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Namibia Denies Starlink License

Namibia has rejected a request from Elon Musk’s Starlink to operate its satellite internet services in the country, marking the company’s second setback in southern Africa. The application was submitted…

Africa News Now March 23, 2026

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Kenya Airways Sees Surge in Bookings Amid Middle East Tensions

Kenya Airways has reported a sharp rise in flight bookings in recent weeks, as disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East reshape global travel patterns. The airline’s seat…

Africa News Now March 23, 2026

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Wadagni Emerges Front-Runner For Benin Election as Talon Steps Down

Benin’s 2026 presidential race is already taking shape, with Romuald Wadagni widely seen as the frontrunner even before the official campaign begins. The 49-year-old, who has served as finance minister…

Africa News Now March 23, 2026

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Kenya Floods Kill Over 80 as Heavy Rains Displace Thousands

At least 81 people have died in Kenya this month following torrential rains and flash floods, as authorities warn that more heavy downpours are expected. The worst-affected region is Kisumu…

Africa News Now March 23, 2026

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Mali Frees Over 100 Suspected Militants to Ease Fuel Crisis in Bamako

Mali has released more than 100 suspected jihadists as part of a deal aimed at ending attacks on fuel convoys that caused severe shortages in the capital, Bamako, according to…

Africa News Now March 23, 2026

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Libya’s PM Dbeibah Reshuffles Cabinet to Boost Government Performance

Libya’s Prime Minister, Abdulhamid Dbeibah, announced a reshuffle of his UN-backed government on Thursday, aiming to enhance efficiency and overcome regional divisions. Dbeibah will retain control of the defence and…

Africa News Now March 12, 2026

Central Africa

Congo Heads to Presidential Polls as Sassou Nguesso Seeks Another Term

Campaign posters and banners have filled the streets of Brazzaville ahead of Sunday’s presidential election in Republic of the Congo, where about 2.6 million registered voters are expected to cast…

Africa News Now March 12, 2026

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Burundi’s Former Prime Minister Bunyoni Granted Provisional Release for Medical Reasons

Alain-Guillaume Bunyoni, Burundi’s former prime minister who is serving a life sentence for conspiracy against the head of state, has been granted provisional release on medical grounds, according to judicial…

Africa News Now March 12, 2026

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Burkina Faso Raises Nearly 66 Billion CFA Francs in Oversubscribed Regional Bond Auction

Burkina Faso has raised 65.99 billion CFA francs (about $110 million) on the regional financial market after issuing Treasury bills and bonds through the UMOA-Titres. The government had initially targeted…

Africa News Now March 12, 2026

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Breast Cancer Costs African Economies Over $10 Billion in Lost Productivity, Study Finds

Breast cancer led to more than $10 billion in lost productivity across seven African countries between 2017 and 2023, according to new research presented at Africa Press Day 2026 in…

Africa News Now March 12, 2026

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Senegal Parliament Approves Tougher Law Increasing Prison Terms for Same-Sex Relations

Lawmakers in Senegal have passed a controversial bill that doubles the maximum prison sentence for same-sex relations to 10 years, intensifying the country’s crackdown on LGBTQ people. The legislation, approved…

Africa News Now March 12, 2026