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Chad Suspends Visas for U.S. Citizens in Response to Expanded U.S. Travel Ban

Chad has announced an immediate suspension of all visas for U.S. citizens, citing reciprocity after the country was included in a new travel ban issued by U.S. President Donald Trump.…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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World Bank Lifts Loan Ban on Uganda Despite Controversial Anti-LGBTQ Law

The World Bank has officially resumed lending to Uganda, ending a nearly two-year suspension prompted by the country’s enactment of one of the world’s harshest anti-LGBTQ laws in 2023. The…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Côte d’Ivoire Approves $112 Million Loan for Cross-Border Power Grid with Ghana

The Ivorian government has approved a loan of 68 billion CFA francs (approximately $112 million USD) to kickstart the first phase of a major cross-border electricity interconnection project with Ghana.…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Ghana Widens Manhunt After $350M Cocaine Haul Confirmed in Record Drug Bust

Ghanaian authorities have intensified a nationwide manhunt after confirming the country’s largest cocaine seizure in 2025. The National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) has declared three more individuals wanted — Kelian Julien…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Sahel Faces Deepening Humanitarian Crisis as 29 Million Need Aid in 2025

Nearly 29 million people across six Sahel countries will need urgent humanitarian assistance and protection in 2025, according to a new report from the UN Office for the Coordination of…

Africa News Now June 5, 2025

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Mali Suspends Artisanal Gold Mining Amid Deadly Risks During Rainy Season

The Malian government has announced the suspension of all artisanal gold mining activities from June 15 to September 30, 2025, citing severe safety concerns due to the upcoming rainy season.…

Africa News Now June 4, 2025

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Ghana, Japan Sign ¥402 Million Grant Deal to Boost Public Sector Training

Ghana and Japan have signed a ¥402 million (approx. $2.6 million USD) grant agreement to strengthen advanced education and professional development for Ghanaian public sector workers under the Japan Human…

Africa News Now June 4, 2025

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Liberia and India Strengthen Security Ties to Counter Terrorism in West Africa

Liberia and India have moved to strengthen their bilateral relationship by deepening security cooperation amid rising concerns over terrorism in West Africa. A high-level Indian delegation led by Dr. Shrikant…

Africa News Now June 3, 2025

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Senegal, Guinea Deepen Bilateral Ties During Ousmane Sonko’s Official Visit

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko concluded a two-day official visit to Conakry on Monday aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation between Senegal and Guinea. The trip marks Sonko’s first visit to…

Africa News Now June 3, 2025

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Tinubu Orders Emergency Response as Niger Floods Kill 151, Displace Thousands

President Bola Tinubu has ordered urgent search and rescue operations after devastating floods in Niger State claimed at least 151 lives and displaced over 3,000 people. The president directed the…

Africa News Now June 2, 2025

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Bill Gates Pledges $200bn Fortune to Transform Health and Education in Africa by 2045

Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has announced that the majority of his estimated $200 billion fortune will be spent on improving health and education in Africa over the…

Africa News Now June 2, 2025