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Tanzania Lifts Agricultural Import Ban on Malawi and South Africa Following Diplomatic Talks

Tanzania has lifted its recently imposed ban on agricultural imports from Malawi and South Africa, the Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority (TPHPA) announced late Friday. The decision, effective immediately,…

Africa News Now April 28, 2025

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Tanzania Shuts Border to Malawian and South African Produce Amid Growing Regional Trade Dispute

Trade tensions are intensifying in southern Africa as Tanzania imposed a ban on all agricultural imports from Malawi and South Africa, citing discriminatory trade practices and unfair barriers against its…

Africa News Now April 24, 2025

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Zelensky’s Landmark Visit to South Africa Signals Shift in Ukraine-Africa Ties Amid Rising Global Tensions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has concluded a landmark diplomatic visit to South Africa, marking a significant thaw in relations between the two countries and reflecting Kyiv’s intensified push to gain…

Africa News Now April 24, 2025

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South Africa Scraps VAT Hike Amid Coalition Rift and Public Backlash

South Africa’s government has abandoned a controversial plan to raise the value-added tax (VAT) by 0.5 percentage points, a move that had threatened to fracture the country's fragile coalition government…

Africa News Now April 24, 2025

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CAF Fines Mamelodi Sundowns and Esperance Over Fan Violence Ahead of Club World Cup

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed heavy fines on Mamelodi Sundowns and Esperance de Tunis following violent fan clashes during their CAF Champions League quarter-final on April 1.…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Trump Administration Weighs Closure of 30 U.S. Embassies and Consulates, Targeting Africa in Major Diplomatic Pullback

The Trump administration is considering a sweeping downsizing of America’s global diplomatic footprint, with internal State Department documents revealing plans to close nearly 30 embassies and consulates worldwide, including at…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Nigeria and South Africa Sign Strategic Pact to Revitalize Mining Sector and Boost Economic Diversification

Nigeria and South Africa have entered into a landmark agreement to deepen bilateral cooperation in the mining sector, as Africa’s largest economy intensifies efforts to diversify away from oil dependency…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Ghana Reclaims Control of Damang Gold Mine as Lease with Abosso Goldfields Expires

The Government of Ghana has formally taken over operations of the Damang Gold Mine in the Western Region, following its decision not to renew the 30-year mining lease granted to…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Namibia Imposes Visa Requirements on U.S. Citizens in Reciprocal Travel Policy Shift

In a landmark shift in foreign policy, Namibia has ended visa-free entry for U.S. citizens, citing the need for reciprocity in international travel. The new regulation, announced by the Namibian…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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Ramaphosa Appoints Special Envoy to U.S. as Diplomatic Rift with Trump Administration Deepens

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday appointed former Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas as a special envoy to the United States, amid rapidly escalating diplomatic tensions with the Trump…

Africa News Now April 14, 2025

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Yinka Shonibare Brings “Safiotra Hybridities” to Madagascar, Exploring Identity Through Art and History

Renowned British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare CBE has unveiled his latest exhibition, “Safiotra Hybridities,” in Antananarivo, Madagascar, marking his first major presentation in the island nation. The show opens April 11…

Africa News Now April 11, 2025