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Eastern Libya Denies Entry to EU Migration Delegation Over Diplomatic Protocol Breach

Authorities in eastern Libya denied entry to a European delegation that included the interior ministers of Italy, Greece, and Malta, as well as EU Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner, citing…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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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

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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

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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

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Nigeria, Brazil Seal Landmark Agriculture and Trade Deals at BRICS Summit

Nigeria and Brazil have signed a series of strategic agreements to deepen economic ties, with a strong focus on boosting agricultural productivity and food security. The signing took place during…

Africa News Now July 7, 2025

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US Deports Eight Foreign Convicts to South Sudan Amid Legal Battle and International Pushback

The United States has deported eight foreign nationals to South Sudan, including individuals from five other countries, following a prolonged legal standoff that temporarily diverted their flight to Djibouti. The…

Africa News Now July 7, 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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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

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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

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Akufo-Addo Urges African Nations to Invest 30% of Reserves in AfDB, Afreximbank

Former Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called on African governments to channel at least 30% of their sovereign reserves into African-owned financial institutions such as the African Export-Import…

Africa News Now June 30, 2025

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Rajoelina Meets Macron in Paris Over Disputed Indian Ocean Islands

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina arrived in Paris to hold high-stakes talks with French President Emmanuel Macron over the long-contested Scattered Islands—five tiny islets in the Indian Ocean that have been…

Africa News Now June 30, 2025