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UNESCO Recognizes Attieke as Intangible Cultural Heritage, Elevating Ivorian Cuisine

Attieke, a beloved fermented cassava dish, has been officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, marking a significant milestone for the Ivory Coast and elevating the dish to…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

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Nigeria’s Defence Chief Addresses Boko Haram Threats, Human Rights Allegations, and Security Challenges

General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, has opened up about the country’s ongoing struggle against Boko Haram and its affiliated groups, highlighting persistent security challenges and the effects…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

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Massive Fire Devastates Kantamanto Market, Africa’s largest clothes markets found in Ghana

Kantamanto Market, one of Africa's largest hubs for second-hand clothing, has been left in ruins after a devastating fire swept through the marketplace. The fire, which broke out early on…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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Ghana Becomes Fifth African Nation to Grant Visa-Free Access to All African Passport Holders

In a landmark decision, Ghana has officially implemented a policy that allows all African passport holders to enter the country without the need for a visa, outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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Mali’s Former Prime Minister Choguel Maiga Accused of Embezzlement Amid Public Spending Scandal

Former Malian Prime Minister Choguel Maiga is facing serious allegations of embezzlement following a damning report by the body responsible for overseeing public spending in the country. The report accuses…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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The Return: African Diaspora Finds Homecoming in Ghana

In 2023, Keachia Bowers and Damon Smith made the bold decision to leave their lives in Florida behind and move to Ghana, joining a growing number of returnees reconnecting with…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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Ghana Parliament Approves Provisional Budget Amid Transition of Power

Ghana’s parliament has passed a provisional budget that will allow the government to spend $4.65 billion through March, ensuring that the country’s operations continue smoothly during the political transition. The…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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Nigeria to Launch National Credit Guarantee Company in May 2025 to Boost Access to Credit

On Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu announced that Nigeria would establish a National Credit Guarantee Company in May 2025. This initiative is a key part of Tinubu's economic reform agenda, designed…

Africa News Now January 2, 2025

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Nigerian Ministry Issues Travel Advisory for Australia Amid Rising Discrimination and Hate Crimes

The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory urging heightened caution for citizens planning to visit Australia due to a reported increase in harassment and discrimination against…

Africa News Now January 2, 2025

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Burkina Faso Court Sentences Two to Life for 2017 Deadly Attack on Turkish Restaurant

A court in Burkina Faso has sentenced two individuals to life imprisonment in connection with the deadly 2017 attack on a Turkish restaurant in the capital, Ouagadougou, which left 19…

Africa News Now January 1, 2025

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Migration Death Toll Soars as Over 46,000 Reach Spain’s Canary Islands in 2024 Amid Rising Atlantic Crossings

In 2024, at least 46,843 people reached Spain's Canary Islands, one of Europe's main entry points for irregular migration across the Atlantic, according to the country’s interior ministry. This marks…

Africa News Now January 1, 2025