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Namibia Contains Massive Etosha National Park Fire After Week-Long Battle

Namibia’s government says the devastating wildfire that swept across Etosha National Park one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves has now been contained after burning for more than a week.…

Africa News Now September 30, 2025

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Ramaphosa Urges UN to End “Weaponization of Trade,” Calls for Fair Global Economy

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his address at the 2025 UN General Assembly to deliver one of his strongest critiques yet of the global economic order, warning that…

Africa News Now September 25, 2025

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Morocco Launches Special E-Travel Authorization for African Fans Ahead of AFCON 2025

Morocco has introduced a new electronic travel authorization system to make it easier for African football fans to attend the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country will…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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South Africa Marks World Rhino Day Amid Rising Poaching Crisis

Conservationists in South Africa marked World Rhino Day with renewed urgency, as the nation remains both a sanctuary and a battleground for the survival of rhinos, one of the world’s…

Africa News Now September 22, 2025

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Top Police Official Alleges Syndicate Capture of South Africa’s Justice System

A high-stakes inquiry into corruption within South Africa’s law enforcement began in Pretoria on Wednesday, with KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi testifying that powerful criminal syndicates have infiltrated the country’s…

Africa News Now September 17, 2025

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South African Court Orders Edgar Lungu’s Burial in Zambia Despite Family’s Appeal

Pretoria’s High Court has rejected an appeal by the family of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu, confirming that his remains must be returned to Zambia for burial. Lungu, who led…

Africa News Now September 17, 2025

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Lesotho Banks on Potatoes to Boost Food Security, Jobs, and Growth

Lesotho has placed the potato at the heart of its agricultural strategy, seeing it as a pathway to food security, climate resilience, and economic growth. The decision, made in 2022…

Africa News Now September 2, 2025

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Comic Con Africa 2025 Draws Record Crowd as Pop Culture Fever Sweeps Johannesburg

Johannesburg was transformed into a playground for superheroes, gamers, and anime lovers last weekend as over 70,000 fans descended on the city for Comic Con Africa 2025, the continent’s largest…

Africa News Now September 1, 2025

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South Africa Races Against Time to Host Africa’s First G20 Summit

With just 100 days to go before the world’s most powerful leaders gather in Johannesburg, South Africa is ramping up preparations for the first-ever G20 Leaders’ Summit on African soil.The…

Africa News Now August 29, 2025

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South Africa’s Julius Malema Convicted of Hate Speech Over Rally Remarks

South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been found guilty of hate speech by the Equality Court, following remarks he made during a 2022 rally that judges said crossed the…

Africa News Now August 28, 2025

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Africa Launches Continental Plan to Curb Cholera as Sudan Battles Deadly Surge

Africa is ramping up its fight against cholera with the launch of a new continental emergency preparedness and response plan, unveiled by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention…

Africa News Now August 28, 2025