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Nigeria Wins Record 10th WAFCON Title

The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat was filled with electric energy as over 45,000 fans packed the stands to witness the final showdown of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup…

Africa News Now July 28, 2025

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Ghana Mourns Legendary Highlife Star Daddy Lumba, Dead at 60

Ghana is in mourning following the death of one of its most celebrated music legends, Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, who passed away at age 60 after…

Africa News Now July 27, 2025

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Guinea and Senegal to Boost Marine Sustainability With New Fisheries Pact

Guinea and Senegal have taken a major step toward sustainable marine resource management by signing a new implementation protocol under their existing bilateral fisheries and aquaculture agreement. The protocol, signed…

Africa News Now July 21, 2025

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Mali Army Launches Sweeping Counter-Offensive After Jihadist Kill Dozens

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) have intensified a nationwide military campaign targeting al-Qaeda-linked jihadist group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), following a string of coordinated assaults on July 1 that…

Africa News Now July 21, 2025

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Burkina Faso Junta Abolishes Electoral Commission, Tightens Grip on Power

Burkina Faso’s ruling military government has officially dissolved the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission, transferring control of future elections to the Interior Ministry. The move, announced via state broadcaster RTB…

Africa News Now July 17, 2025

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Senegal Raises $644 Million in Oversubscribed Bond Sale Amid Debt Concerns

Senegal’s government has successfully raised 364 billion CFA francs ($644 million) through its second bond issuance of 2025, surpassing its initial target of 300 billion CFA by more than 21%,…

Africa News Now July 17, 2025

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Senegal and Benin Strengthen Ties as Presidents Faye and Talon Call for Urgent Regional Reforms

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye arrived in Cotonou on Tuesday, July 15, for a one-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties with Benin and revitalizing regional institutions grappling with…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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London Mayor Begins Landmark Trade Mission in Lagos to Boost UK-Nigeria Tech and Creative Ties

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has kicked off a historic five-day African trade mission in Lagos, Nigeria, aiming to deepen economic and cultural ties between the UK and key African cities.…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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Mahama Orders Arrest of Fake Anti-Galamsey Agents, Declares Illegal Mining a National Emergency

Ghanaian President John Mahama has directed the immediate arrest and prosecution of individuals posing as members of the National Anti-Galamsey Taskforce who are reportedly extorting money from licensed small-scale miners.…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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Thousands Mourn as Nigeria’s Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari Is Laid to Rest in Daura

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari was laid to rest on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, as thousands of mourners gathered along the streets to pay their final…

Africa News Now July 15, 2025

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AU Extends Reparations Theme to 2036, Ghana Tapped to Lead Under Mahama’s Stewardship

The African Union (AU) has adopted a landmark resolution extending its focus on reparations for slavery and colonialism by ten more years—from 2026 to 2036. This significant decision was made…

Africa News Now July 14, 2025