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CAR Constitutional Court Reviews Bid to Disqualify President Touadéra Ahead of December Election

The Central African Republic’s Constitutional Court has begun examining a controversial petition seeking to bar President Faustin-Archange Touadéra from running in the December 28, 2025 presidential election, adding new tensions…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

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Cameroon Post-Election Protests Leave Dozens Dead Amid Government Crackdown

Cameroon’s government on Wednesday reported that 16 people were killed and over 800 arrested during last month’s post-election protests. However, United Nations sources estimate at least 48 civilian deaths, while…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

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Angola Marks 50 Years of Independence with Pride and Reflection on Persistent Inequality

Angola celebrated 50 years of independence from Portugal on Tuesday with a grand military parade in Luanda, commemorating its journey from colonial rule to nationhood while acknowledging the deep economic…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Gabon Court Sentences Ali Bongo’s Wife and Son to 20 Years in Prison for Corruption

A Gabonese court has sentenced former First Lady Sylvia Bongo Ondimba and her son Noureddin Bongo Valentin to 20 years in prison in absentia for large-scale corruption and embezzlement of…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Gabon’s Former First Lady and Son Tried in Absentia on Corruption Charges

Gabon’s former First Lady Sylvia Bongo Ondimba and her son Noureddin Bongo Valentin went on trial in absentia on Monday, accused of embezzling public funds and abusing presidential power during…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Angola Marks 50 Years of Independence Amid Ongoing Economic Hardship

Angola is marking the 50th anniversary of its independence from Portugal this Tuesday, November 11, reflecting on both the triumph of liberation and the persistent challenges that continue to shape…

Africa News Now November 10, 2025

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Cameroon Opposition Leader Rejects Biya’s Re-Election, Gives 48-Hour Ultimatum Over Arrests

Cameroon’s main opposition leader, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, has rejected the results of the country’s recent presidential election and issued a 48-hour ultimatum to President Paul Biya’s government to release all…

Africa News Now November 10, 2025

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Macron Pledges €1.5 Billion for Great Lakes Region Amid Skepticism Over Goma Airport Plan

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a €1.5 billion humanitarian aid package for Africa’s Great Lakes region and pledged to help reopen Goma’s airport in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo…

Africa News Now October 31, 2025

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Cameroon on Edge as Protests Erupt Over Biya’s Re-Election and Crackdown Turns Deadly

Cameroon remains on edge after a disputed presidential election earlier this month handed another term to President Paul Biya, Africa’s longest-serving leader. At 92 years old, Biya has ruled for…

Africa News Now October 31, 2025

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WHO Warns of Rapid Mpox Spread Across Africa and Beyond as Cases Rise Globally

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent warning over the accelerating spread of Mpox, reporting new outbreaks in 17 African countries and the virus’s first ever detections in…

Africa News Now October 31, 2025

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African Leaders Join Macron at Paris Peace Forum Focused on New Global Coalitions

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday welcomed world leaders to the Élysée Palace for the opening of the 8th annual Paris Peace Forum, a two-day gathering aimed at building new…

Africa News Now October 31, 2025