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Ghana and Colombia Sign Historic Maritime Trade Agreement Connecting Tema and Cartagena

Ghana and Colombia have signed a landmark agreement establishing direct maritime connectivity between the Port of Tema in Ghana and the Port of Cartagena in Colombia. The deal, finalized in…

Africa News Now March 24, 2026

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Ghana and South Korea Sign New Cooperation Deals After Mahama–Lee Talks

John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, held bilateral talks with Lee Jae-myung, President of South Korea, during an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between the two…

Africa News Now March 11, 2026

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Abiy Ahmed Rules Out War as Ethiopia Intensifies Push for Red Sea Access

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says Ethiopia has “no intention of invading or attacking others” as his government presses for access to a seaport, a policy that is raising fresh tensions…

Africa News Now March 4, 2026

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Senegalese Navy Searches for Three Missing Sailors After Patrol Boat Capsizes

The Senegalese Navy has launched a large-scale search and rescue operation after a patrol boat capsized in rough seas at the mouth of the Senegal River, leaving three sailors missing.…

Africa News Now February 13, 2026

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Chinese, Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa Ahead of BRICS+ Naval Drill

Warships from China and Iran have arrived in Cape Town’s False Bay as South Africa prepares to host a major BRICS+ naval exercise called “Will for Peace 2026.” The week‑long…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Deep-Sea Shark Discovery Boosts Comoros’ Race to Protect Oceans Ahead of 2030 Deadline

As global leaders convene at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, new scientific findings from the depths of the Indian Ocean are underscoring the urgency of meeting the global goal…

Africa News Now November 17, 2025