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Qatar Pushes Peace Talks as Congo–M23 Deadline Passes Amid Rising Violence

Qatar said Sunday it has shared a draft peace agreement with both the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group, even as fighting intensifies in the country’s…

Africa News Now August 18, 2025

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Congo Cites Threat to Sovereignty Leading to Rejection of Kenya’s Consul Appointment in Rebel-Held Goma

The Congolese government on Saturday firmly rejected Kenya’s decision to appoint a consul general in Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, saying the move was “inappropriate” and a violation…

Africa News Now August 18, 2025

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Benin Moves to Protect Citizens in Gabon Amid Market Space Dispute

Benin’s government has stepped in to protect its nationals living in Lambaréné, Gabon, after reports surfaced of intimidation and harassment linked to a dispute over market stall allocations and new…

Africa News Now August 15, 2025

West Africa

Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger Deepen Military Alliance with Russia in Landmark Moscow Talks

Defense ministers from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger met in Moscow on August 14 for their first high-level trilateral talks with Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov, solidifying a fast-growing security…

Africa News Now August 15, 2025

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President Faye Exempt From New Anti-Corruption Law

Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has pledged to restore financial accountability after inheriting billions in hidden debt from his predecessor — yet a new transparency bill will not require him…

Africa News Now August 15, 2025

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Gambia Charges Three Women Over Baby’s Death Linked to FGM

Gambian police have charged three women in connection with the death of a one-month-old baby girl following a botched female genital mutilation (FGM) procedure — a case that has sparked…

Africa News Now August 15, 2025

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Ex-DR Congo Justice Minister Faces 10-Year Sentence Over $20M Prison Scandal

Former Democratic Republic of Congo Justice Minister Constant Mutamba could spend the next decade behind bars if convicted of embezzling nearly $20 million meant for a new prison in Kisangani.…

Africa News Now August 15, 2025

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South Africa Launches National Dialogue to Tackle Deep-Seated Crisis

South Africa is set to begin a sweeping “national dialogue” on Friday, bringing together political parties, civic leaders, and ordinary citizens in an ambitious effort to confront the country’s toughest…

Africa News Now August 15, 2025

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Moroccan Activist’s Trial for “Offending Islam” Postponed Amid Free Speech Debate

The trial of prominent Moroccan feminist and LGBTQ+ activist Ibtissame “Betty” Lachgar has been delayed, extending a high-profile case that has stirred fierce debate over free expression in the country.…

Africa News Now August 14, 2025

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Mali and US Deepen Ties for Regional Cooperation

Mali and the United States are working to strengthen their partnership after a high-level meeting in Bamako between Malian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop and a US delegation led by Ambassador…

Africa News Now August 14, 2025

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Sudan Launches Mass Cholera Vaccination Drive as Outbreak Claims Over 2,000 Lives

Sudan has launched a 10-day emergency cholera vaccination campaign in Khartoum, targeting everyone aged one and older, as the country battles one of its worst outbreaks in years. Health teams…

Africa News Now August 14, 2025