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Abidjan Hosts Africa’s Premier Space Technology Expo to Drive Innovation and Sustainable Development

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire's economic capital, is hosting the second edition of the African Space Solutions Market (ASSM) from 7 to 9 July 2026, bringing together policymakers, scientists, entrepreneurs, investors and…

Africa News Now July 9, 2026

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Russia Reaffirms Military Support for Sahel Alliance as Moscow Deepens Ties with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger

Russia has pledged to continue strengthening military cooperation with the military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, reinforcing its growing influence in the Sahel as the three countries deepen…

Africa News Now July 9, 2026

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Jihadists and Tuareg Separatists Clash With Mali Forces Over Strategic Northern Camp

Fighting has intensified in northern Mali as Al-Qaeda-linked militants and Tuareg separatists battle government forces and Russian-backed fighters for control of a strategic military camp in Anefis. The coordinated offensive,…

Africa News Now July 7, 2026

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AES and ECOWAS Continue Talks to Build New Regional Cooperation Framework

Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), has reaffirmed that discussions with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are continuing as both blocs work…

Africa News Now July 7, 2026

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Guinea-Bissau to Hold Constitutional Referendum on Expanding Presidential Powers

Guinea-Bissau's military-led transitional government has announced that a constitutional referendum will be held on August 30, asking citizens to vote on sweeping reforms that would significantly expand the powers of…

Africa News Now July 7, 2026

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Senegal’s President Faye Moves to Form New Party as Rift With Sonko Deepens

Bassirou Diomaye Faye is preparing to launch a new political party, signaling an increasingly public split with former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko as political tensions grow ahead of local elections…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026

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Carlos Queiroz Resigns as Ghana Coach After Black Stars’ World Cup Exit

Carlos Queiroz has resigned as head coach of Ghana national football team following the Black Stars' elimination from the FIFA World Cup, ending his brief tenure after the team's 1-0…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026

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Cape Verde Celebrates Historic World Cup Debut as Blue Sharks Return Home

Thousands of jubilant fans lined the streets of Praia on Sunday to welcome home Cape Verde's national football team after the Blue Sharks made history with an impressive debut at…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026

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Autism Stigma Leaves Families Struggling for Support in Guinea

In the Guinean town of Fria, 15-year-old Kazaliou Baldé's journey reflects the challenges many families face in caring for children with autism in a country where awareness remains low and…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026

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Nigeria and US Forces Kill Three Senior ISWAP Commanders in Joint Anti-Terror Operation

Nigeria says its military, working alongside the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), has killed three senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in a series of coordinated…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

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Nigeria’s Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman Arrested After 75-Year Corruption Sentence

Former Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, has been arrested days after being sentenced to 75 years in prison over corruption charges linked to major electricity projects, the country’s anti-graft…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026