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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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Morocco Seeks UNESCO Heritage Status for Iconic Caftan as Global Symbol of Craftsmanship

Morocco is moving to secure global recognition for one of its most cherished cultural symbols the caftan, a centuries-old garment that embodies elegance, identity, and artisanal mastery. The North African…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Over 1,500 Protesters Face Prosecution After Morocco Gen Z-Protest

More than 1,500 people are facing prosecution in Morocco following a month-long wave of youth-led protests calling for better healthcare, education, and an end to corruption, according to a local…

Africa News Now October 27, 2025

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Two Dead, Several Injured as Building Collapses in Casablanca’s Old Medina

At least two people have died and several others were injured after a residential building collapsed early Wednesday morning in the Old Medina district of Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city, authorities…

Africa News Now October 23, 2025

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CAF Unveils Star-Studded Shortlist for 2025 African Player of the Year Award

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released its official shortlist for the 2025 African Player of the Year Award, featuring some of the continent’s brightest football talents from clubs…

Africa News Now October 23, 2025

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Egypt and EU Seal New Partnership at Landmark Brussels Summit

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi met with European leaders in Brussels on Wednesday for the first-ever EU-Egypt summit, signaling a new phase in relations between Cairo and the 27-member European Union.…

Africa News Now October 23, 2025

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Morocco Unveils $83 Billion 2026 Budget Focused on Health, Education, and Inequality

Morocco has unveiled a 760 billion dirham ($83 billion) draft budget for 2026 a 5.5% increase from last year with major investments aimed at addressing public discontent over health and…

Africa News Now October 21, 2025

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Egyptians Urge Reopening of Rafah Crossing as Aid to Gaza Remains Blocked

Calls are growing across Egypt for the reopening of the Rafah border crossing, as desperately needed humanitarian aid remains stranded on the Egyptian side while Gaza continues to face severe…

Africa News Now October 20, 2025

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Libya Records 68% Turnout in Phase Three of Municipal Elections Amid Hopes for National Vote

Vote counting is underway in Libya after citizens cast their ballots in 16 municipalities on Saturday, marking the third phase of the country’s municipal elections a process widely viewed as…

Africa News Now October 20, 2025

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Morocco’s Gen Z Protesters Return to Rabat Streets, Renewing Calls for Reform

After a 10-day pause, Morocco’s youth-led protest movement returned to the streets of Rabat on Saturday, as hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside parliament to demand sweeping reforms in education, healthcare,…

Africa News Now October 20, 2025

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Protesters in Tunisia Demand Expulsion of U.S. Ambassador and Law Against Ties with Israel

Dozens of Tunisians gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Tunis on Tuesday to demand the expulsion of the American ambassador and the passage of a law banning normalization with Israel.…

Africa News Now October 8, 2025