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UN Condemns Deadly Crackdown on Tanzania Election Protests as Death Toll Rises

The United Nations human rights office has expressed deep concern over reports of deadly violence in Tanzania, where election-related protests have turned increasingly violent following a disputed vote that extended…

Africa News Now November 1, 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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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

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Protests Erupt in Tanzania After Disputed Election, Internet Shutdown and Curfew Deepen Tensions

Hundreds of protesters returned to the streets of major Tanzanian cities on Thursday, defying curfews and a nationwide internet blackout imposed after a highly contested general election that human rights…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Seychelles Marks 40 Years of the Kreol Festival; A Global Celebration of Creole Heritage

The Seychelles has launched celebrations for the 40th edition of the Kreol Festival, one of the world’s most prominent events dedicated to Creole culture and identity. First held in 1985,…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Ethiopia Pushes to Convert Commercial Debt into Concessional Loans Amid Economic Reforms

The Ethiopian government is in active negotiations with international creditors to convert a portion of its commercial debt into concessional loans, a move aimed at easing repayment pressures and lowering…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Kenya Seizes Over One Tonne of Meth in Major High-Seas Drug Bust

Kenyan authorities have carried out one of the country’s largest-ever narcotics seizures, intercepting more than one tonne of crystal methamphetamine in a high-seas operation backed by INTERPOL. Six crew members…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Tanzanians Vote Amid Political Tensions

Polling stations opened across Tanzania on Wednesday for a closely watched general election marked by tight security, opposition arrests, and concerns over democratic freedoms. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Africa’s only…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Madagascar’s Military Regime Forms Civilian Cabinet Amid Calls for Stability

Madagascar’s new military ruler, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, has unveiled a 29-member transitional cabinet that includes several outspoken critics of ousted president Andry Rajoelina, signaling an attempt to balance power and…

Africa News Now October 28, 2025

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Sudan’s Army Withdraws from El-Fasher as RSF Seizes Key Stronghold in Darfur

Sudan’s army has withdrawn from el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, after months of siege and fierce fighting, ceding control to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in what marks a…

Africa News Now October 28, 2025