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U.S. Imposes Stricter Visa Rules on Nigeria and Ghana Amid Immigration Crackdown

The United States has revised its visa reciprocity policy for Nigeria and Ghana, significantly tightening restrictions on travelers from the two West African nations. Under the new rules, tourist, business,…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

ANN West Africa

Ghana Abstains from UN Vote on LGBTQ+ Rights Amid Renewed Push for Anti-Gay Legislation

Ghana abstained from a key United Nations Human Rights Council vote on July 7, 2025, concerning the renewal of the mandate for the Independent Expert on protection against violence and…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Congo Honors Beatified Customs Officer Killed for Resisting Corruption

The Democratic Republic of Congo has formally honored Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, a customs officer killed in 2007 for refusing a bribe, by transferring his remains to Goma’s Saint…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

African Diaspora ANN West Africa

Trump Hosts West African Leaders for First Post-Reelection U.S.-Africa Mini-Summit

In a bid to revitalize U.S.-Africa relations, President Donald Trump is hosting a high-level mini-summit in Washington, D.C., this week with leaders from Senegal, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Gabon. The…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

ANN West Africa

Suspended Ghana Chief Justice Sues State at ECOWAS Court Over Alleged Rights Violations

Suspended Chief Justice of Ghana, Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, has filed a landmark lawsuit against the Republic of Ghana at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja, Nigeria, alleging violations…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

ANN Southern Africa

South Africa Rejects Trump-Era 30% Tariff, Cites Trade Data Discrepancies

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly criticized the United States' decision to impose a unilateral 30% tariff on South African imports, calling it unjustified and inconsistent with actual trade…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Cameroon Fines Orange and MTN €4 Million Over Poor Network Coverage and Consumer Rights Violations

The Telecommunications Regulatory Agency of Cameroon (ART) has levied fines totaling nearly €4 million against Orange Cameroon and MTN Cameroon for failing to meet mandatory service quality and coverage standards.…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

African Diaspora ANN West Africa

France Approves Return of Côte d’Ivoire’s Sacred Drum Looted in 1916

The French government has officially approved the restitution of Côte d’Ivoire’s sacred talking drum, Djidji Ayôkwé, a culturally significant artifact looted by French colonial forces in 1916. In a unanimous…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

African Diaspora ANN West Africa

Senegal Partners with Korea’s DONEWON to Boost Fisheries Sector Under Agenda 2050

The Senegalese government has entered high-level talks with South Korean fishing conglomerate DONEWON to strengthen its fisheries value chain, promote local seafood processing, and support the country's long-term development blueprint,…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

ANN West Africa

IMF Approves $370 Million Disbursement to Ghana After Successful 4th Review

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $370 million disbursement to Ghana following the successful completion of the fourth review of the country’s economic performance under the Extended Credit…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Over 1,200 Migrants Detained in Crete Amid Surge in Crossings from Libya

Greek authorities have detained more than 1,200 migrants on the islands of Crete and Gavdos between Saturday and Monday, following a sharp increase in arrivals from Libya. The influx marks…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025