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Egypt Proposes Plan for Gaza Reconstruction, Rejecting Trump’s Depopulation Proposal

Egypt is formulating a comprehensive plan to rebuild Gaza without forcing the displacement of its Palestinian population, presenting a stark contrast to former U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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African Leaders Approve New Financial Stability Mechanism to Aid Debt-Stricken Governments

Faced with escalating debt and billions of dollars in unmet funding requirements, African leaders have given the green light to the creation of a new financial facility designed to provide…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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UN Report Documents Escalating Human Rights Violations in Sudan, Calls for Accountability and Action

The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has released a damning report on the ongoing human rights crisis in Sudan, highlighting the systematic and deliberate attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure,…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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Algeria Condemns French Minister’s Visit to Laayoune, Accuses France of Ignoring International Law in Western Sahara

Algeria’s foreign ministry launched a strong condemnation on Tuesday following French Culture Minister Rachida Dati's historic visit to Laayoune, located in Morocco-controlled Western Sahara. The ministry expressed outrage, accusing France…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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UN Warns of Dire Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan, Focus on Displacement and Famine in Darfur

The United Nations expressed grave concern on Monday over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Sudan, with a particular focus on the violence impacting civilians in the Zamzam displacement camp in…

Africa News Now February 18, 2025

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Sudanese Foreign Minister Meets Iranian Counterpart in Tehran to Strengthen Diplomatic Ties Amid Ongoing Conflict

On Monday, Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Youssef Ahmed Al-Sharif met with his Iranian counterpart, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in Tehran as part of a diplomatic mission to reinforce bilateral relations between…

Africa News Now February 18, 2025

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French Culture Minister Rachida Dati Strengthens Cultural Ties with Morocco Amid Controversial Western Sahara Visit

French Culture Minister Rachida Dati visited Morocco on Monday, with a significant stop in the disputed region of Western Sahara, to reinforce cultural relations between France and Morocco. Accompanied by…

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Egypt and Jordan Collaborate on Gaza Rebuilding Plans Amid Ongoing Tensions

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi welcomed Jordan's Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II in Cairo on Sunday as the two leaders continued discussions on the situation in Gaza. This…

Africa News Now February 17, 2025

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FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Makes Stop in Cairo Ahead of June Launch

The FIFA Club World Cup trophy has made another exciting stop on its global tour ahead of the tournament’s official launch in June. This week, the iconic trophy arrived in…

Africa News Now February 17, 2025

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Djibouti’s Mahmoud Youssouf Elected Chairperson of the African Union Commission

Djibouti’s Foreign Minister, Mahmoud Youssouf, has emerged victorious in the race to become the next Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, securing a significant political achievement for his country.…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025

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UN Calls for Immediate Action to Address Sudan’s Escalating Humanitarian Crisis at African Union Summit

During the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered an urgent plea to the international community, calling for swift action to address the escalating humanitarian crisis…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025