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AU, ECOWAS and West African Leaders Condemn Guinea-Bissau Coup

The African Union, ECOWAS election observer mission, and several West African leaders have strongly condemned the latest military takeover in Guinea-Bissau, issuing a joint statement just hours after soldiers declared…

Africa News Now November 27, 2025

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Tensions Rise in Guinea-Bissau as Both Leading Candidates Claim Election Victory

Guinea-Bissau’s presidential race took a dramatic turn on Tuesday as both leading candidates—incumbent President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and opposition contender Fernando Dias—declared victory ahead of the official results. Dias’ campaign…

Africa News Now November 25, 2025

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Vote Counting Begins in Guinea-Bissau Amid Tension

Vote counting is underway in Guinea-Bissau after Sunday’s presidential and legislative elections, a high-stakes vote in a nation long shaken by coups and political infighting. President Umaro Sissoco Embaló is…

Africa News Now November 24, 2025

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Ivorian President Ouattara Chairs First Cabinet Meeting After Fourth-Term Re-Election

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire President Alassane Ouattara on Wednesday convened his first Council of Ministers meeting following his re-election for a fourth five-year term in the October 25 presidential vote. Speaking…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

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How Tanzania forfeited its esteemed crown jewel as the peaceful political powerhouse of the region

Since achieving independence on December 9th, 1961, Tanzania has established itself as the island of peace in Africa. This esteemed reputation is largely credited to the Tanzanian populace, renowned for…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Tanzania Frees Four Opposition Leaders Amid Ongoing Unrest Over Disputed Election

Tanzanian authorities on Monday released four opposition figures, including John Heche, vice-chairman of the main opposition party CHADEMA, who had been detained for more than two weeks over alleged links…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Egypt Begins First Phase of Parliamentary Elections Amid Low Opposition Hopes

Egyptians began voting on Monday in the first phase of the country’s parliamentary elections, a process that will determine 568 seats in the House of Representatives through two rounds held…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Guinea’s Coup Leader Mamadi Doumbouya Enters Presidential Race, Breaking Promise to Hand Over Power

Guinea’s military ruler, Col. Mamadi Doumbouya, has formally entered the December 2025 presidential race, ending months of speculation and drawing criticism for reneging on his 2021 pledge to restore civilian…

Africa News Now November 4, 2025

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Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu Hassan Wins Re-Election Amid Boycotts, Low Turnout, and Unrest

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has secured re-election with 97.6% of the vote, according to official results released by the national electoral commission on Saturday. The landslide victory follows a…

Africa News Now November 1, 2025

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UN Condemns Deadly Crackdown on Tanzania Election Protests as Death Toll Rises

The United Nations human rights office has expressed deep concern over reports of deadly violence in Tanzania, where election-related protests have turned increasingly violent following a disputed vote that extended…

Africa News Now November 1, 2025

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Protests Erupt in Tanzania After Disputed Election, Internet Shutdown and Curfew Deepen Tensions

Hundreds of protesters returned to the streets of major Tanzanian cities on Thursday, defying curfews and a nationwide internet blackout imposed after a highly contested general election that human rights…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025