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Morocco Seeks UNESCO Heritage Status for Iconic Caftan as Global Symbol of Craftsmanship

Morocco is moving to secure global recognition for one of its most cherished cultural symbols the caftan, a centuries-old garment that embodies elegance, identity, and artisanal mastery. The North African…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Cameroon Opposition Leader Rejects Election Results as Deadly Protests Erupt

Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary has vowed to keep challenging President Paul Biya’s re-election, rejecting the official results and calling for continued “peaceful resistance” despite mounting unrest across the…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Mali Cancels Over 90 Mining Permits Amid Push for Tighter Resource Control

Mali’s military-led government has revoked more than 90 mining exploration permits, including several held by foreign companies, citing widespread failure to comply with the country’s updated mining regulations. The cancellations,…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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London Protesters Demand Global Action as Sudan’s War Reaches Breaking Point

Dozens of protesters rallied outside Downing Street on Wednesday, demanding stronger international action to end Sudan’s devastating civil war, now entering its third year with no sign of resolution. The…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Seychelles Marks 40 Years of the Kreol Festival; A Global Celebration of Creole Heritage

The Seychelles has launched celebrations for the 40th edition of the Kreol Festival, one of the world’s most prominent events dedicated to Creole culture and identity. First held in 1985,…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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UK Deports Ethiopian Sex Offender After Prison Blunder

The British government has deported Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, an Ethiopian man convicted of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl, days after his accidental release from prison sparked public outrage and anti-migrant…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Burkina Faso Dissolves Electoral Commission, Hands Control of Elections to Interior Ministry

Burkina Faso’s Transitional Legislative Assembly has voted to dissolve the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), ending more than two decades of autonomous election management and placing future polls directly under…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Ethiopia Pushes to Convert Commercial Debt into Concessional Loans Amid Economic Reforms

The Ethiopian government is in active negotiations with international creditors to convert a portion of its commercial debt into concessional loans, a move aimed at easing repayment pressures and lowering…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

ANN West Africa

Gambia Warns Exiled Ex-President Yahya Jammeh of Arrest if He Attempts Return

The Gambian government has issued a sharp warning to former president Yahya Jammeh, saying he will face arrest and prosecution if he attempts to return from exile next year. The…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Kenya Seizes Over One Tonne of Meth in Major High-Seas Drug Bust

Kenyan authorities have carried out one of the country’s largest-ever narcotics seizures, intercepting more than one tonne of crystal methamphetamine in a high-seas operation backed by INTERPOL. Six crew members…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Tanzanians Vote Amid Political Tensions

Polling stations opened across Tanzania on Wednesday for a closely watched general election marked by tight security, opposition arrests, and concerns over democratic freedoms. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Africa’s only…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025