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Ivorians Protest in France Over Gbagbo and Soro’s Disqualification from 2025 Presidential Race

Supporters of former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo and ex-Prime Minister Guillaume Soro held a protest outside the European Parliament this week, denouncing their exclusion from Côte d’Ivoire’s provisional electoral list…

Africa News Now May 5, 2025

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Over 67,000 White South Africans Eye U.S. Relocation Amid Trump Refugee Order

Thousands of white South Africans, primarily Afrikaners aged 25 to 45, have expressed interest in emigrating to the United States after a recent executive order by former President Donald Trump,…

Africa News Now May 2, 2025

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Ghana Launches Chip-Embedded Biometric Passports to Strengthen Security and Modernize Travel

Starting Monday, April 28, 2025, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has officially commenced the issuance of chip-embedded biometric passports, a significant upgrade aimed at enhancing national security…

Africa News Now April 28, 2025

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U.S. Airstrike Allegedly Hits Migrant Detention Center in Yemen, Killing 68 Amid Growing Migrant Crisis

At least 68 African migrants were killed and 47 others wounded after an alleged U.S. airstrike hit a detention facility in Saada governorate, northern Yemen, on Monday, according to the…

Africa News Now April 28, 2025

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Ethiopia Nears IMF Loan Review Agreement, Eyes Summer Start for Formal Debt Talks with Bondholders

Ethiopia expects to reach a preliminary agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) this week on the third review of its $3.4 billion loan program, according to State Finance Minister…

Africa News Now April 28, 2025

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Kenya’s Sawe Dominates London Marathon as Ethiopia’s Assefa Sets Women-Only Record

In a commanding performance under unusually warm conditions, Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe claimed victory at the 2025 London Marathon, winning his first major marathon with a solo breakaway in the final…

Africa News Now April 28, 2025

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Sub-Saharan Africa’s Economic Recovery Gains Momentum, But Inequality and Job Gaps Persist

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy is rebounding steadily, with GDP growth projected to reach 3.5% in 2025 and 4.3% by 2027, according to the World Bank’s latest Africa’s Pulse report released this…

Africa News Now April 24, 2025

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DR Congo and M23 Rebels Agree to Truce Amid Qatar-Mediated Peace Talks

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group, widely believed to be backed by Rwanda, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire as Qatar-mediated peace talks continue in…

Africa News Now April 24, 2025

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Kenya Secures $1 Billion in New Chinese Investments to Boost Economy During Ruto’s State Visit

Kenyan President William Ruto has signed a landmark $1 billion investment agreement with China during a five-day state visit aimed at deepening economic and strategic ties between Nairobi and Beijing.…

Africa News Now April 24, 2025

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Faith Kipyegon to Chase Historic Sub-Four Minute Mile in Paris Exhibition Run

Kenyan athletics superstar Faith Kipyegon has announced her boldest challenge yet: an attempt to become the first woman in history to run a mile in under four minutes. The record-breaking…

Africa News Now April 23, 2025

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Egypt Urges Ceasefire Revival in Gaza Amid Escalating Regional Tensions

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed on Tuesday that Cairo is intensifying efforts, alongside Qatar and in coordination with the United States, to revive the ceasefire agreement in Gaza originally…

Africa News Now April 23, 2025