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Somalia Launches “Total War” Against al-Shabab as Government Reclaims Key Towns

Somalia’s National Army has intensified operations against al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab militants, aiming to dismantle networks threatening the capital, Mogadishu, and regain control over southern and central regions. The campaign is part…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Northern Nigeria Faces Record Hunger Crisis Amid Rising Militant Attacks

A surge in militant attacks across northern Nigeria is pushing food insecurity to unprecedented levels, with the World Food Programme (WFP) warning that 35 million people could face severe hunger…

Africa News Now November 25, 2025

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AU Chief Urges Global Action as Mali’s Security Crisis Deepens

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, has voiced “deep concern” over Mali’s rapidly worsening security situation, urging coordinated international action to counter the escalating jihadist violence…

Africa News Now November 10, 2025

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U.S. Urges Citizens to Leave Mali

The U.S. Embassy in Mali has called on all American citizens to leave the country immediately, citing escalating terrorist threats and a deepening fuel crisis triggered by a jihadist blockade…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

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Mali Shuts Down Schools Nationwide as Fuel Blockade Deepens Crisis

Mali has shut down all schools and universities for two weeks amid a severe fuel shortage triggered by a blockade imposed by jihadist militants, the government announced Sunday. Education Minister…

Africa News Now October 27, 2025

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American Missionary Kidnapped in Niger’s Capital Amid Rising Insecurity

An American missionary and pilot working for a Christian aid group has been kidnapped in Niamey, the capital of Niger, authorities confirmed Wednesday, in what security analysts warn reflects the…

Africa News Now October 23, 2025

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Fuel Crisis Deepens in Mali as al-Qaida-Linked Militants Block Fuel Supplies to Bamako

Residents of Mali’s capital, Bamako, are grappling with a severe fuel shortage after weeks of a militant blockade that has crippled fuel imports into the landlocked West African nation. By…

Africa News Now October 8, 2025

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Somali Forces Kill Al-Shabab Attackers on Mogadishu’s High-Security Prison

Somali security forces have repelled a major al-Shabab assault on Mogadishu’s Godka Jilacow prison, killing seven militants after a six-hour siege on Saturday night near the presidential palace. According to…

Africa News Now October 6, 2025

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Mali Accuses Algeria of ‘International Terrorism’ at UN Over Drone Dispute

Mali’s prime minister, Abdoulaye Maïga, has accused Algeria of committing “international terrorism” after Algerian forces shot down a Malian military drone near their shared border. Speaking at the United Nations…

Africa News Now September 29, 2025

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Sahel Alliance Hails ICC Exit as ‘Step Toward Sovereignty,’ Critics Warn of Rising Impunity

Citizens in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have largely welcomed their governments’ joint decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), calling it a landmark move toward “true independence”…

Africa News Now September 24, 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