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Arab League Selects Nabil Fahmy as Next Secretary-General

Arab foreign ministers have unanimously nominated former Egyptian foreign minister Nabil Fahmy as the next Secretary-General of the Arab League, reinforcing Egypt’s long-standing leadership of the regional body. Fahmy, 75,…

Africa News Now March 30, 2026

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Spain Seeks Increased Gas Supplies from Algeria Amid Global Energy Uncertainty

Spain is exploring increased natural gas imports from Algeria following high-level talks between Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares Bueno and his Algerian counterpart on Thursday. The discussions come as tensions…

Africa News Now March 27, 2026

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Ghana’s First Lady Advocates for Global Child Online Safety at US Summit

Ghana’s First Lady, Lordina Dramani Mahama, called on international leaders to prioritize child safety in the digital age during the Fostering the Future Together Global Coalition Summit in Washington, D.C.…

Africa News Now March 26, 2026

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Nigeria Seeks Stronger UK Ties as Africa’s Economic Landscape Shifts

Nigeria’s return to Windsor Castle after nearly four decades marks more than symbolism it reflects a renewed push to deepen economic ties with the United Kingdom and reposition Africa’s largest…

Africa News Now March 26, 2026

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Egypt Offers to Host US-Iran Peace Talks Amid Escalating Tensions

Egypt has offered to host meetings aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Wednesday in Cairo. He emphasized that…

Africa News Now March 26, 2026

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UN General Assembly Declares Slave Trade “Gravest Crime Against Humanity” After President Mahama’s Speech

The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly recognized the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” in a resolution led by Ghana and backed by the African Union.…

Africa News Now March 25, 2026

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Mahama Honours Enslaved Africans at New York Memorial, Calls for Continued Justice Efforts

President John Dramani Mahama led a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the African Burial Ground National Monument in Lower Manhattan, paying tribute to nearly 20,000 Africans buried at the historic site.…

Africa News Now March 25, 2026

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Lincoln University for Cancels g President Mahama’s Honorary Degree

Ghana’s embassy in the United States has expressed disappointment over Lincoln University’s last minute decision to cancel plans to award an honorary doctorate to former President John Dramani Mahama. In…

Africa News Now March 24, 2026

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Ghana Pushes UN Resolution Recognizing Transatlantic Slave Trade as a Grave Crime Against Humanity

Ghana is urging the international community at the United Nations to support a draft resolution that formally recognizes the transatlantic slave trade as one of the gravest crimes against humanity.…

Africa News Now March 24, 2026

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Ghana and Colombia Sign Historic Maritime Trade Agreement Connecting Tema and Cartagena

Ghana and Colombia have signed a landmark agreement establishing direct maritime connectivity between the Port of Tema in Ghana and the Port of Cartagena in Colombia. The deal, finalized in…

Africa News Now March 24, 2026

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Moses Itauma Embraces Nigerian Roots Ahead of Manchester Fight

Rising heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma says a recent visit to Nigeria has reshaped his sense of identity as he prepares for his next bout in Manchester. The 21-year-old, who fights…

Africa News Now March 23, 2026