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Ghana Backs Ramaphosa’s Response to Xenophobic Violence in South Africa

Ghana’s government has expressed confidence in South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ability to address the recent wave of xenophobic violence and attacks against foreign nationals in parts of South Africa.…

Africa News Now May 11, 2026

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Macron Pushes for Greater French Investment in Africa at Kenya’s Africa-Forward Summit

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for increased investment in Africa as he co-hosted the Africa-Forward Summit in Nairobi alongside Kenyan President William Ruto, signaling a renewed French strategy focused…

Africa News Now May 11, 2026

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Macron Defends Europe’s Role in Africa, Criticises China’s “Predatory” Mineral Strategy at Nairobi Summit

French President Emmanuel Macron has defended Europe’s partnership with Africa while sharply criticising China’s economic approach on the continent during a two-day economic summit in Nairobi, Kenya. Speaking in an…

Africa News Now May 11, 2026

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One Missing US Soldier Found Dead During African Lion 2026 Exercise in Morocco

The body of one of two United States soldiers who went missing during the African Lion 2026 military exercise in southern Morocco has been recovered, Moroccan authorities confirmed on Sunday.…

Africa News Now May 11, 2026

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Middle East Tensions Rise as Diplomacy Intensifies Over Iran, Lebanon and Sudan

Diplomatic activity is intensifying across the Middle East as regional leaders and global powers navigate a series of overlapping conflicts involving Iran, Israel, Lebanon and Sudan. In Cairo, Abdel Fattah…

Africa News Now April 21, 2026

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Lula Defends Ramaphosa’s G20 Attendance Amid Rising US–South Africa Tensions

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has publicly backed Cyril Ramaphosa’s right to attend the upcoming G20 summit in Miami, pushing back against reported opposition from Donald Trump. Speaking…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

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US Invests in South Africa Rare Earth Project Despite Diplomatic Tensions

The United States has committed $50 million to a major rare earth project in South Africa, highlighting the strategic importance of critical minerals even as diplomatic relations between the two…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

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Nigeria and Turkey Sign Defence Pact to Boost Counterterrorism and Military Capacity

Nigeria and Turkey have signed a new defence cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s fight against insurgency and improving its military capabilities. The deal was confirmed after talks between Nigeria’s…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

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Muslim Nations and African Union Condemn Israel’s Diplomatic Move in Somaliland

More than a dozen Muslim majority countries have strongly criticized Israel following its decision to appoint a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, escalating tensions over the disputed territory’s status. In a…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

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Macky Sall Joins Tight Race for UN Secretary-General as Global Tensions Shape Contest

Former Senegalese president Macky Sall is among four candidates auditioning this week for the role of Secretary-General of the United Nations, as the race to succeed António Guterres enters a…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

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Togo Unveils Sahel Strategy, Positions Itself as Bridge Between ECOWAS and AES

Togo has launched a new geopolitical and security strategy aimed at addressing instability in the Sahel and improving dialogue between regional blocs, during a high-level summit in Lomé. The meeting…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026