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Liberia’s Supreme Court Justice Supports Speaker Koffa Amid Political Deadlock in House of Representatives

Liberia's Supreme Court Justice, Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, has publicly weighed in on the ongoing political deadlock in the country's House of Representatives, offering a significant boost to embattled Speaker Fonati…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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South Africa Honors Fallen Peacekeepers Killed in DRC Clashes with Moving Ceremony

The remains of 14 South African peacekeepers who tragically lost their lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) were repatriated to South Africa on Thursday, with a solemn ceremony…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Ivorian Opposition Figures Sentenced to Prison Amid Allegations of Political Persecution

In a high-profile ruling by the Ivorian justice system, two prominent members of the PPA-CI (the political party of former President Laurent Gbagbo) have been sentenced to ten years in…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Ghana’s Presidency Scales Back 68th Independence Day Celebrations

In response to mounting economic challenges, the Ghanaian government has announced a scaled-back version of its Independence Day celebrations on March 6. The event, typically marked by a grand ceremony…

Africa News Now February 13, 2025

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Liberian President Boakai Suspends Over 450 Officials for Failing to Declare Assets

Liberian President Joseph Boakai has suspended more than 450 senior government officials for not submitting their asset declarations to the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC). The affected officials, who have been…

Africa News Now February 13, 2025

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Ghana Struggles After US Cuts Funding to USAID Programs

Countries around the world are grappling with the consequences of the recent U.S. administration's drastic decision to freeze funding to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The move has…

Africa News Now February 12, 2025

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USAID Funding Freeze Under Trump Administration Causes Alarm in Gambia Over Transitional Justice Efforts

Banjul, Gambia – The freeze of USAID funding under the Trump administration has raised significant concerns in The Gambia, particularly in relation to the country’s ongoing transitional justice efforts. The…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Niger to Hold National Conference to Draft Transition Charter Amid Political Change

The Nigerien government has officially scheduled a National Conference from February 15 to 19, 2025, to draft a preliminary transition charter, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing political…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Jacob Zuma’s Party Files Treason Complaint Against AfriForum Over Land Reform Law Criticism

South Africa’s former president Jacob Zuma’s political party, the Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association (MK), has filed a treason complaint against the Afrikaner rights group AfriForum. The complaint stems…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Ghana’s President John Mahama Bans State-Funded First-Class Travel for Officials to Curb Spending

In a bid to reduce government expenditure, Ghana’s President John Mahama has announced a ban on state-funded first-class travel for government officials, including cabinet ministers. The directive, aimed at promoting…

Africa News Now February 11, 2025

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Eastern and Southern African Leaders Urge Ceasefire and Dialogue in Eastern Congo Crisis

Leaders from eastern and southern Africa have called for an immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo, where rebels from the M23 group are threatening to overthrow the Congolese government. The summit,…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025