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Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed Seeks Public Nomination for Tigray Leader Amid Deepening Political Rift

Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has called on residents of the northern Tigray region to nominate a new leader to replace interim President Getachew Reda, in a bid to defuse…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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South Sudan Opposition Leader Riek Machar Arrested as UN Warns of Renewed Civil War

South Sudan’s political crisis deepened as opposition leader and Vice President Riek Machar was arrested by government forces, raising fears of a return to civil war. The United Nations has…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Zimbabwe’s President Appoints Army Chief as Sports Minister Amid Political Maneuvering

Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed General Anselem Sanyatwe, the country's army chief, as the new Minister of Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture. The move comes amid a broader reshuffling…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Sudan’s Military Declares Victory in Khartoum as Army Recaptures Presidential Palace

Sudan’s military leader, Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, made a symbolic return to the presidential palace in Khartoum after the army successfully recaptured the city’s international airport and key state institutions…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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Niger’s Junta Leader Abdourahamane Tchiani Sworn in as President, Extends Transition Period to 2030

Niger’s junta leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, was officially sworn in as the country’s transitional president on Wednesday, marking the beginning of a five-year transition period that effectively prolongs military rule until…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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Ethiopia’s PM Seeks Public Input on New Tigray Leader Amid Political Turmoil

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced plans to appoint a new leader for the conflict-ridden Tigray region, following the departure of interim President Getachew Reda amid internal power struggles…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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Burundi Faces Food Crisis as Refugee Influx from DRC Overwhelms WFP Aid Programs

The World Food Programme (WFP) is facing a severe strain on its food assistance operations in Burundi as the country experiences its largest refugee influx in decades. Since January 2025,…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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Ghana’s Minority Caucus Accuses Attorney General of Overreach in Raids on Former Officials

Ghana’s Minority Caucus in Parliament has strongly criticized Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine, accusing him of misusing his office to target former government officials through unwarranted searches, arrests, and investigations…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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George Weah Urges UN Oversight Amid Reports of Voter Intimidation in Liberia’s Nimba County

Former Liberian President George Weah has expressed deep concern over allegations of voter intimidation and political interference in Nimba County ahead of the upcoming senatorial by-election. Weah has called on…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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IMF Suspends $1.8 Billion Credit Facility to Senegal Over Misreported Debt Figures

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has suspended its $1.8 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) to Senegal, citing concerns over misreported economic data under the administration of former President Macky Sall.…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025

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ECOWAS Aims for 10 Million Intra-Regional Tourists by 2029, Strengthens Free Movement and Tourism Policies

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has set an ambitious target of attracting 10 million intra-community tourists by 2029 under its Regional Tourism Policy (ECOTOUR 2021–2030). In a…

Africa News Now March 25, 2025