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Ramaphosa Refuses to Resign as South Africa Opens Impeachment Inquiry Over Farm Cash Scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that he will not resign despite Parliament moving forward with an impeachment inquiry linked to the controversial theft of cash hidden at his…

Africa News Now May 12, 2026

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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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One Killed as Somali Security Forces Break Up Opposition Protest in Mogadishu

At least one person was killed and another injured after Somali security forces opened fire on opposition supporters during a protest in Mogadishu on Sunday, according to witnesses and opposition…

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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Madagascar Sets 2027 Referendum and Presidential Election Timeline

Madagascar’s transitional authorities have announced a new electoral roadmap that will see the country hold a constitutional referendum in June 2027 followed by presidential elections in October the same year.…

Africa News Now May 11, 2026

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Senegal’s Urban Sanitation Investment Needs Could Reach $1.3 Billion by 2050, Study Finds

A new study under the African Urban Sanitation Investment Initiative (AUSII) has revealed that Senegal’s annual sanitation investment needs could more than double by 2050, rising to an estimated $1.3…

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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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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Benin Seeks Extradition of Activist Kémi Séba After Arrest in South Africa

Authorities in Benin have launched extradition proceedings against controversial activist Kémi Séba following his arrest in South Africa. Special prosecutor Mario Metonou, representing the Court for the Repression of Economic…

Africa News Now April 21, 2026

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Senior RSF Commander Defects to Sudan Army as War Enters Fourth Year

Sudan’s devastating conflict has entered its fourth year with a significant battlefield development, as a senior commander from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has defected to the national army.…

Africa News Now April 21, 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