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Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Quit ICC, Calling It a “Neocolonial Tool”

In a joint move underscoring their break with Western institutions, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have formally announced plans to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), branding it a…

Africa News Now September 23, 2025

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Morocco Launches Special E-Travel Authorization for African Fans Ahead of AFCON 2025

Morocco has introduced a new electronic travel authorization system to make it easier for African football fans to attend the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country will…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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Egypt Pardons Activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah After Years of Detention

Egyptian activist and writer Alaa Abd el-Fattah, long regarded as a symbol of the country’s democratic decline, has been granted a presidential pardon after years behind bars. Abd el-Fattah should…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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South Africa Marks World Rhino Day Amid Rising Poaching Crisis

Conservationists in South Africa marked World Rhino Day with renewed urgency, as the nation remains both a sanctuary and a battleground for the survival of rhinos, one of the world’s…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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Guinea Holds Crucial Constitutional Referendum as Path Back to Civilian Rule

Guinea’s transitional leader, General Mamadi Doumbouya, cast his ballot on September 21 in a constitutional referendum widely regarded as a decisive step toward restoring civilian rule. He voted in Conakry…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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ECOWAS Forum Charts Bold Energy Future with Focus on Green Hydrogen and Clean Mobility

The 10th ECOWAS Sustainable Energy Forum (ESEF 2025) wrapped up in Banjul with a strong call for greater regional cooperation to fast-track universal access to affordable and sustainable energy across…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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Ghana to Receive 40 More Deportees from US Under Existing Agreement

Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has confirmed that the country will soon welcome 40 additional deportees from the United States, following the earlier return of 14 Ghanaians…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Tinubu Ends Six-Month Emergency in Rivers State, Governor Fubara Reinstated

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has lifted the six-month emergency rule imposed on Rivers State, restoring democratic governance after months of political and security turmoil in the oil-rich region. The emergency,…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Burkina Faso to Host West Africa Mining Week 2025 Amid Record Gold Production

Burkina Faso is set to host the 7th edition of the West Africa Mining Activities Week (SAMAO 2025) from September 25 to 27 in Ouagadougou, bringing together over 2,000 participants…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Libyan Naval Force Rescues 35 Migrants Near Tunisian Border

Libya’s Zuwara Naval Operations Force announced Thursday that it had rescued 35 migrants in a mission near the Tunisian border earlier this week, underscoring the growing dangers faced by those…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Mali Hosts Landmark Congress to Tackle High Maternal and Child Mortality

Mali has taken a major step toward improving maternal and child health by hosting its first-ever Gynecological-Pediatric Congress, held from September 16 to 20, 2025, at the International Conference Center…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025