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President Ruto Condemns Blogger’s Death in Custody, Orders Transparent Probe

Kenyan President William Ruto has condemned the death of 31-year-old blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody, describing the incident as “heartbreaking and unacceptable.” Ruto called for an urgent, transparent…

Africa News Now June 11, 2025

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WHO Extends Global Health Emergency as Mpox Cases Surge Across Africa

The World Health Organization (WHO) has extended its global health emergency designation for Mpox, citing continued spread and rising fatalities nearly a year after the virus was classified as a…

Africa News Now June 11, 2025

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China Reaffirms Support for Africa at Hunan Cooperation Forum

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to deepening ties with Africa, pledging continued support for infrastructure, trade, and modernization projects across the continent. The announcement came during…

Africa News Now June 11, 2025

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Outrage in Kenya Over Blogger’s Death in Police Custody Sparks Protests

Protests have erupted in Nairobi following the suspicious death of Kenyan blogger and activist Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody under circumstances now widely disputed. Ojwang, who had…

Africa News Now June 10, 2025

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Ethiopia Projects 8.9% Growth in 2025/26 Amid IMF Reforms and Economic Strains

Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Ahmed Shide told parliament this week that the country’s economy is expected to grow by 8.9% in the 2025/2026 fiscal year—an upward revision from the earlier 8.4%…

Africa News Now June 10, 2025

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UN Warns of Worsening Humanitarian Crisis in Central Africa Amid Sudan Conflict

As Sudan’s civil war enters its third year, the humanitarian crisis in Central Africa is deepening, with over 25 million people facing acute food insecurity, and more than 1.2 million…

Africa News Now June 10, 2025

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British Soldier Arrested in Kenya Over Rape Allegation

A member of the British armed forces has been arrested in Kenya following an allegation of rape, the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) confirmed on Sunday. The soldier, whose…

Africa News Now June 9, 2025

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Kenyan Muslims Mark Eid al-Adha with Solidarity for Gaza Amid War and Shortages

Muslims worldwide gathered on Friday to celebrate Eid al-Adha, the Islamic festival of sacrifice, which honors the Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion to God. The day is traditionally observed with communal prayers,…

Africa News Now June 6, 2025

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Somalis Decry U.S. Travel Ban as African Nations Demand Dialogue

Somalis living in Kenya have voiced frustration over a new U.S. travel policy that restricts entry for nationals from Somalia and six other African countries. The travel ban, set to…

Africa News Now June 6, 2025

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Chad Suspends Visas for U.S. Citizens in Response to Expanded U.S. Travel Ban

Chad has announced an immediate suspension of all visas for U.S. citizens, citing reciprocity after the country was included in a new travel ban issued by U.S. President Donald Trump.…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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World Bank Lifts Loan Ban on Uganda Despite Controversial Anti-LGBTQ Law

The World Bank has officially resumed lending to Uganda, ending a nearly two-year suspension prompted by the country’s enactment of one of the world’s harshest anti-LGBTQ laws in 2023. The…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025