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Burna Boy Drops Star-Studded Album ‘No Sign of Weakness’ as Afrobeats Global Influence Grows

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has released his much-anticipated album No Sign of Weakness, a star-packed celebration of resilience and creativity. The album, which dropped on Friday, July 11, features…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Shatta Wale Endorses President Mahama, Urges Youth to Back Government for Economic Gains

Ghanaian dancehall icon Shatta Wale has publicly endorsed President John Mahama, calling on young people to support the current administration to improve their financial prospects. The endorsement came during a…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Nigerian Forces Kill 30 Bandits in Northwest After Deadly Village Attacks

Nigerian security forces have killed at least 30 armed bandits in a coordinated operation following deadly attacks on several villages in the country’s northwestern region, officials confirmed on Thursday, July…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Chebbak’s Hat-Trick Powers Morocco Past DR Congo at 2024 WAFCON

Morocco’s women’s national team delivered a commanding 4–2 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in their second Group A match at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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EU Grants €10M to Boost Senegal’s Defense, Curb Sahel Insecurity

The European Union has approved a €10 million defense assistance package for Senegal to strengthen the country's security infrastructure and bolster its leadership in promoting regional stability in West Africa.…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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U.S. Imposes Stricter Visa Rules on Nigeria and Ghana Amid Immigration Crackdown

The United States has revised its visa reciprocity policy for Nigeria and Ghana, significantly tightening restrictions on travelers from the two West African nations. Under the new rules, tourist, business,…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Ghana Abstains from UN Vote on LGBTQ+ Rights Amid Renewed Push for Anti-Gay Legislation

Ghana abstained from a key United Nations Human Rights Council vote on July 7, 2025, concerning the renewal of the mandate for the Independent Expert on protection against violence and…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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Trump Hosts West African Leaders for First Post-Reelection U.S.-Africa Mini-Summit

In a bid to revitalize U.S.-Africa relations, President Donald Trump is hosting a high-level mini-summit in Washington, D.C., this week with leaders from Senegal, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Gabon. The…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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Suspended Ghana Chief Justice Sues State at ECOWAS Court Over Alleged Rights Violations

Suspended Chief Justice of Ghana, Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, has filed a landmark lawsuit against the Republic of Ghana at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja, Nigeria, alleging violations…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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France Approves Return of Côte d’Ivoire’s Sacred Drum Looted in 1916

The French government has officially approved the restitution of Côte d’Ivoire’s sacred talking drum, Djidji Ayôkwé, a culturally significant artifact looted by French colonial forces in 1916. In a unanimous…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

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Senegal Partners with Korea’s DONEWON to Boost Fisheries Sector Under Agenda 2050

The Senegalese government has entered high-level talks with South Korean fishing conglomerate DONEWON to strengthen its fisheries value chain, promote local seafood processing, and support the country's long-term development blueprint,…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025