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Trial of Chinese Nationals in Bukavu Highlights Ongoing Fight Against Illegal Mining in South Kivu

The High Court of Bukavu commenced a high-profile trial on Monday, involving three Chinese nationals accused of illegal mineral exploitation in Walungu, South Kivu. The defendants face seven serious charges,…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

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UAE and Kenya Forge Groundbreaking Economic Partnership Agreement to Boost Trade and Investment

In a landmark development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kenya have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) aimed at enhancing trade and investment flows between the two nations.…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

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Burkina Faso President Bans Colonial-Style Wigs in Judiciary to Promote Cultural Sovereignty

Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has banned the use of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges, marking a significant step in decolonizing the country’s judicial system. The ban is…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

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DRC Army Announces Military Gains Against M23 Rebels Amid Escalating Violence

Amid escalating violence in eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Congolese army has reported significant military victories over the M23 rebel group. Over the weekend, the…

Africa News Now January 13, 2025

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South African Sports Minister Calls for Proteas to Boycott Match Against Afghanistan Over Women’s Rights Issue

South Africa's Sports Minister, Gayton McKenzie, has joined public calls for the Proteas to boycott their upcoming Champions Trophy game against Afghanistan next month, criticizing the International Cricket Council (ICC)…

Africa News Now January 10, 2025

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Deadly Attack on Chad’s Presidential Palace Claims 19 Lives

At least 19 people have been killed in an attack on Chad's presidential palace, according to the government. The attack occurred on Wednesday in the capital, N'Djamena, and involved armed…

Africa News Now January 10, 2025

African Diaspora Central Africa

M23 Rebels Capture Key Towns in Eastern Congo, Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

M23 Rebels Capture Key Towns in Eastern Congo, Deepening Humanitarian Crisis Rebels from the M23 group have seized two crucial towns in eastern Congo, exacerbating the already dire security and…

Africa News Now January 7, 2025

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John Mahama Sworn In as Ghana’s President for Third Term Amidst Economic Crisis

John Mahama was sworn in as the President of Ghana for a third term on Tuesday, taking office amid the country's most severe economic crisis in decades. Thousands of Ghanaians…

Africa News Now January 7, 2025

African Diaspora ANN Central Africa

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Visits Four African Nations, Strengthening Diplomatic and Economic Ties”

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has commenced a diplomatic tour of four African nations—Namibia, the Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, and Chad—marking the 35th consecutive year that the Chinese foreign…

Africa News Now January 6, 2025

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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…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

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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…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025