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Human Rights Watch Accuses Burkina Faso Government Over Fulani Civilians Killings.

At least 100 ethnic Fulani civilians were killed by Burkina Faso’s military and allied pro-government militias in a series of deadly attacks between late February and early April near the…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Thierry Tanoh Quits PDCI Leadership Amid Legal Disputes and Nationality Row

Thierry Tanoh, former banker and president of Côte d'Ivoire’s main opposition party, the Democratic Party of Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI), has stepped down from his post, citing “judicial harassment” and politically…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Gambia Reveals $17 Million in Seized Assets from Exiled Former President Yahya Jammeh

The Gambian Ministry of Justice has released a detailed inventory of assets confiscated from former President Yahya Jammeh, revealing a total value exceeding 1.24 billion Gambian dalasis (approx. $17 million).…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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President Ouattara Hosts Africa CEO Forum 2025 in Abidjan, Championing Public-Private Collaboration

Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara inaugurated the 12th edition of the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, bringing together over 2,000 leaders from across the continent to discuss strategies for economic transformation…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Alliance of Sahel States Adopts Anthem to Bolster Regional Identity

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) — comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger — has officially adopted its first anthem on May 10, just a month after launching a public…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Julius Malema Denied UK Visa Ahead of Cambridge Conference, Sparks Outcry Over Alleged Political Censorship

Julius Malema, the outspoken leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has accused the UK government of deliberately blocking his participation in an upcoming conference at the University of…

Africa News Now May 7, 2025

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South Africa’s DA Challenges Equity Law, Deepening Tensions in Fragile Unity Government

South Africa’s main opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), launched a legal challenge on Tuesday against the Employment Equity Amendment Act, marking the latest flashpoint in the increasingly strained government…

Africa News Now May 6, 2025

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Togo Opposition Condemns Expanded Presidential Powers as “Constitutional Coup”

In a move drawing fierce criticism from opposition groups and civil society, Togo’s Parliament on Saturday formally appointed President Faure Gnassingbé as President of the newly established Council of Ministers,…

Africa News Now May 6, 2025

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Drone Strikes Devastate Port Sudan, Causing Blackouts and Forcing UN Flight Suspension

A wave of drone attacks on Tuesday severely damaged critical infrastructure in Port Sudan, plunging the strategic Red Sea city into darkness and disrupting water, health, and aviation services, according…

Africa News Now May 6, 2025

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Rwanda Confirms Early Talks with U.S. on Receiving Deported Migrants Amid Global Scrutiny

Rwanda has confirmed it is in preliminary talks with the Trump administration over a potential agreement to receive immigrants deported from the United States, as Washington ramps up efforts to…

Africa News Now May 6, 2025

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Chad Ends Political Transition, Dissolves CNCP Amid Post-Election Tensions

Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno formally declared the end of Chad’s political transition on May 5, announcing the dissolution of the National Framework for Consultation of Political Parties (CNCP)…

Africa News Now May 6, 2025