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Sierra Leone Parliament Approves Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2028 Election

Sierra Leone’s Parliament has approved a major constitutional reform package that will change the country’s electoral system ahead of the 2028 presidential election, despite strong opposition from the main opposition…

Africa News Now August 11, 2026

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Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Move to Harmonize Energy and Mining Policies

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have opened a high-level meeting in Ouagadougou to coordinate their policies on energy, mining and oil as the three countries deepen economic integration under the…

Africa News Now August 11, 2026

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Drone Attack Sets Fire to Major Libya Fuel Tank at Zawiya Refinery

A major gasoline storage tank at Libya’s Zawiya oil complex, about 40 kilometres west of Tripoli, caught fire and collapsed after an attack that authorities say was carried out by…

Africa News Now August 11, 2026

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Niger Threatens Sanctions Against Bus Operators After Deadly Collision Kills 22

Nigerian authorities have warned that transport companies STM and SONITRAV could face serious sanctions, including the withdrawal of their operating licences, following a deadly head-on collision that killed 22 people,…

Africa News Now August 11, 2026

ANN West Africa

Zambia Election: Hichilema Targets Youth Vote as Campaign Enters Final Stretch

With Zambia’s presidential election just days away, President Hakainde Hichilema is intensifying his campaign, making a direct appeal to young voters who could play a decisive role in Thursday’s vote.…

Africa News Now August 11, 2026

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Cameroon, Malawi stun giants Nigeria and Ghana to reach WAFCON semifinals

Cameroon and Malawi produced major upsets at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, eliminating defending champions Nigeria and Ghana respectively to reach the semifinals and secure qualification…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

ANN Northern Africa

Libya Central Bank Governor Naji Issa Resigns Amid Economic and Political Tensions

Libya’s Central Bank Governor Naji Issa has submitted his resignation, adding fresh uncertainty to the country’s fragile financial and political situation. Issa confirmed the resignation, but said the reasons were…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Madagascar Clears Colonial-Era Land Law, Putting Foreign-Registered Property Under State Control

Madagascar’s High Constitutional Court has reportedly cleared a controversial land reform that would allow the state to reclaim certain properties still registered in the names of foreigners from the colonial…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

ANN West Africa

Mali Army Says It Repelled Militant Attack on San Military Base

Mali’s armed forces say they have repelled an early-morning assault on a military base in San, in the Ségou region, as fighting with armed groups continues to threaten security across…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

ANN West Africa

Sierra Leone’s Bio Pushes Parliament to Approve Controversial Electoral Reforms

Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio has urged Parliament to approve a disputed constitutional reform package that would change the way presidential and parliamentary elections are conducted ahead of the…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

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DR Congo Releases River Boat After Ebola Fears Prove Unfounded

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have released a river boat that was detained last week after fears that passengers could be carrying Ebola. Health Minister Samuel-Roger Kamba said…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026