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Gambian Coalition Plans Protest Over Rejection of Diaspora Voting Rights

The Coalition of Progressive Gambians (CPG) has announced its intention to hold a large-scale protest in response to the government’s recent rejection of diaspora voting rights. The group, which advocates…

Africa News Now March 11, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Tunisia Opens Mass Trial for Opposition Figures in Politically Charged Case

A mass trial of approximately 40 prominent opposition figures commenced on Tuesday in Tunisia, sparking widespread outrage among rights groups, relatives, and political activists. The trial, which includes diplomats, politicians,…

Africa News Now March 4, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Gabon’s Military Leader Brice Oligui Nguema Announces Candidacy for April Presidential Election

Almost two years after leading a coup to end more than five decades of Bongo family rule, Gabon’s military leader, Brice Oligui Nguema, has announced his intention to run in…

Africa News Now March 4, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Chad Completes Political Transition with Senate Election, Marking a New Era under President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno

Chad has officially concluded its nearly four-year political transition, which began following the death of former President Idriss Déby Itno in 2021. The final step in this transition came with…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

ANN West Africa

Niger Junta Proposes Five-Year Transition to Civilian Rule, Promotes Tiani to General

A commission established by the military junta in Niger has recommended a five-year transition period back to civilian rule, signaling a shift from the initial three-year transition timeline proposed by…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Gabon to Hold Presidential Election on April 12, 2025 Amid Post-Coup Transition

Gabon will hold its next presidential election on April 12, 2025, according to an announcement made by the council of ministers. The West African country is currently under military rule…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025