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Burkina Faso’s U.S. Envoy Presents Credentials Amid Tensions Over Gold Allegations

Ambassador Kassoum Coulibaly of Burkina Faso has officially presented his credentials to U.S. President Donald Trump, marking the formal start of his diplomatic mission in Washington. The ceremony, a traditional…

Africa News Now July 28, 2025

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Eswatini to Repatriate U.S.-Deported Foreign Nationals Amid Growing Backlash

The government of Eswatini has announced it will repatriate five foreign nationals deported there by the United States under its controversial third-country deportation policy. The announcement follows intense domestic criticism…

Africa News Now July 17, 2025

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U.S. Deports Convicted Criminals to Eswatini Under Expanded Third-Country Policy

The United States has deported five convicted foreign nationals to the Kingdom of Eswatini, marking a new chapter in its controversial third-country deportation program, according to a statement issued Tuesday…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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Morocco Hosts PLO Delegation for Human Rights Training to Boost Palestinian Advocacy

Morocco has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause by hosting a delegation from the Human Rights and Civil Society Department of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) for a…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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U.S. Imposes Stricter Visa Rules on Nigeria and Ghana Amid Immigration Crackdown

The United States has revised its visa reciprocity policy for Nigeria and Ghana, significantly tightening restrictions on travelers from the two West African nations. Under the new rules, tourist, business,…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

African Diaspora Northern Africa

Eastern Libya Denies Entry to EU Migration Delegation Over Diplomatic Protocol Breach

Authorities in eastern Libya denied entry to a European delegation that included the interior ministers of Italy, Greece, and Malta, as well as EU Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner, citing…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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Ghana Abstains from UN Vote on LGBTQ+ Rights Amid Renewed Push for Anti-Gay Legislation

Ghana abstained from a key United Nations Human Rights Council vote on July 7, 2025, concerning the renewal of the mandate for the Independent Expert on protection against violence and…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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Trump Hosts West African Leaders for First Post-Reelection U.S.-Africa Mini-Summit

In a bid to revitalize U.S.-Africa relations, President Donald Trump is hosting a high-level mini-summit in Washington, D.C., this week with leaders from Senegal, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Gabon. The…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

African Diaspora ANN West Africa

France Approves Return of Côte d’Ivoire’s Sacred Drum Looted in 1916

The French government has officially approved the restitution of Côte d’Ivoire’s sacred talking drum, Djidji Ayôkwé, a culturally significant artifact looted by French colonial forces in 1916. In a unanimous…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

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Senegal Partners with Korea’s DONEWON to Boost Fisheries Sector Under Agenda 2050

The Senegalese government has entered high-level talks with South Korean fishing conglomerate DONEWON to strengthen its fisheries value chain, promote local seafood processing, and support the country's long-term development blueprint,…

Africa News Now July 8, 2025

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Nigeria, Brazil Seal Landmark Agriculture and Trade Deals at BRICS Summit

Nigeria and Brazil have signed a series of strategic agreements to deepen economic ties, with a strong focus on boosting agricultural productivity and food security. The signing took place during…

Africa News Now July 7, 2025