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France Begins Military Withdrawal from Chad with Handover of First Base Ahead of Upcoming Elections

France has officially handed over its first military base in Chad, marking the beginning of the planned withdrawal of French military forces from the country, according to statements from both…

Africa News Now December 26, 2024

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Senegal’s Foreign Minister Yassine Fall Discusses Vision for Economic Independence and New Diplomacy

Senegal is poised to enter a transformative phase under the leadership of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, with an ambitious 25-year development plan focused on achieving economic sovereignty, sustainable resource management,…

Africa News Now December 26, 2024

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Clergy Abuse in Africa: A Long Overdue Reckoning for the Church of England and Catholic Church

The Church of England is facing an overdue reckoning for its mishandling of child abuse cases, particularly in Africa, following the resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby in November. This decision…

Africa News Now December 25, 2024

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Joseph Boakai Sworn in as Liberia’s President, Faces Challenges of Poverty and Corruption

Joseph Boakai, 79, was officially sworn in as Liberia's new president on Monday, following his narrow victory in the November run-off election against incumbent George Weah. Boakai secured 50.64 percent…

Africa News Now December 22, 2024

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Winter Solstice Aligns Sun’s Rays with Ancient Egyptian Temple at Luxor, Drawing Thousands of Tourists

The winter solstice, the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, has become a celebrated occasion at the iconic Temple of Amun-Re in Luxor, Egypt. Each year on…

Africa News Now December 22, 2024

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UN Convening New Meeting of Libyan Experts to Address Electoral Impasse and Push for National Elections

The United Nations is organizing a new meeting of Libyan experts to address the deadlock surrounding the country’s long-awaited national elections, which have been delayed for over two years. The…

Africa News Now December 16, 2024

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Uganda Court Orders Government to Compensate Victims of Lord’s Resistance Army Commander Thomas Kwoyelo”

A court in Uganda has ruled that the government must pay $2,740 to each victim of former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Thomas Kwoyelo, who was convicted in October for…

Africa News Now December 16, 2024

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Libya’s National Oil Corporation to Declare Force Majeure After Zawiya Refinery Damage Amid Armed Clashes”

Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced plans to declare force majeure after significant damage occurred to the Zawiya Refinery’s reservoirs, caused by ongoing confrontations between armed groups in the area.…

Africa News Now December 15, 2024

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Egypt and China Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation, Discuss Syria’s Political Transition

The foreign ministers of Egypt and China met in Beijing on Friday to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including economics, industry, and energy. The meeting focused on strengthening…

Africa News Now December 13, 2024

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Mali’s Armed Forces and Russian Mercenaries Accused of Abuses Against Civilians Amid UN Withdrawal

Mali's armed forces, supported by Russian mercenaries from the Wagner Group, have committed widespread abuses against civilians since the withdrawal of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in December 2023, according…

Africa News Now December 12, 2024

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Malian Court Releases 11 Opposition Leaders Amid Growing Political Tensions and Military Rule

A Malian court has granted provisional release to 11 opposition leaders arrested in June on charges of plotting against the ruling military junta after advocating for a return to civilian…

Africa News Now December 6, 2024