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Kenya Offers to Assist in Sudan Peace Efforts Amid Controversy Over RSF Meeting

Kenya announced its willingness to play a role in facilitating peace initiatives in Sudan on Wednesday, following accusations from the Sudanese government that Nairobi had violated its sovereignty by hosting…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025

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Kenyan Lawmaker Charged with Forging Academic Certificates, Pleads Not Guilty

Kenyan lawmaker George Koimburi, representing the Juja constituency, has been charged with forging academic certificates, according to an announcement by the country's public prosecutor on Wednesday. Koimburi faces six charges—three…

Africa News Now February 19, 2025

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Guinea Government Launches Second Phase of Nationwide Tour Amid Criticism from Opposition and Civil Society

Guinea's government has officially launched the second phase of its nationwide immersion tour, targeting the prefectures of Upper Guinea. The tour, which aims to assess local needs, evaluate ongoing development…

Africa News Now February 18, 2025

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Côte d’Ivoire Launches Seminar on National Development Plan 2026-2030, Aiming for Upper-Middle-Income Status by 2030

Côte d’Ivoire’s governmental seminar on the National Development Plan (NDP) for the period 2026-2030 commenced on Monday, February 17, 2025, in Abidjan. The event, a significant step in the country’s…

Africa News Now February 18, 2025

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Togo’s Ruling Party Dominates Senate Elections Amid Controversial Constitutional Reforms

In the most recent election on February 16, 2025, Togo’s ruling party, the Union for the Republic (UNIR), led by President Faure Gnassingbé, secured a commanding victory, claiming 34 out…

Africa News Now February 18, 2025

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Senegal’s President Faye Pledges Economic Reforms Amid Rising Public Debt

Senegal’s newly elected President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has vowed to address the country’s growing economic concerns following the release of a comprehensive report by the Court of Auditors. The 57-page…

Africa News Now February 17, 2025

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Bukavu in Crisis as M23 and AFC Rebels Seize Kavumu Airport, City Descends into Chaos

The city of Bukavu, located in the volatile eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has descended into turmoil after M23 and AFC rebel groups took control of…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025

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UN Calls for Immediate Action to Address Sudan’s Escalating Humanitarian Crisis at African Union Summit

During the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered an urgent plea to the international community, calling for swift action to address the escalating humanitarian crisis…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025

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Kizza Besigye Appears Frail in Court as Ugandan Opposition Leader Faces Harsh Detention Conditions

Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition figure and former presidential candidate, appeared in court on Friday in a weakened state, drawing concern from supporters who described him as "critically ill."…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025

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The Gambia and India Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Focus on Defense Cooperation

The Gambia and India have solidified their bilateral relationship by focusing on enhancing collaboration in key areas such as capacity building, capability enhancement, and the sharing of best practices for…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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President Zelensky to Deliver Virtual Address at African Union Summit Amid Diplomatic Tensions

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has been informed that he will not be attending the upcoming African Union (AU) summit in person. In a letter dated February 5th, Zelensky was…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025