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Conservative Anglican Leaders Form New Council but Stop Short of Challenging Canterbury

Conservative Anglican leaders meeting in Abuja, Nigeria have stepped back from plans to appoint a rival global leader to the Anglican Communion, instead announcing a new governing council to represent…

Africa News Now March 5, 2026

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CAF Postpones 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Weeks Before Kick-Off

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations just 12 days before the tournament was scheduled to begin in Morocco, citing “unforeseen circumstances.”…

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Guinea’s President Doumbouya Returns to Conakry After Three-Week Absence

Guinea’s military leader and president Mamady Doumbouya returned to the capital Conakry on Friday after a three-week absence that had sparked widespread speculation about his health and whereabouts. Doumbouya, 41,…

Africa News Now March 4, 2026

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Ghana and Saint Kitts and Nevis Sign Visa-Free Travel and Labour Mobility Agreements

Ghana and Saint Kitts and Nevis have signed a landmark visa exemption agreement that allows holders of ordinary passports from both countries to travel without visas, marking a significant step…

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ECOWAS Begins Pre-Election Assessment Mission in Cabo Verde Ahead of 2026 Polls

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a pre-electoral fact-finding mission in Cabo Verde as the island nation prepares for its 2026 legislative and presidential elections. The…

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Senegal and EU Deepen Strategic Partnership on Security, Migration and Investment

Senegal and the European Union have reaffirmed their strategic partnership following a high-level visit to Dakar by two European commissioners aimed at strengthening cooperation on security, migration and economic development.…

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ECOWAS Plans 2,000-Strong Regional Force to Tackle Rising Jihadist Threat

Military chiefs from the 12 member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have agreed in principle to establish a new regional force to combat jihadist insurgencies…

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French Court Backs Partial Extradition of Senegalese Media Owner Madiambal Diagne

A French Court of Appeal has delivered a “partially favorable” ruling on the extradition request for Madiambal Diagne, a prominent Senegalese journalist and government critic wanted by authorities in Senegal.…

Africa News Now March 3, 2026

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Ghana’s Mahama and Tanzania’s Samia Hassan Hold Bilateral Talks on Energy, Trade and Reparations

President John Dramani Mahama has held high-level talks with Samia Suluhu Hassan at the State House in Arusha, focusing on strengthening Ghana–Tanzania relations and addressing key regional and global developments.…

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Benin Offers €30,000 Reward for Alleged Coup Plotters After Failed Takeover

Benin’s Republican Police have issued an international wanted notice for nine suspects accused of leading an attempted coup nearly three months ago, offering a reward of more than €30,000 for…

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Macky Sall Enters Race for UN Secretary-General Post

Former Senegalese president Macky Sall has officially joined the race to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations, after being nominated by Burundi. The UN confirmed Monday that Sall,…

Africa News Now March 3, 2026