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AU Urges Better Climate Data Access to Bolster Africa’s Disaster Readiness

The African Union (AU) has called on member states to urgently improve access to global climate data, citing its vital role in enhancing early warning systems, disaster preparedness, and climate…

Africa News Now June 25, 2025

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Chad Cracks Down on Crime with Arrest of 17, Including Sudanese Arms Traffickers

Chadian security forces have arrested 17 suspects—including Sudanese arms traffickers, escaped prisoners, and highway bandits—as part of a nationwide security sweep known as Operation Zero Criminals, aimed at curbing rising…

Africa News Now June 23, 2025

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Over 16,000 Irregular Migrants Expelled from Algeria to Niger Since April

Nigerien authorities have confirmed that more than 16,000 irregular African migrants have been expelled from Algeria to Niger between April and early June 2025, marking a sharp uptick in forced…

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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Rayan Aït-Nouri Joins Manchester City in $42M Move from Wolves

Algerian international Rayan Aït-Nouri has officially signed with Manchester City in a high-profile transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers, in a deal reportedly worth $42 million. The 24-year-old left-back has agreed to…

Africa News Now June 10, 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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African Unions Demand ILO Inquiry into Saudi Arabia over Migrant Worker Abuses Ahead of 2034 World Cup

A coalition of African trade unions representing 36 countries—including Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal—has formally requested that the International Labour Organization (ILO) launch a Commission of Inquiry, its most serious investigative…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Egypt Reaffirms Protection of Saint Catherine Monastery Amid Land Ownership Ruling

Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the spiritual and religious integrity of Saint Catherine Monastery in South Sinai, following a recent court ruling on land ownership that sparked concern…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Trump Travel Ban Hits Africa Hardest as 10 African Countries are Affected

The African continent is the hardest hit by the latest U.S. travel ban ordered by President Donald Trump, with seven of the 12 countries barred from entry being African. The…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Sudan’s Civil War Displaces Over 4 Million Amid Ethnic Killings and Humanitarian Crisis, UN Warns

The United Nations has issued a stark warning as Sudan’s civil war reaches a catastrophic milestone, with over 4 million people forced to flee the country since fighting erupted in…

Africa News Now June 4, 2025