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ECOWAS Calls for Release of Political Detainees in Guinea-Bissau to Support Democratic Transition

West African leaders have called on Guinea-Bissau's military-led authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all detained political figures, saying the move is essential to restoring confidence in the country's transition…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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South Africa Secures $1.5 Billion World Bank Loan to Boost Infrastructure and Job Creation

South Africa has secured a US$1.5 billion loan from the World Bank to support wide-ranging infrastructure reforms aimed at improving electricity supply, modernizing transport networks and strengthening water and sanitation…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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Ivory Coast Frees Six Opposition Officials Jailed After 2025 Presidential Election

Six local officials of Côte d'Ivoire's main opposition Democratic Party of Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI) have been released after spending nine months in detention, in a move that comes months after…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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UN Warns Conflicts and Energy Shocks Could Push Millions More Into Hunger, With Africa Hardest Hit

Conflicts, geopolitical tensions and disruptions to global energy markets could push 9 to 18 million more people into hunger, with Africa expected to bear the greatest impact, according to the…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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France and Gabon Sign Strategic Agreements to Deepen Economic and Security Ties

France and Gabon have signed three strategic cooperation agreements during President Brice Oligui Nguema's state visit to Paris, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations and advancing Gabon's industrialization…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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Questions Grow Over President Paul Biya’s Prolonged Absence from Cameroon

Growing uncertainty surrounds the prolonged absence of Cameroonian President Paul Biya, who has been outside the country for more than six weeks, fueling speculation about his health and raising fresh…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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Senegal Backs Former President Macky Sall’s Bid for UN Secretary-General

Senegal has officially endorsed former President Macky Sall as its candidate for the position of United Nations Secretary-General, signaling a major shift in policy by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's administration…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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Nigeria and Ghana Condemn Anti-African Protests in South Africa, Seek AU Action

Nigeria and Ghana have jointly condemned what they described as "Afrophobic" protests targeting African migrants in South Africa, calling on the African Union (AU) to urgently address the growing wave…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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France Pressure Over Detention of Gabon’s Former Prime Minister During Nguema Visit

Pressure is mounting on France to raise concerns over the detention of Gabon's former Prime Minister and opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze as President Brice Oligui Nguema begins a three-day state…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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Ghana Court Sentences NPP Chairman Wontumi to 20 Years for Illegal Mining

A High Court in Ghana has sentenced Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, to 20 years imprisonment with hard labour after convicting him on multiple illegal mining offences…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Elected New ECOWAS Chairman

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has been elected the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), succeeding Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio at the regional…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026