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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

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Amnesty International Urges Ivory Coast to Free Protest Detainees After Disputed Election

Amnesty International has called on authorities in Ivory Coast to release dozens of people arrested during protests linked to the country’s October presidential election, citing concerns about arbitrary detentions. The…

Africa News Now March 11, 2026

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Madagascar’s Military Leader Dissolves Government Amid Pressure Over Democratic Transition

Madagascar’s military ruler, Michael Randrianirina, has unexpectedly dissolved the country’s government, dismissing the prime minister and the entire cabinet in a move that could reshape the island nation’s political transition.…

Africa News Now March 10, 2026

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Guinea Opposition Accuses Junta of Power Grab After Dissolution of 40 Political Parties

The leader of Guinea’s main opposition party, Cellou Dalein Diallo, has accused the country’s military authorities of attempting to create a one-party state after the government dissolved 40 political parties…

Africa News Now March 9, 2026

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Mahama Begins Five-Day Visit to South Korea to Boost Ghana–Korea Economic Ties

John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, has today began his five-day working visit to South Korea which he is expected to end on March 14, 2026. The West African president's…

Africa News Now March 9, 2026

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Abiy Ahmed Urges Dialogue as Tensions Rise Between Ethiopia and Tigray

Abiy Ahmed, the prime minister of Ethiopia, says his government does not want another war with the northern region of Tigray, even as reports emerge of troop buildups near the…

Africa News Now March 6, 2026

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Chad Higher Education Minister Tom Erdimi Resigns After Three Years in Office

Tom Erdimi has stepped down as higher education minister of Chad after nearly three years in office, according to an official statement signed by Prime Minister Allah-Maye Halina on March…

Africa News Now March 6, 2026

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President Barrow Bids Farewell to Senegalese ECOMIG Troops After Years of Peacekeeping in The Gambia

Adama Barrow has officially bid farewell to the Senegalese contingent of the ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG), marking the end of their deployment after several years supporting peace and…

Africa News Now March 6, 2026

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Somalia Approves New Constitution to Introduce Direct Elections for Lawmakers

Somalia has approved a new constitution that will allow citizens to directly elect members of parliament for the first time, marking a major shift from the country’s long-standing clan-based political…

Africa News Now March 5, 2026

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Guinea’s President Doumbouya Returns to Conakry After Three-Week Absence

Guinea’s military leader and president Mamady Doumbouya returned to the capital Conakry on Friday after a three-week absence that had sparked widespread speculation about his health and whereabouts. Doumbouya, 41,…

Africa News Now March 4, 2026

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Ghana and Saint Kitts and Nevis Sign Visa-Free Travel and Labour Mobility Agreements

Ghana and Saint Kitts and Nevis have signed a landmark visa exemption agreement that allows holders of ordinary passports from both countries to travel without visas, marking a significant step…

Africa News Now March 4, 2026