African Diaspora Archives - Page 31 of 32

Egypt’s UNESCO Director General Candidate Unveils Campaign Slogan: “UNESCO for the People”

Khaled El-Enany, Egypt's candidate for the position of UNESCO Director General, has revealed the slogan he will use in his campaign: "UNESCO for the People." The announcement was made during…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

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UAE and Kenya Forge Groundbreaking Economic Partnership Agreement to Boost Trade and Investment

In a landmark development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kenya have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) aimed at enhancing trade and investment flows between the two nations.…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

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Djimon Hounsou, Africa’s Most Celebrated Hollywood Star Champions Pan-African Unity

Renowned actor Djimon Hounsou is channeling his influence in Hollywood to foster Pan-African unity and empowerment through his nonprofit organization, which aims to connect and support communities across Africa. The…

Africa News Now January 12, 2025

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South African Sports Minister Calls for Proteas to Boycott Match Against Afghanistan Over Women’s Rights Issue

South Africa's Sports Minister, Gayton McKenzie, has joined public calls for the Proteas to boycott their upcoming Champions Trophy game against Afghanistan next month, criticizing the International Cricket Council (ICC)…

Africa News Now January 10, 2025

African Diaspora Central Africa

M23 Rebels Capture Key Towns in Eastern Congo, Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

M23 Rebels Capture Key Towns in Eastern Congo, Deepening Humanitarian Crisis Rebels from the M23 group have seized two crucial towns in eastern Congo, exacerbating the already dire security and…

Africa News Now January 7, 2025

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Visits Four African Nations, Strengthening Diplomatic and Economic Ties”

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has commenced a diplomatic tour of four African nations—Namibia, the Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, and Chad—marking the 35th consecutive year that the Chinese foreign…

Africa News Now January 6, 2025

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Diplomatic Tensions Between Ethiopia and Somalia Eased After Turkey-Brokered Deal

The diplomatic dispute between Ethiopia and Somalia, which had strained relations between the two neighboring countries for nearly a year, has now been resolved, according to Somalia's Foreign Minister Ahmed…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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The Return: African Diaspora Finds Homecoming in Ghana

In 2023, Keachia Bowers and Damon Smith made the bold decision to leave their lives in Florida behind and move to Ghana, joining a growing number of returnees reconnecting with…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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Nigerian Ministry Issues Travel Advisory for Australia Amid Rising Discrimination and Hate Crimes

The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory urging heightened caution for citizens planning to visit Australia due to a reported increase in harassment and discrimination against…

Africa News Now January 2, 2025

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Migration Death Toll Soars as Over 46,000 Reach Spain’s Canary Islands in 2024 Amid Rising Atlantic Crossings

In 2024, at least 46,843 people reached Spain's Canary Islands, one of Europe's main entry points for irregular migration across the Atlantic, according to the country’s interior ministry. This marks…

Africa News Now January 1, 2025

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Rabada and Jansen Guide South Africa to Dramatic Two-Wicket Victory in First Test, Securing WTC Final Spot

South Africa's tailenders, Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, produced a gritty stand to deliver a tense two-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Centurion, securing the Proteas’ place…

Africa News Now December 29, 2024