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Ghana’s Minority Caucus Accuses Attorney General of Overreach in Raids on Former Officials

Ghana’s Minority Caucus in Parliament has strongly criticized Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine, accusing him of misusing his office to target former government officials through unwarranted searches, arrests, and investigations…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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George Weah Urges UN Oversight Amid Reports of Voter Intimidation in Liberia’s Nimba County

Former Liberian President George Weah has expressed deep concern over allegations of voter intimidation and political interference in Nimba County ahead of the upcoming senatorial by-election. Weah has called on…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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IMF Suspends $1.8 Billion Credit Facility to Senegal Over Misreported Debt Figures

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has suspended its $1.8 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) to Senegal, citing concerns over misreported economic data under the administration of former President Macky Sall.…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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Liberia and EU Assess Progress on Light Up South-East (LUSE) Project to Expand Rural Electrification

The Liberian government, in collaboration with the European Union (EU), has launched a five-day site visit to assess the progress of the Light Up South-East (LUSE) Project, a transformative initiative…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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ECOWAS Aims for 10 Million Intra-Regional Tourists by 2029, Strengthens Free Movement and Tourism Policies

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has set an ambitious target of attracting 10 million intra-community tourists by 2029 under its Regional Tourism Policy (ECOTOUR 2021–2030). In a…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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Niger Declares National Mourning After Deadly Jihadist Attack on Mosque

The Nigerien government has declared three days of national mourning to honor the victims of a brutal jihadist attack on a mosque in Niamey, which left at least 40 worshippers…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Hundreds Protest in Lomé Against Togo’s Proposed Constitutional Reforms

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Lomé, Togo’s capital, to oppose the government’s proposed constitutional changes, which critics say could entrench the ruling party’s hold on power. The…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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NDLEA Arrests Indian National, Seizes Over 180kg of Drugs in Major Crackdown

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking with a series of high-profile arrests and drug seizures across Nigeria. Among those arrested is a…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Gambia Intercepts Over 70 West African Migrants in Crackdown on Illegal Migration

Gambian authorities have intercepted more than 70 West African migrants attempting to embark on a dangerous journey to Europe. The group, comprising nationals from Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, and Senegal, was detained…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Ghana and Georgia Strengthen Ties as Ukraine Seeks to Restore Educational Partnerships

Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that Georgia is considering establishing a diplomatic presence in Accra as part of efforts to enhance bilateral relations between the…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025

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Major Cybercrime Crackdown: 306 Arrested, 1,842 Devices Seized Across Seven African Nations

In a sweeping international operation against cyber-enabled scams, authorities in seven African nations have arrested 306 suspects and seized 1,842 devices as part of Operation Red Card—a coordinated crackdown on…

Africa News Now March 24, 2025