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Niger Accuses Chad of Deadly Drone Strike, Demands Compensation

Niger’s military government has accused Chad of carrying out a deadly drone strike in northern Niger, alleging that the attack killed two civilians and wounded others amid worsening relations between…

Africa News Now October 27, 2026

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South Africa’s US Ambassador Calls for Direct Talks to Ease Diplomatic Tensions

South Africa’s ambassador to the United States, Roelf Meyer, has called for direct talks between Pretoria and Washington to ease strained diplomatic relations, expressing hope that dialogue can break the…

Africa News Now October 27, 2026

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Russia Hosts African Leaders for Summit on Trade, Energy and Political Cooperation

African leaders and representatives from across the continent are expected in Moscow for the Russia–Africa Summit on October 28 and 29, as Russia seeks to strengthen its political and economic…

Africa News Now October 27, 2026

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Egypt’s Parliament Approves Military Support for Saudi Arabia Amid Houthi Threats

Egypt’s parliament has approved a request authorizing President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to take measures to support Saudi Arabia as escalating Houthi attacks raise concerns over regional security and vital international…

Africa News Now October 26, 2026

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Nigeria Evacuates Ebola Patient to Switzerland as Contact Tracing Expands

Nigeria has evacuated its only confirmed Ebola patient to Switzerland for continued medical care as authorities intensify contact tracing and screening measures to limit the risk of further infections. The…

Africa News Now October 26, 2026

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South Africa-China Trade Surges 24% After Beijing’s Tariff Cuts

Trade between South Africa and China rose by nearly 24% year-on-year to almost $15 billion between May and August, following Beijing’s introduction of temporary zero-tariff access for qualifying African exports.…

Africa News Now October 23, 2026

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Hundreds Flee Ethiopia into Kenya as Gunfire Rocks Moyale Border

Hundreds of Ethiopians have crossed into Kenya following rising tensions between Ethiopia’s Oromia and Somali regional states, as gunfire and chaotic scenes were reported in the border town of Moyale.…

Africa News Now October 23, 2026

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Egypt’s Sisi Says Proposed Saudi Military Support Would Be Defensive Only

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has said any Egyptian military support for Saudi Arabia would be limited to defending the kingdom’s territory and would not involve offensive operations in Yemen,…

Africa News Now October 22, 2026

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UN and Swiss Officials Push for Sudan Peace Plan as War Deepens

United Nations and Swiss officials met in Geneva on Wednesday with representatives from nearly two dozen countries to advance efforts to end Sudan’s devastating war, now in its fourth year.…

Africa News Now October 22, 2026

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UK Threatens Visa Ban on Eritreans Over Migrant Returns Dispute

The United Kingdom has threatened to ban Eritrean nationals from entering the country unless Eritrea agrees to accept more of its citizens who have no legal right to remain in…

Africa News Now October 19, 2026

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Macky Sall Withdraws From UN Secretary-General Race After Security Council Setback

Senegal’s former president Macky Sall has withdrawn his candidacy for United Nations secretary-general, following a series of disappointing informal polls by the UN Security Council that exposed strong opposition to…

Africa News Now October 19, 2026