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Central African Republic President Touadera Invites Russian President Putin
January 8, 2026
Ethiopia and China Pledge Deeper Cooperation During Wang Yi’s Africa Visit
January 8, 2026
Chinese, Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa Ahead of BRICS+ Naval Drill
January 8, 2026
Central African Republic Opposition Rejects Election Results, Alleges Fraud
January 8, 2026
Former Ghana Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Detained in the U.S. Amid Corruption Charges
January 8, 2026
Mali and Canada Strengthen Cooperation to Protect Education Amid Insecurity
January 8, 2026
Somalia Launches “Total War” Against al-Shabab as Government Reclaims Key Towns
January 8, 2026
South Africa Assures U.S. It Will Not Block Controversial Afrikaner Refugee Program
January 8, 2026
Senegal Exceeds 2025 Oil and Gas Production Targets
January 8, 2026
Ivory Coast Government Resigns After RHDP Landslide Victory
January 8, 2026
AU Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland, Citing Regional and Legal Concerns
January 7, 2026
Migrant Boat Returns to Gambia After Taking on Water, No Casualties Reported
January 7, 2026
Young African Migrants Face Freezing Nights on the Streets of Paris
January 7, 2026
Nigerian Air Force Takes Lead After U.S. Strikes on Jihadists in Sokoto
January 7, 2026
President Mahama Pledges Transparent Leadership on One-Year Anniversary in Office
January 7, 2026
Burkina Faso Says Security Forces Foiled New Coup Plot Against Junta Leader
January 7, 2026
Côte d’Ivoire Raises CFA 320.8 Billion in Oversubscribed Regional Bond Auction
January 7, 2026
China-Led BRICS Naval Drill to Begin in South African Waters
January 7, 2026
Political Campaign Repression Hits Uganda Ahead of January Elections
January 7, 2026
Egypt’s Coptic Christians Mark Christmas with Prayers for Peace and Stability
January 7, 2026
South Africa’s Artisanal Miners Keep Coal Flowing Amid Crackdown and Energy Transition
January 7, 2026
Ramaphosa Condemns U.S. Military Capture of Venezuela’s Maduro, Urges UN Action
January 7, 2026
Suspected Jihadists Attack Mali’s Morila Gold Mine, Employees Taken Hostage
January 7, 2026
Somalia Condemns Israeli Foreign Minister’s Visit to Somaliland
January 6, 2026
Morocco’s Tourism Boom Breaks Records as Visitor Numbers Surge
January 6, 2026
Ghana Rejects Claims of 25% Fee Increase at University of Ghana
January 6, 2026
Ivory Coast Terror Trial Resumes Over Deadly 2020 Kafolo Attack
January 6, 2026
Tunisia Finally Frees Aid Workers Tried for Assisting Migrants
January 6, 2026
Touadéra Wins Third Term in Central African Republic After Contested Vote
January 6, 2026
Uganda Denies Plans for Internet Shutdown Ahead of January Elections
January 6, 2026
Cape Town Minstrels Parade Fills Streets With Music, History and Colour
January 5, 2026
UNICEF Warns of Surge in Sexual Violence Against Children at DR Congo Displacement Camp
January 5, 2026
Amnesty Accuses Uganda of Crackdown Ahead of January Elections
January 5, 2026
Equatorial Guinea Moves Capital from Malabo to Ciudad de La Paz
January 5, 2026
Zimbabwe Moves to Tackle One of Africa’s Deadliest Road Safety Crises
January 5, 2026
ECOWAS Warns Against Use of Force After U.S. Action Against Venezuela’s Leadership
January 5, 2026
Guinea’s Supreme Court Confirms Doumbouya’s Landslide Election Victory
January 5, 2026
Boat Capsizes in Northeast Nigeria, Leaving 26 Dead and Dozens Affected
January 5, 2026
Deadly Market Attack in Nigeria’s Niger State Leaves 50 Dead, Dozens Abducted
January 5, 2026
CAR Deploys Troops With UN Support to Secure December Elections
December 18, 2025
Guinea’s Simandou Mine Starts Exports as Mass Layoffs Raise Social Tensions
December 18, 2025
Burkina Faso Frees Detained Nigerian Air Force Crew After Diplomatic Talks
December 18, 2025
M23 Rebels Begin Withdrawal from Uvira After U.S.-Led Mediation Effort
December 18, 2025
South Africa Arrests Seven Kenyans Working Illegally at U.S. Refugee Processing Centre
December 17, 2025
DRC Opposition Decries Arrest of Former Presidential Candidate Emmanuel Shadary
December 17, 2025
South Africa in Talks with Russia to Repatriate 17 Citizens Drawn into Ukraine War
December 17, 2025
Sudan Tops Global Humanitarian Crisis Watchlist Amid Worsening Civil War
December 17, 2025
Central African Republic Nears Election Date as Key Voting Materials Arrive in Bangui
December 17, 2025
U.S. Expands Travel Ban to Four African Countries, Citing Security Concerns
December 17, 2025
Modi Visits Ethiopia to Deepen Strategic and Economic Ties
December 16, 2025
Benin Jails 30 Soldiers Over Failed December Coup, Fugitive Leader Fleeing to Togo
December 16, 2025
Egypt Fans Rally Behind Mohamed Salah as He Prepares for AFCON 2025
December 16, 2025
Sudan’s Sovereignty Council Head Holds Talks in Riyadh Amid Ongoing Conflict
December 16, 2025
Gunmen Abduct 13 During Church Service in Kogi, Nigeria
December 16, 2025
Egypt and Nigeria Face Off in Final AFCON Warm-Up Friendly
December 16, 2025
UN Peacekeepers Killed in Sudan Drone Strike, Bangladesh Mourns Fallen Soldiers
December 16, 2025
Former Congolese Rebel Leader Sentenced to 30 Years in Landmark French War Crimes Trial
December 16, 2025
Sierra Leone Declares End of Mpox Epidemic After Two Years
December 16, 2025
Nine African Migrants Die from Freezing Temperatures in Morocco’s Border
December 15, 2025
Deadly Floods Kill Dozens in Morocco’s Coastal City of Safi
December 15, 2025
ECOWAS Rejects Guinea-Bissau Military Transition Plan, Warns of Sanctions
December 15, 2025
African Union Condemns Deadly Anti-Semitic Attack in Australia
December 15, 2025
Botswana Investigates Young Men Recruited for Ukraine Conflict Amid Growing African Risk
December 15, 2025
Egypt Unveils Restored Colossi of Memnon in Luxor to Boost Tourism
December 15, 2025
Burundi 40,000 Congolese Refugees Amid South Kivu Conflict
December 12, 2025
ECOWAS to Abolish Air Transport Taxes and Cut Aviation Fees from 2026
December 12, 2025
World Leaders Gather in Nairobi for UNEA-7 to Tackle Global Environmental Crisis
December 12, 2025
Ethiopia Sets General Election for 1 June 2026
December 11, 2025
UNESCO Recognizes Egypt’s Beloved Koshari as Intangible Cultural Heritage
December 11, 2025
U.S. to Deport 15 Kenyans Under Expanded “Worst of the Worst” Immigration Database
December 11, 2025
Egypt Opens Bids for Hurghada Airport as Part of Privatization Plan
December 11, 2025
Kenyan Court Suspends $2.5 Billion US Health Pact Over Data Concerns
December 11, 2025
UN Urges Large-Scale Government-Led Initiatives to Tackle Egypt’s Development Challenges
December 11, 2025
Crisis in Eastern Congo Leaves Pregnant Women Struggling for Care
December 11, 2025
Ghana Expels Three Israelis in Retaliation for Ben Gurion Airport Incident
December 11, 2025
Morocco Face Syria as Arab Cup Quarter-Finals Kick Off in Qatar
December 11, 2025
Uganda Secures $2.3bn Health Partnership with U.S. to Boost Disease Response
December 10, 2025
Fugitive Benin Coup Leader Reportedly Sheltered in Togo
December 10, 2025
Ghana Protests ‘Humiliating’ Treatment of Citizens at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport
December 10, 2025
Denmark’s Queen Mary Begins Three-Day Visit
December 10, 2025
Ethiopia’s Ambitious Mega-Projects Collide With Rising Regional Tensions and Internal Conflict
December 10, 2025
Building Collapse in Fez Highlights Morocco’s Growing Urban Safety Concerns Ahead of Afcon
December 10, 2025
Tanzania Tightens Security as Independence Day Passes Without Planned Protests
December 10, 2025
Burkina Faso Accuses Nigeria of Airspace Violation After Military Plane Makes Emergency Landing
December 9, 2025
Benin Foils Early-Morning Coup Attempt as Regional Forces Join Hunt for Fugitive Leader
December 9, 2025
Fifth Kenyan Police Contingent Arrives in Haiti Ahead of Elections
December 9, 2025
Tshisekedi Accuses Rwanda of Breaking Ceasefire Deal Just One Day After Signing
December 9, 2025
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara Sworn in for Fourth Term Amid Controversy
December 8, 2025
Mohamed Salah Omitted from Champions League Squad for Tuesday Clash
December 8, 2025
Cameroon Truckers’ Strike Paralyzes Key Trade Route as Tensions Boil Over
December 8, 2025
100 Nigerian Students Freed After Two Weeks in Captivity
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Kenya Shines in Valencia as Korir and Jepkosgei Deliver Record-Breaking Marathon Wins
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South Africa Ends Visa-Free Entry for Palestinians After Suspicious Charter Flights
December 8, 2025
Benin President Thanks Army for Foiling Coup Attempt
December 8, 2025
France Pledges Stronger Security Cooperation with Nigeria
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Norway Clarifies “No New U.S. Plan” as Sudan’s Army Chief Welcomes Diplomatic Reset
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Ugandan Police Clash with Bobi Wine Supporters as Election Tensions Rise
November 28, 2025
AFCON 2025 Trophy Unveiled in London as Global Tour Begins Ahead of Morocco Tournament
November 28, 2025
Somalia’s Health System Near Collapse as Donor Funding Dries Up After U.S. Aid Cuts
November 28, 2025
Ramaphosa Rejects Trump’s Threat to Bar South Africa From G20, Calls Remarks “An Insult”
November 27, 2025
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Central African Republic President Touadera Invites Russian President Putin

The re-elected President of the Central African Republic (CAR), Faustin-Archange Touadera, has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit the country, further cementing a partnership that has grown in recent…
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Posted by Africa News Now January 8, 2026
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Ethiopia and China Pledge Deeper Cooperation During Wang Yi’s Africa Visit

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed welcomed Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Addis Ababa on Thursday, marking the first stop of Wang’s 2026 New Year diplomatic tour of Africa. The…
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Posted by Africa News Now January 8, 2026
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Chinese, Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa Ahead of BRICS+ Naval Drill

Warships from China and Iran have arrived in Cape Town’s False Bay as South Africa prepares to host a major BRICS+ naval exercise called “Will for Peace 2026.” The week‑long…
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Posted by Africa News Now January 8, 2026
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Central African Republic Opposition Rejects Election Results, Alleges Fraud

Anicet Georges Dologuélé, the runner-up in the Central African Republic (CAR) presidential election, rejected provisional results on Wednesday, alleging widespread manipulation by the National Elections Authority. Dologuélé claimed that more…
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Posted by Africa News Now January 8, 2026
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Former Ghana Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Detained in the U.S. Amid Corruption Charges

Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana’s former finance minister, has been detained by U.S. authorities, his lawyer confirmed Wednesday. Ofori-Atta, 66, is in the United States for medical treatment but faces corruption allegations…
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Posted by Africa News Now January 8, 2026
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Mali and Canada Strengthen Cooperation to Protect Education Amid Insecurity

Mali and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting education in regions affected by insecurity, aiming to improve access to schooling and sustain learning for vulnerable children. On Monday in…
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Posted by Africa News Now January 8, 2026
Three Chinese Nationals Arrested in Eastern DR Congo with Gold and Cash in Suspicious Operation
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Three Chinese Nationals Arrested in Eastern DR Congo with Gold and Cash in Suspicious Operation

Three Chinese nationals have been arrested in South Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after authorities discovered 12 gold bars and $800,000 in cash hidden under the…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
Space Debris from Rocket Separation Stage Falls in Eastern Kenya; No Injuries Reported
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Space Debris from Rocket Separation Stage Falls in Eastern Kenya; No Injuries Reported

In a rare occurrence, a metallic object believed to be part of a rocket's separation stage has fallen from space into a village in eastern Kenya. The incident, which occurred…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
Rare Twin Elephant Births in Kenya Mark New Year with Hope for Conservation
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Rare Twin Elephant Births in Kenya Mark New Year with Hope for Conservation

Kenya has received a rare and exciting conservation milestone as the new year begins, bringing good news for the elephant population in the country. On January 2, the Kenya Wildlife…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
Thousands Evacuated in Northeastern Ethiopia Amid Volcanic Activity at Mount Dofen
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Thousands Evacuated in Northeastern Ethiopia Amid Volcanic Activity at Mount Dofen

Thousands of civilians in the remote northeastern region of Ethiopia have been evacuated due to potential volcanic threats following unusual steam eruptions at Mount Dofen, a long-dormant volcano in the…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
UNESCO Recognizes Attieke as Intangible Cultural Heritage, Elevating Ivorian Cuisine
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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…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
Nigeria’s Defence Chief Addresses Boko Haram Threats, Human Rights Allegations, and Security Challenges
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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…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
“M23 REBELS SEIZE MASISI IN EASTERN DR CONGO AMID ONGOING CONFLICT AND REGIONAL INSTABILITY.”
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“M23 REBELS SEIZE MASISI IN EASTERN DR CONGO AMID ONGOING CONFLICT AND REGIONAL INSTABILITY.”

Rebel forces affiliated with the M23 group, reportedly supported by Rwanda, have taken control of the town of Masisi in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo…
Posted by Africa News Now January 5, 2025
Massive Fire Devastates Kantamanto Market, Africa’s largest clothes markets found in Ghana
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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…
Posted by Africa News Now January 3, 2025
Diplomatic Tensions Between Ethiopia and Somalia Eased After Turkey-Brokered Deal
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Diplomatic Tensions Between Ethiopia and Somalia Eased After Turkey-Brokered Deal

The diplomatic dispute between Ethiopia and Somalia, which had strained relations between the two neighboring countries for nearly a year, has now been resolved, according to Somalia's Foreign Minister Ahmed…
Posted by Africa News Now January 3, 2025
Ghana Becomes Fifth African Nation to Grant Visa-Free Access to All African Passport Holders
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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…
Posted by Africa News Now January 3, 2025
Mali’s Former Prime Minister Choguel Maiga Accused of Embezzlement Amid Public Spending Scandal
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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…
Posted by Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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