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Burkina Faso Grants Amnesty to Soldiers Involved in 2015 Coup Attempt

Burkina Faso’s transitional president has granted amnesty to over 20 soldiers convicted or prosecuted for their roles in the failed coup attempt of September 15-16, 2015. The decree, issued on…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Sahel Alliance Imposes Import Levy to Fund Economic Independence After ECOWAS Exit

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have announced a 0.5% import levy on goods entering their territories, marking a significant step in financing their newly formed economic and military bloc, the…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Mahama Urges Bawku Residents to Embrace Peace During Ramadan

President John Dramani Mahama has called on the people of Bawku in Ghana’s Upper East Region to embrace peace as they observe Ramadan, emphasizing the importance of unity and reconciliation…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Olanrewagu Dies After Collapsing in Ghana Professional Boxing League Fight

A tragic incident unfolded at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra on Saturday night during the Bel 7Star Ghana Professional Boxing League, as Nigerian light heavyweight boxer Gabriel Aluwasegun Olanrewagu…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Guinea’s Junta Grants Pardon to Ex-Military Ruler Moussa Dadis Camara Months After Conviction

Guinea’s transitional president, General Mamadi Doumbouya, has issued a presidential pardon to former military leader Moussa Dadis Camara, just nine months after he was sentenced to 20 years in prison…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Ivorian Chef Zeinab Bancé Launches New Bid to Break Longest Cooking Marathon Record

Ivorian chef Zeinab Bancé has embarked on another ambitious attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest continuous cooking marathon. Her latest effort comes after a previous attempt…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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ECOWAS Delegation Urges Unity to End Liberia’s House of Representatives Crisis

An ECOWAS delegation, led by Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, has called for unity and respect for the rule of law in resolving Liberia’s ongoing House of Representatives dispute. The mission engaged…

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Mali and Niger Tighten Regulations on Chinese Investors in Mining and Petroleum Sectors

Mali and Niger are intensifying efforts to regulate Chinese investments in their extractive industries, demanding stricter compliance with local laws and a more equitable share of economic benefits. Both countries,…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Senegal’s President Faye and Rwanda’s Kagame Strengthen Ties, Discuss DRC Peace Efforts

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Rwandan President Paul Kagame have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and fostering peace in Africa, particularly addressing the escalating crisis in the…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Ghana’s John Mahama Meets Nigeria’s Tinubu to Strengthen ECOWAS Amid Sahel Tensions

Ghana’s former President John Mahama met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Thursday as part of his ongoing diplomatic efforts to reinforce regional unity and cooperation within the…

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Burkina Faso Secures 35 Billion CFA in Oversubscribed UMOA-Titres Debt Issuance

Burkina Faso has successfully raised 35 billion CFA francs ($58 million) through a financing operation conducted via the UMOA-Titres Agency, achieving an impressive coverage rate of 130.04%. The oversubscribed debt…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025