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Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey Becomes 7th Commonwealth Secretary-General, First African Woman to Hold Office

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has been appointed as the 7th Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, making history as the first African woman to hold the prestigious position. Her appointment marks a significant…

Africa News Now April 3, 2025

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Mali Denies Drone Violation of Algerian Airspace Amid Conflicting Claims

The Malian military has denied accusations that one of its drones violated Algerian airspace, following reports that an unmanned aircraft crashed in the Tinzouatène region, near the Algeria-Mali border. In…

Africa News Now April 3, 2025

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Macron and Tebboune Seek to Revive Franco-Algerian Relations Amid Diplomatic Strains

French President Emmanuel Macron and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune held a phone conversation on Monday, agreeing to revitalize their strained bilateral relationship. The renewed partnership aims to restore security and…

Africa News Now April 1, 2025

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Sudanese Celebrate Eid al-Fitr Amid War as Army Gains Ground in Khartoum

Despite the ongoing war and displacement crisis, Sudanese citizens gathered in Omdurman on Sunday to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, embracing a sense of resilience and hope as the army made further…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Tunisia’s Economic Crisis Makes Snails a Ramadan Staple as Meat Prices Soar

In the heart of Tunisia, restaurant owner Wahida Dridi is busy preparing iftar, the meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan. Instead of the usual red meat dishes, she…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Six Dead, Nine Injured as Tourist Submarine Sinks Off Egypt’s Red Sea Coast

A tragic maritime disaster struck Egypt’s Red Sea resort town of Hurghada on Thursday when a tourist submarine carrying 45 passengers and crew sank, leaving six people dead and nine…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Algerian Court Sentences 80-Year-Old Writer Boualem Sansal to Five Years, Escalating Diplomatic Tensions

An Algerian court has sentenced Boualem Sansal, an 80-year-old French-Algerian writer, to five years in prison on charges of undermining the country’s territorial integrity. The verdict, delivered on Wednesday, has…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Tutankhamun’s Tomb Brought to Life in London’s New Immersive Exhibition

For over a century, the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb has fascinated the world. Now, a groundbreaking digital exhibition at London’s ExCeL Centre is bringing his story to life in…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Egyptian Entrepreneur’s Luxury Jetcars Bring High-Speed Thrill to Water

Egyptian entrepreneur Karim Amin has revolutionized the aquatic adventure industry with his unique invention—luxury-inspired "jetcars" that allow users to experience the thrill of driving on water. His company, Jetcar Kromh,…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Sudan’s Military Declares Victory in Khartoum as Army Recaptures Presidential Palace

Sudan’s military leader, Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, made a symbolic return to the presidential palace in Khartoum after the army successfully recaptured the city’s international airport and key state institutions…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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Ethiopia’s PM Seeks Public Input on New Tigray Leader Amid Political Turmoil

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced plans to appoint a new leader for the conflict-ridden Tigray region, following the departure of interim President Getachew Reda amid internal power struggles…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025