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France Pressure Over Detention of Gabon’s Former Prime Minister During Nguema Visit

Pressure is mounting on France to raise concerns over the detention of Gabon's former Prime Minister and opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze as President Brice Oligui Nguema begins a three-day state…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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Gabon President Oligui Ngema Begins France Visit

Gabonese President Brice Oligui Ngema began a state visit to France on Monday, where talks with French President Emmanuel Macron are expected to focus on economic cooperation, security ties and…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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São Tomé and Príncipe Counts Votes in Closely Watched Presidential Election

Vote counting was underway in São Tomé and Príncipe on Sunday after citizens cast their ballots in a presidential election that could shape the political future of one of Africa's…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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Expanded U.S. Anti-Abortion Policies Raise Concerns Over Women’s Health in Africa

The Trump administration's expanded restrictions on U.S. foreign aid for organizations linked to abortion services are fueling concerns among health experts and reproductive rights advocates, who warn the policy could…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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Suspected ADF Attacks Kill at Least 20 Civilians in Eastern DR Congo

At least 20 people have been killed in a series of attacks by suspected Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as insecurity continues to worsen…

Africa News Now July 17, 2026

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Health Workers Strike in DR Congo’s Ebola Epicentre Over Unpaid Salaries

Health workers in Bunia, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, have gone on strike over unpaid salaries, disrupting medical services in one of the areas hardest hit by the country's ongoing…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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New Monkey Species Discovered in DR Congo’s Lomami National Park

Scientists have confirmed the discovery of a new monkey species living in the dense tropical forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking only the fifth new African monkey species…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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This is the Time to Act— Speaker Alban Bagbin Rallies African Leaders to Curb the Commercialization of Politics.

In a searing and deeply personal opening address at the High-Level Regional Convening on the "Financialization of Politics in Africa," the Rt. Hon. Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Alban Sumanu Kingsford…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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Landmark Convening on the “Financialization of Politics” Opens in Accra-Ghana.

A high-level, three-day regional convening targeting the growing threat of the "financialization of politics" officially opened in Accra today. Bringing together a powerful coalition of continental leaders, policymakers, and civil…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026

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FAO Warns Climate Change and Price Volatility Threaten Africa’s Coffee, Cocoa and Tea Farmers

Millions of African farmers who depend on coffee, cocoa and tea for their livelihoods are facing mounting economic pressure as volatile global prices, climate change and crop diseases continue to…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026

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Kinshasa International Film Festival Celebrates African Storytelling in 13th Edition

The 13th edition of the Kinshasa International Film Festival (FICKIN) has opened in the Democratic Republic of Congo's capital, bringing together filmmakers, industry professionals and cinema enthusiasts to celebrate African…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026