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Pope Leo XIV Appeals for Peace Amid Rising Violence in Nigeria

Pope Leo XIV has called for an end to escalating violence in Nigeria, following deadly attacks in Kaduna state that have left scores dead and dozens abducted. Speaking after Sunday’s…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

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CEMAC Suspends Activities Amid Financial Crisis in Central Africa

The Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC) has announced a suspension of most of its projects and official missions due to a severe financial crisis affecting its operations.…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Uganda and Tanzania Strengthen Ties with Infrastructure and Trade Talks

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni and Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan held high-level talks at State House in Dar es Salaam on Saturday, focusing on trade, infrastructure, and regional cooperation. The…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Kenyan Breast Cancer Survivor Knits Affordable Prostheses to Restore Dignity

At a small tailoring shop on the outskirts of Nairobi, breast cancer survivors are finding comfort, confidence and community through handmade knitted breast prostheses. The initiative is led by Mary…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

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Somali President Slams Gaza Violence and Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has sharply criticized the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, calling both issues threats to international law and regional stability. Speaking on…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

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South Africa Launches First Locally Made Vaccine in Fight Against Major Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak

South Africa is battling its worst foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak in decades, but authorities say a newly produced local vaccine could be a turning point for the livestock industry. The…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

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Protests Erupt at Dakar University Over 13-Month Delay in Student Bursaries

Tensions have flared again at Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD) in Dakar, where students have been protesting for weeks over long-delayed government financial aid, triggering clashes with security forces and…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Eritrea Denies Ethiopian Claims of Cross-Border Military Presence

Tensions are mounting in the Horn of Africa after Eritrea rejected Ethiopian accusations that its troops are operating inside Ethiopian territory and supporting insurgents. Ethiopia recently called for the withdrawal…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

ANN West Africa

Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader Summoned by Military Court Over Coup Allegations

Guinea-Bissau’s main opposition figure, Domingos Simões Pereira, has been ordered to appear before a military court over alleged links to multiple coup attempts, according to judicial and military sources. Pereira,…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

ANN West Africa

Ghana Recalls High Commissioner to Nigeria Over Primary Election Allegations

President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the immediate recall of Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, following allegations of misconduct linked to internal party primaries. In a…

Africa News Now February 8, 2026

ANN West Africa

U.S. Delivers Military Aid to Nigeria Following Christmas Day Strikes on Militants

The United States delivered “critical military supplies” to Nigeria on Tuesday, reinforcing security cooperation following U.S. airstrikes on December 25 against militant groups in the country’s northwest. The strikes targeted…

Africa News Now January 14, 2026