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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

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Israeli Billionaire to Pay $30 Billion to Settle Dutch Corruption Probe Over DR Congo Mining Deals

A former holding company linked to Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler has agreed to pay $30 billion to settle a corruption investigation in the Netherlands involving mining deals in the Democratic…

Africa News Now March 11, 2026

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Trump Administration Moves to End Somali Temporary Protected Status

The Trump administration is set to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for roughly 1,100 Somali nationals next week, potentially revoking their legal right to live and work in the United…

Africa News Now March 11, 2026

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Ghana and South Korea Sign New Cooperation Deals After Mahama–Lee Talks

John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, held bilateral talks with Lee Jae-myung, President of South Korea, during an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between the two…

Africa News Now March 11, 2026

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Ghana Swears in New Citizens as Diaspora Reconnection Efforts Continue

Ghana has officially welcomed a new group of citizens after they took the oath of allegiance at a swearing-in ceremony held in Accra on Monday, highlighting the country’s ongoing effort…

Africa News Now March 10, 2026