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Three Chinese Nationals Arrested in Eastern DR Congo with Gold and Cash in Suspicious Operation

Three Chinese nationals have been arrested in South Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after authorities discovered 12 gold bars and $800,000 in cash hidden under the…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

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“M23 REBELS SEIZE MASISI IN EASTERN DR CONGO AMID ONGOING CONFLICT AND REGIONAL INSTABILITY.”

Rebel forces affiliated with the M23 group, reportedly supported by Rwanda, have taken control of the town of Masisi in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

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Chad Holds First Parliamentary Election in 13 Years Amid Opposition Boycott and Allegations of Fraud

Polling stations closed in Chad on Sunday at 6:00 pm local time (17:00 GMT) for the country’s first parliamentary election in 13 years. This election, which is part of a…

Africa News Now December 29, 2024

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France Begins Military Withdrawal from Chad with Handover of First Base Ahead of Upcoming Elections

France has officially handed over its first military base in Chad, marking the beginning of the planned withdrawal of French military forces from the country, according to statements from both…

Africa News Now December 26, 2024