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Morocco Launches Special E-Travel Authorization for African Fans Ahead of AFCON 2025

Morocco has introduced a new electronic travel authorization system to make it easier for African football fans to attend the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country will…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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DRC Court to Deliver Verdict in Joseph Kabila’s Historic War Crimes Trial Amid Explosive New Evidence

The High Military Court in Kinshasa will deliver its verdict on Friday in the landmark war crimes trial of former Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Joseph Kabila, after delaying…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Gabon Prepares for Landmark Legislative and Local Elections After Oligui Nguema’s Victory

Gabon is entering a pivotal stage in its democratic transition as the country prepares for legislative and local elections following Brice Oligui Nguema’s presidential win in April. The elections, scheduled…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Chad’s Parliament Approves Extension of Presidential Term to Seven Years

Chad’s National Assembly has overwhelmingly approved constitutional amendments that extend the presidential term from five to seven years, renewable, while also lengthening the mandate of deputies to six years to…

Africa News Now September 17, 2025

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M23 Rebel New Recruitment Threatens Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal

The M23 rebel group staged a massive military parade in Goma over the weekend, showcasing more than 7,000 new recruits a display that has rattled hopes for a fragile peace…

Africa News Now September 17, 2025

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Cameroon’s Youth Face Economic Struggles and High Hopes Ahead of October Presidential Election

With just weeks to go before Cameroon’s presidential election on October 12, the country’s youth who make up more than 60% of the population are caught between optimism for change…

Africa News Now September 16, 2025

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WHO Launches Emergency Ebola Vaccination Drive in DRC’s Kasai Province

The World Health Organization has started an emergency vaccination campaign in Kasai Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, after the country confirmed its first Ebola outbreak in three years. Health…

Africa News Now September 15, 2025

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Chad to Amend 2023 Constitution After Dispute Over President’s Mandate

Chad’s National Assembly has announced plans to amend the country’s 2023 Constitution, less than two years after its adoption, amid a heated debate over the powers and roles of the…

Africa News Now September 2, 2025

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Chad’s Rights Body Opposes Death Penalty Revival Amid Rising Crime Concerns

Chad’s National Human Rights Commission has strongly opposed growing calls to reinstate the death penalty, warning that such a move would undermine the country’s 2020 decision to abolish capital punishment…

Africa News Now September 1, 2025

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Baltasar Engonga Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison

A nephew of Equatorial Guinea’s long-serving president, Teodoro Obiang Nguema, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for embezzlement, deepening a scandal that has shaken the country’s ruling elite.…

Africa News Now August 28, 2025

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Africa Launches Continental Plan to Curb Cholera as Sudan Battles Deadly Surge

Africa is ramping up its fight against cholera with the launch of a new continental emergency preparedness and response plan, unveiled by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention…

Africa News Now August 28, 2025