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Zimbabwe Police Arrest 95 Protesters Amid Calls for Mnangagwa’s Resignation

Zimbabwean police have arrested 95 individuals following Monday’s anti-government protests in the capital, Harare, accusing them of promoting "public violence" and "breaches of peace." According to police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner…

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Zambian President Hichilema Criticizes Cabinet Ministers for Lack of Focus, Cites Indulgence and Self-Control Issues

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has issued a stern warning to his cabinet ministers over their behavior during meetings, particularly concerning ministers who are caught dozing off during important discussions. During…

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President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Calls for Unity and National Cohesion During Korité Celebrations

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has emphasized the importance of unity, solidarity, and national cohesion as the country marked the end of Ramadan with Korité celebrations. Speaking after participating in…

Africa News Now April 1, 2025

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Ghana’s Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang Flown Abroad for Specialized Medical Treatment

Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has been flown abroad for advanced medical treatment following a sudden illness. A statement from the Presidency confirmed that she was initially hospitalized…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Niger Withdraws from MNJTF as Junta Prioritizes Oil Security Amid Regional Tensions

Niger has officially withdrawn from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), a regional military coalition formed to combat Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the Lake…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Sahel Alliance Imposes Import Levy to Fund Economic Independence After ECOWAS Exit

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have announced a 0.5% import levy on goods entering their territories, marking a significant step in financing their newly formed economic and military bloc, the…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Somaliland Rejects Somalia’s US Military Deal, Asserts Control Over Berbera Port and Airbase

Somaliland has firmly rejected Somalia’s proposal to grant the United States exclusive access to the strategic Berbera port and airbase, arguing that Mogadishu has no authority over its territory. The…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa Appoints New Army Chief Amid Growing Calls for Resignation

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed Major General Emmanuel Matatu as the new commander of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, replacing Lieutenant General Anselem Sanyatwe, who was abruptly retired and reassigned…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Ghana’s John Mahama Meets Nigeria’s Tinubu to Strengthen ECOWAS Amid Sahel Tensions

Ghana’s former President John Mahama met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Thursday as part of his ongoing diplomatic efforts to reinforce regional unity and cooperation within the…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Burkina Faso Secures 35 Billion CFA in Oversubscribed UMOA-Titres Debt Issuance

Burkina Faso has successfully raised 35 billion CFA francs ($58 million) through a financing operation conducted via the UMOA-Titres Agency, achieving an impressive coverage rate of 130.04%. The oversubscribed debt…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Opposition Boycotts DR Congo’s National Unity Talks, Calls for Inclusive Dialogue

Several opposition parties in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have boycotted President Félix Tshisekedi's ongoing political consultations aimed at forming a national unity government. They argue that Tshisekedi's approach…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025