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Burkina Faso Seizes 133 Tons of Drugs in 2024, Prosecutes 522 Individuals

In 2024, Burkina Faso authorities have seized a total of 133 tons of drugs, marking a significant effort in the country's ongoing fight against drug trafficking. The announcement was made…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Mahama Invites Sahel Leaders to ECOWAS@50 in Bid to Restore Regional Unity

Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has extended a formal invitation to the transitional leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—members of the breakaway Confederation of Sahel States (AES)—to attend the…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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IMF Approves $129 Million Emergency Support for Mali Following 2024 Flood Disaster

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $129 million disbursement to Mali under its Rapid Credit Facility (RCF), aimed at addressing the country’s urgent economic and humanitarian needs following…

Africa News Now April 17, 2025

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Senegal Launches Security Crackdown in Casamance After Border Attack

The Senegalese army has intensified military operations in the southern Casamance region following a night raid in Djinaki, near the Gambian border, where armed assailants looted shops, stole phones, and…

Africa News Now April 17, 2025

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Sierra Leone Launches Bold Five-Year National Inclusion Strategy with UN and Indian Support

The Sierra Leonean government has unveiled a comprehensive five-year national strategy aimed at fostering social inclusion, protecting vulnerable populations, and strengthening national unity. Announced on Tuesday by Minister of Social…

Africa News Now April 17, 2025

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Nigeria and Niger Resume Diplomatic Ties, Focus on Security and Trade

Nigeria and Niger have officially resumed diplomatic dialogue following a breakdown in relations after Niger’s 2023 military coup. At a high-level meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf…

Africa News Now April 17, 2025

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Al-Shabab Launches Major Assault on Strategic Somali Town, Raising Concerns Over Government Gains

Somalia’s al-Qaida-linked militant group al-Shabab launched a coordinated and deadly assault on the strategic town of Adan Yabal in the Middle Shabelle region on Wednesday, highlighting growing concerns about the…

Africa News Now April 17, 2025

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AU Envoy Faure Gnassingbé Meets Angolan Leader in Luanda to Advance DRC Peace Talks

Newly appointed African Union (AU) mediator and Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé arrived in Luanda on Wednesday to meet with Angolan President João Lourenço, as part of renewed efforts to resolve…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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Ethiopian Orthodox Church in D.C. Preserves Ancient Traditions Amid Modern Diaspora Life

In the heart of Washington, D.C., Re’ese Adbarat Debre Selam Kidist Mariam Church serves as a spiritual and cultural hub for one of the largest Ethiopian communities in the United…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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Sahel Alliance Military Chiefs Convene in Ouagadougou to Bolster Joint Counter-Terrorism Force

Top military officials from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—have convened in Ouagadougou for a two-day summit focused on accelerating joint counter-terrorism efforts. The meeting,…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025

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BCEAO Ends Special Status for Niger Government Bonds Amid Signs of Financial Stability

The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) has officially revoked the special regulatory treatment previously granted to Nigerien government securities. Effective April 3, 2025, these securities will now be…

Africa News Now April 16, 2025