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Libya Deports 700 Sudanese Migrants Amid Crackdown on Human Trafficking

Eastern Libyan authorities have deported 700 Sudanese migrants back to their conflict-ridden homeland, intensifying a sweeping crackdown on undocumented migration and human trafficking. The mass deportation, which took place by…

Africa News Now July 21, 2025

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Morocco Hosts PLO Delegation for Human Rights Training to Boost Palestinian Advocacy

Morocco has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause by hosting a delegation from the Human Rights and Civil Society Department of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) for a…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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Avignon Festival Honors Arabic Icon Umm Kulthum with Moving Musical Tribute

The Avignon Festival in southern France paid a powerful tribute to the Arabic language and the legendary Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum, marking 50 years since her death with a spectacular…

Africa News Now July 15, 2025

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AU Extends Reparations Theme to 2036, Ghana Tapped to Lead Under Mahama’s Stewardship

The African Union (AU) has adopted a landmark resolution extending its focus on reparations for slavery and colonialism by ten more years—from 2026 to 2036. This significant decision was made…

Africa News Now July 14, 2025

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ICC Alleges War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity in Darfur as Sudan Conflict Deepens

The International Criminal Court (ICC) told the United Nations Security Council on Thursday that there are “reasonable grounds” to believe that war crimes and crimes against humanity are being committed…

Africa News Now July 11, 2025

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Egypt, China Deepen Financial Ties with Currency Trade, Panda Bonds, and Digital Payment Deals

On July 10, 2025, the Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt, Hassan Abdalla, hosted his Chinese counterpart, Pan Gongsheng of the People’s Bank of China, in Cairo for a…

Africa News Now July 11, 2025

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Chebbak’s Hat-Trick Powers Morocco Past DR Congo at 2024 WAFCON

Morocco’s women’s national team delivered a commanding 4–2 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in their second Group A match at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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EU Delegation Barred from Benghazi Over Protocol Breach, Libya Cites Diplomatic Violations

The European Commission confirmed on Wednesday that a "protocol issue" prevented a high-level EU delegation from meeting Libyan Arab Armed Forces officials in Benghazi, after the group was denied entry…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Eastern Libya Denies Entry to EU Migration Delegation Over Diplomatic Protocol Breach

Authorities in eastern Libya denied entry to a European delegation that included the interior ministers of Italy, Greece, and Malta, as well as EU Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner, citing…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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Over 1,200 Migrants Detained in Crete Amid Surge in Crossings from Libya

Greek authorities have detained more than 1,200 migrants on the islands of Crete and Gavdos between Saturday and Monday, following a sharp increase in arrivals from Libya. The influx marks…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

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US Deports Eight Foreign Convicts to South Sudan Amid Legal Battle and International Pushback

The United States has deported eight foreign nationals to South Sudan, including individuals from five other countries, following a prolonged legal standoff that temporarily diverted their flight to Djibouti. The…

Africa News Now July 7, 2025