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Senegal Reclaims Land from Akon’s $6 Billion ‘Wakanda-Inspired’ Smart City Project

Senegal’s government has officially reclaimed the 800-acre site allocated for Akon City, a $6 billion futuristic smart city proposed by US-Senegalese singer Akon. Initially announced in 2018, the project was…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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Mali Parliament Grants Goita Indefinite Presidential Mandate Without Elections

Mali’s transitional parliament has unanimously approved a bill granting interim leader Gen. Assimi Goita an unelected presidential mandate that can be renewed indefinitely, effectively allowing him to remain in power…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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Thomas Partey Charged with Rape and Sexual Assault Involving Three Women

Former Arsenal and Ghana international midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault by the UK’s Metropolitan Police. The alleged offences…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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Tanzania’s Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa Bows Out Ahead of 2025 Elections Amid Political Reshuffle

Tanzania’s Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has announced he will not contest his parliamentary seat in the upcoming October 2025 general elections, effectively ruling out a return as prime minister. The…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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FAO Grants Over 17 Billion CFA to Niger for Great Green Wall Land Restoration

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has allocated over 17 billion CFA francs (approximately $28 million) to Niger in support of its ongoing reforestation and land…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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Angélique Kidjo Becomes First Black African Honored on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Beninese music legend Angélique Kidjo has made history as the first Black African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a groundbreaking moment for African…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Ethiopia Completes Grand Renaissance Dam, Africa’s Largest Hydroelectric Project

Ethiopia has officially completed construction of the $4 billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the country’s infrastructure and…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Sudan’s Tasis Alliance Forms Rival Governance Council Backed by RSF and SPLM-N

Sudan’s Tasis alliance, a coalition of armed factions, political parties, and civil society groups aligned with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has announced the formation of a 31-member governance council…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

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Trump to Host Five African Leaders in July to Deepen Trade Ties Amid Shift in U.S. Africa Policy

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal from July 9 to 11, as part of a renewed push to strengthen…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN Central Africa West Africa

Over 200 Boko Haram Fighters and Families Surrender to Multinational Force in Lake Chad

More than 200 members of the Boko Haram terrorist group—including forcibly conscripted fighters, women, and children—have surrendered to the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) in Bol, Chad’s Lake region, following…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

ANN West Africa

Guinea Unveils Draft Constitution as Key Step Toward Civilian Rule

Guinea’s transitional government has officially presented a draft constitution to junta leader General Mamady Doumbouya, marking what observers see as a potential turning point toward restoring democratic governance after nearly…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025