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Benin Military Calls for Regional Cooperation Against Terrorist

On January 9, a deadly attack in northern Benin claimed the lives of approximately 30 soldiers. The assault, carried out by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

ANN West Africa

Ghana and Senegal Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Focus on Key Sectors

Ghana and Senegal have entered a new phase of collaboration, marked by a comprehensive agreement to enhance cooperation in critical sectors including hydrocarbons, defense, security, education, health, and tourism. The…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

ANN West Africa

Expanding Global Influence;Nigeria Joins BRICS as New Partner Nation from Africa

Brazil's government announced on Friday that Nigeria has officially been accepted as a partner country in the BRICS group, marking a significant expansion of the alliance. The addition of Nigeria,…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba Returns to Social Media, Issues Controversial Directive to Arrest Opposition Members

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, made a sudden return to X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, just days after announcing his departure to focus on his…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Togo Considers Joining the Alliance of Sahel States, Strengthening Regional Ties

Togo is contemplating the possibility of joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), with Foreign Minister Robert Dussey revealing the country's openness to the idea during an interview with Voxafrica…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Somali Fishermen Seize Chinese Trawler in Protest Against Illegal Fishing Off Puntland Coast

Liban Hassan, a 32-year-old fisherman from the coastal town of Eyl in Puntland, Somalia, has spent the majority of his life fishing the waters off Somalia’s northeastern coast. But in…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Over 230,000 Displaced by Escalating Violence in Eastern DR Congo, UN Reports

The United Nations has reported that more than 230,000 people have been displaced in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since the beginning of the year, as violence continues to…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN Southern Africa

South African Authorities Criticized Over Handling of Deadly Standoff with Illegal Miners

South African authorities are facing mounting criticism for their handling of a standoff involving illegal miners trapped in an abandoned gold mine, with the death toll from the incident rising…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa Northern Africa

UN Warns of Escalating Ethnic Violence in Sudan Amid Ongoing Conflict

The United Nations Human Rights Office has raised alarms about the escalating risks faced by civilians in Sudan, particularly due to targeted ethnic violence in the Al Jazirah region. The…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN West Africa

Sierra Leone Recalls Ambassador After Embassy Vehicle Seized with Suspected Cocaine

Sierra Leone has recalled its ambassador from Guinea after a diplomatic vehicle was found to be carrying seven suitcases suspected to contain cocaine. The vehicle, belonging to Sierra Leone’s embassy…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa Northern Africa

US Imposes Sanctions on Sudan’s Army Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan Amid Ongoing Civil War

The United States is set to impose sanctions on Sudan's army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, following similar actions taken against his rival, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, leader of the Rapid Support…

Africa News Now January 16, 2025