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South Sudan President Salva Kiir Ousts Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel Amid Rising Tensions

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has sacked Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, stripping him of his party and military positions in a major shake-up of the country’s leadership. The dismissal…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

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Mauritanian President Urges Compassion and Solidarity with Crisis-Hit Mali

Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani has called on citizens to show solidarity and understanding toward neighboring Mali, which continues to grapple with worsening insecurity and economic hardship. Speaking…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

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UN Envoy Meets Sudan’s Army Chief to Push for Life-Saving Aid Access Amid Deepening Crisis

The United Nations’ top humanitarian official, Tom Fletcher, met with General Abdelfattah Al-Burhan, leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces, on Tuesday in Port Sudan to negotiate urgent humanitarian access across…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Killings During Tanzania’s Disputed Elections

The United Nations has called for a thorough investigation into reports of hundreds of deaths during post-election protests in Tanzania, raising alarms about possible attempts to conceal evidence by authorities.…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Ethiopia Wins Bid to Host 2027 Climate Summit, Highlighting Africa’s Role in Climate Action

Ethiopia has been selected as the host country for the 2027 United Nations climate summit (COP32), narrowly edging out Nigeria, the African nation that had initially been in contention. The…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Catholic Church Condemns Killings in Tanzania’s Post-Election Protests

The Catholic Church in Tanzania has condemned the killings of protesters during the country’s recent election-related unrest, urging the government to pursue justice and reconciliation rather than repression. Speaking during…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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How Tanzania forfeited its esteemed crown jewel as the peaceful political powerhouse of the region

Since achieving independence on December 9th, 1961, Tanzania has established itself as the island of peace in Africa. This esteemed reputation is largely credited to the Tanzanian populace, renowned for…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Tanzania Frees Four Opposition Leaders Amid Ongoing Unrest Over Disputed Election

Tanzanian authorities on Monday released four opposition figures, including John Heche, vice-chairman of the main opposition party CHADEMA, who had been detained for more than two weeks over alleged links…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Kenya Confirms Cancellation of U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s Visit After Trump Pulls Out of G20 Summit

Kenya’s government announced on Monday that U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s planned visit to Nairobi later this month has been cancelled, following a decision by President Donald Trump to withdraw…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Somaliland Rejects Somalia’s Visas, Tightens Control Over Borders and Airspace

Somaliland has announced that visas and travel permits issued by Somalia are no longer valid for entry into its territory, escalating tensions between the self-declared republic and Mogadishu. In a…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Museveni Admits Arrest of Missing Kenyan Activists After Five Weeks

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has for the first time confirmed that two missing Kenyan activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were arrested and detained by Ugandan authorities for over a…

Africa News Now November 10, 2025