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Kenya Busts Human Trafficking Ring Recruiting Citizens to Fight in Ukraine

Kenyan authorities have rescued 22 people from a suspected human trafficking network that lured victims with fake job offers in Russia but allegedly intended to send them to fight in…

Africa News Now September 29, 2025

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Seychelles Heads to Presidential Election Runoff

Seychelles will head to a runoff presidential election after no candidate secured an outright majority in the weekend vote, the electoral commission announced Sunday. Opposition leader Patrick Herminie of the…

Africa News Now September 29, 2025

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Power Outages Spark Deadly Unrest in Madagascar Despite Minister’s Dismissal

Madagascar is grappling with growing unrest as citizens press ahead with protests over crippling power and water shortages, even after President Andry Rajoelina dismissed his energy minister Olivier Jean Gustave…

Africa News Now September 29, 2025

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Seychelles Votes in Pivotal Election as Ramkalawan Seeks Second Term

Voters in Seychelles went to the polls on Saturday to elect both a president and a new parliament, in a closely watched contest for Africa’s smallest nation. President Wavel Ramkalawan,…

Africa News Now September 28, 2025

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South Sudan Trial of Riek Machar Sparks Fears for Fragile Peace Deal

The high profile trial of South Sudan’s suspended Vice President Riek Machar has raised fresh alarm about the country’s fragile stability and the future of its peace process. Machar, who…

Africa News Now September 26, 2025

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Uganda’s Museveni and Bobi Wine Cleared to Face Off in 2026 Presidential Election

Uganda’s Electoral Commission has officially cleared President Yoweri Museveni and opposition leader Bobi Wine to contest the country’s 2026 general elections, setting the stage for a generational showdown between the…

Africa News Now September 26, 2025

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85-Years-Old Former Malawian President Re-elected in 2025 Presidential Election

Former Malawian president Peter Mutharika has been declared the winner of the September 16, 2025 presidential election, marking a dramatic political comeback for the 85-year-old leader. The Malawi Electoral Commission…

Africa News Now September 25, 2025

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World Bank, IMF Warn Ethiopia’s Debt Crisis

The World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) have sounded the alarm over Ethiopia’s debt crisis, warning that the country’s obligations are now “unsustainable.” In a joint debt sustainability analysis…

Africa News Now September 24, 2025

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Malawi’s Chakwera Concedes Defeat as Mutharika Set for Presidential Return

Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera has conceded defeat in the September 16 presidential election, clearing the path for former leader Peter Mutharika to reclaim power after five years in opposition. In…

Africa News Now September 24, 2025

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Peter Mutharika Takes Commanding Lead in Malawi’s Presidential Race

Malawi’s former president Peter Mutharika has surged ahead in the country’s September 16 presidential election, opening a commanding lead over incumbent Lazarus Chakwera as partial results roll in. Figures released…

Africa News Now September 23, 2025

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Ruto Urges Stronger Global Backing for Haiti as UN Mission Struggles

Kenya’s President William Ruto has warned that the United Nations-backed Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) in Haiti risks failure unless the international community addresses critical gaps in logistics, transport, and…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025