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Guinea Eases Media Ban Ahead of Referendum

Guinea’s ruling junta has partially eased restrictions on press freedom by lifting a controversial ban that barred journalists from covering opposition political parties, a move seen as an attempt to…

Africa News Now September 2, 2025

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AU Rejects RSF’s Self-Appointed Government in Sudan, Warns of Deeper Crisis

The African Union has firmly rejected the Rapid Support Forces’ move to establish a parallel government in Sudan, warning it could worsen the ongoing civil war and derail any path…

Africa News Now July 31, 2025

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Togo Confirms Dozens Killed in Jihadist Attacks as Sahel Insecurity Spills South

Togo’s foreign minister has revealed that at least 54 civilians and 8 soldiers have been killed in a wave of jihadist attacks this year, marking a rare official confirmation of…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

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Somaliland Offers U.S. Military Base and Minerals in Bid for International Recognition

Somaliland, the self-declared republic that broke away from Somalia in 1991, is intensifying efforts to win formal recognition from the United States, offering strategic and economic incentives in return. In…

Africa News Now July 30, 2025

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AU Extends Reparations Theme to 2036, Ghana Tapped to Lead Under Mahama’s Stewardship

The African Union (AU) has adopted a landmark resolution extending its focus on reparations for slavery and colonialism by ten more years—from 2026 to 2036. This significant decision was made…

Africa News Now July 14, 2025

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Togo Gears Up for Municipal Elections Amid Tensions and Last-Minute Campaign Push

Togo’s municipal election campaign is entering its final stretch ahead of the July 17 vote, with political activity ramping up across the country after a slow start. Campaigning, which began…

Africa News Now July 14, 2025

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Opposition in Côte d’Ivoire Demands Urgent Reforms Ahead of October Presidential Election

With less than three months remaining before Côte d’Ivoire’s presidential election scheduled for October 25, opposition parties are intensifying calls for urgent political dialogue and electoral reforms. The demands come…

Africa News Now July 7, 2025

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Mali Parliament Grants Goita Indefinite Presidential Mandate Without Elections

Mali’s transitional parliament has unanimously approved a bill granting interim leader Gen. Assimi Goita an unelected presidential mandate that can be renewed indefinitely, effectively allowing him to remain in power…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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Gambian Speaker Highlights Parliamentary Diplomacy in Strengthening Ties with Senegal

The Speaker of The Gambia’s National Assembly, Fabakary Tombong Jatta, has underscored the vital role of parliamentary diplomacy in reinforcing bilateral relations between The Gambia and Senegal. His remarks came…

Africa News Now July 1, 2025

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Ecowas Chairman Renews Push for Permanent African Seat on UN Security Council

Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio has intensified calls for Africa to secure a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, citing long-standing historical injustices and the continent’s evolving…

Africa News Now June 27, 2025

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Rwanda and DRC Sign Landmark Peace Deal in Washington with U.S. Backing and Mineral Access Provisions

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have signed a U.S.-brokered peace agreement in Washington, aimed at ending decades of armed conflict in eastern Congo and stabilizing one of…

Africa News Now June 27, 2025