senate Election, Marking a New Era under President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno

Chad has officially concluded its nearly four-year political transition, which began following the death of former President Idriss Déby Itno in 2021. The final step in this transition came with…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

ANN West Africa

ECOWAS Leaders Meet in Abuja to Strengthen Standby Force and Regional Security

Leaders from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have convened in Abuja to intensify efforts aimed at fortifying the ECOWAS Standby Force (SSF), a critical component in enhancing…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

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Spanish City Honors Senegalese Migrants for Heroic Intervention in Gay Man’s Murder

In a poignant ceremony on Monday, the Spanish city of A Coruña honored two Senegalese migrants, Ibrahima Diack and Magatte N'Diaye, for their courageous actions in attempting to save Samuel…

Africa News Now February 25, 2025