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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

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Morocco Prepares to Co-Host 2030 FIFA World Cup

Rabat is undergoing a major transformation as construction and restoration projects accelerate in preparation for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The Moroccan capital is one of six cities in the…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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Major Cybercrime Crackdown: 306 Arrested, 1,842 Devices Seized Across Seven African Nations

In a sweeping international operation against cyber-enabled scams, authorities in seven African nations have arrested 306 suspects and seized 1,842 devices as part of Operation Red Card—a coordinated crackdown on…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Chad Condemns Sudanese General’s Threats, Calls It a “Declaration of War

Chad has strongly condemned remarks made by a senior Sudanese general, describing them as a "declaration of war" after he threatened to target Chadian airports. In a statement, Chad’s foreign…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Sudanese Army Recaptures Khartoum Presidential Palace from RSF After Two Years of Fighting

The Sudanese army has announced the recapture of the presidential palace in Khartoum from the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF), marking a significant milestone in the ongoing conflict that…

Africa News Now March 21, 2025

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Tunisian President Kais Saied Dismisses Prime Minister Kamel Madouri, Appoints Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri

In the early hours of Friday, Tunisian President Kais Saied dismissed Prime Minister Kamel Madouri, according to an official statement from the presidency. Madouri, who was appointed in August 2024…

Africa News Now March 21, 2025

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Sudanese Documentary ‘Khartoum’ Wins Gilda Vieira de Mello Prize at Geneva International Film Festival

The documentary film Khartoum has won the prestigious Gilda Vieira de Mello Prize at the 25th edition of the Geneva International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights. The film…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Ghana to Host Third Edition of African Schools Football Championship, Marking Historic First for West Africa

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that Ghana will be the host nation for the highly anticipated third edition of the African Schools Football Championship. This landmark…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Africa’s Economic Growth Projected at 3.8% in 2025 and 4.1% in 2026, UNECA Report Highlights Key Challenges

Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by 3.8% in 2025 and 4.1% in 2026, according to the latest report released by the United Nations Economic Commission for…

Africa News Now March 13, 2025

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African Union Rejects RSF’s Parallel Government in Sudan, Warns of Threat to National Unity

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC) has strongly rejected the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) declaration of a parallel government in Sudan, warning that such an action undermines the…

Africa News Now March 13, 2025