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Russia Reaffirms Military Support for Sahel Alliance as Moscow Deepens Ties with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger

Russia has pledged to continue strengthening military cooperation with the military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, reinforcing its growing influence in the Sahel as the three countries deepen…

Africa News Now July 9, 2026

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Eswatini Receives 11 More US Deportees Under Controversial Third-Country Agreement

Eswatini has received 11 additional migrants deported from the United States, marking the latest transfers under the Trump administration's controversial third-country deportation program that relocates migrants to countries other than…

Africa News Now July 8, 2026

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Ghana Postpones Ramaphosa Visit Amid Rising Xenophobia Tensions With South Africa

Ghana has postponed the planned August visit of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following escalating diplomatic tensions triggered by anti-foreigner protests in South Africa that have forced hundreds of Ghanaians…

Africa News Now July 8, 2026

West Africa

AES and ECOWAS Continue Talks to Build New Regional Cooperation Framework

Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), has reaffirmed that discussions with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are continuing as both blocs work…

Africa News Now July 7, 2026

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Senegal’s President Faye Moves to Form New Party as Rift With Sonko Deepens

Bassirou Diomaye Faye is preparing to launch a new political party, signaling an increasingly public split with former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko as political tensions grow ahead of local elections…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026

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Nigeria and US Forces Kill Three Senior ISWAP Commanders in Joint Anti-Terror Operation

Nigeria says its military, working alongside the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), has killed three senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in a series of coordinated…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

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Somaliland to Open First Embassy in Jerusalem After Israeli Recognition

Somaliland has announced plans to open its first-ever embassy in Jerusalem following formal recognition by Israel, marking a major diplomatic breakthrough for the self-declared republic and deepening ties between the…

Africa News Now May 20, 2026

ANN West Africa

Togo Introduces Visa-Free Entry for All African Travelers

Togo has announced a major change to its immigration policy by granting visa-free entry to citizens of all African countries in a move aimed at strengthening regional integration and boosting…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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Guinea-Bissau Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

Guinea-Bissau has renewed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara territory following high-level diplomatic talks held in Rabat between the two countries’ foreign ministers. Guinea-Bissau’s Foreign Minister…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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France and Algeria Seek to Repair Ties During Justice Minister’s Visit to Algiers

France and Algeria are moving to restore diplomatic and judicial cooperation after months of strained relations, as French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin visited Algiers for high-level talks with Algerian officials.…

Africa News Now May 19, 2026

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Russia and Equatorial Guinea Strengthen Defence Ties During Moscow Talks

Russia and Equatorial Guinea have reaffirmed plans to deepen defense and security cooperation following high-level talks between their foreign ministers in Moscow. Equatorial Guinea’s Foreign Minister Simeon Oyono Esono Angue…

Africa News Now May 18, 2026