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President Mahama Strengthens Security Cooperation with Niger Amid Growing Terrorist Threats in the Sahel

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama recently visited Niamey, Niger, where he held crucial security discussions with Niger's leader, President Abdurahaman Tchiani. The two leaders emphasized the urgent need for enhanced…

Africa News Now March 10, 2025

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African Union Chairperson Urges Immediate Action to Address Escalating Violence in South Sudan

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, has expressed grave concern over the escalating violence and tensions in South Sudan, particularly in Nasir County, Upper Nile…

Africa News Now March 9, 2025

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President Mahama Vows to Strengthen Ghana-Mali Trade Relations, Address Transportation Challenges

President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his administration’s strong commitment to enhancing regional trade between Ghana and Mali by tackling the challenges impeding the smooth transportation of goods. This move…

Africa News Now March 9, 2025

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Gabon’s Military Leader Brice Oligui Nguema Announces Candidacy for April Presidential Election

Almost two years after leading a coup to end more than five decades of Bongo family rule, Gabon’s military leader, Brice Oligui Nguema, has announced his intention to run in…

Africa News Now March 4, 2025

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Namibia Bids Farewell to Founding Father Sam Nujoma at Heroes Acre

Namibia’s founding president, Sam Nujoma, was laid to rest on Saturday at the Heroes Acre cemetery in Windhoek, in a ceremony attended by his widow, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous…

Africa News Now March 3, 2025

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Mali Responds to U.S. Revocation of $14 Million Grant, Rejects Allegations of Aid Misuse

Mali's government has formally addressed the U.S. decision to revoke a $14 million grant (approximately 8.8 billion FCFA) originally allocated to support social cohesion and peacebuilding efforts within the country.…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

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Chad Completes Political Transition with Senate Election, Marking a New Era under President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno

Chad has officially concluded its nearly four-year political transition, which began following the death of former President Idriss Déby Itno in 2021. The final step in this transition came with…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

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Sahel States Confederation (AES) Unveils Flag, Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Integration After ECOWAS Exit

The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) marked a significant milestone on Friday with the official unveiling of its flag, just weeks after its member countries—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—officially withdrew…

Africa News Now February 23, 2025

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Niger Junta Proposes Five-Year Transition to Civilian Rule, Promotes Tiani to General

A commission established by the military junta in Niger has recommended a five-year transition period back to civilian rule, signaling a shift from the initial three-year transition timeline proposed by…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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Special Prosecutor’s Office Clears Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta After Confirming His Return to Ghana

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has officially removed former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, from its wanted list after receiving confirmation from his legal team that he will return…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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Ghana’s President Mahama Sets Deadline for Asset Declarations, Urges Reforms in Transparency

Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has issued a firm directive to all government appointees to declare their assets by March 31, 2025, or face removal from office. This move comes…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025