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FAO Warns Climate Change and Price Volatility Threaten Africa’s Coffee, Cocoa and Tea Farmers

Millions of African farmers who depend on coffee, cocoa and tea for their livelihoods are facing mounting economic pressure as volatile global prices, climate change and crop diseases continue to…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026

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AU Commission Chair Visits Mali to Strengthen Ties Amid Ongoing Political Transition

African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has arrived in Bamako for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening relations between the African Union and Mali, despite the country's continued…

Africa News Now July 13, 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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DR Congo Opens Second Ebola Treatment Centre as Recovery Offers Hope

Democratic Republic of the Congo has opened a second specialized Ebola treatment center in North Kivu Province as authorities intensify efforts to contain a deadly outbreak that has affected several…

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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Morocco Beats Canada to Reach Historic World Cup Quarter-Finals

Morocco made history on Saturday after a convincing 3-0 victory over Canada secured a place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, sparking jubilant celebrations among thousands of fans gathered in…

Africa News Now July 5, 2026

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Egypt Set to Receive $1.7 Billion EU Financial Support Amid Economic Reform Drive

Egypt is expected to receive a $1.7 billion financial assistance package from the European Union within days, marking the next phase of a broader €5 billion (about $5.7 billion) macro-financial…

Africa News Now July 5, 2026

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Eight Killed in Southern Egypt Shooting as Police Gun Down Attacker

At least eight people were killed and five others injured after a gunman opened fire on a busy street in southern Egypt on Monday, according to the country’s Interior Ministry.…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Draw Anounced

The road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations officially began on Tuesday after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) conducted the qualifying draw in Cairo, Egypt, ahead of the…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026