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Mozambique Inaugurates New President Amid Protests and Unrest Following Controversial Election

Opposition supporters took to the streets on Wednesday as Mozambique inaugurated its new president, Daniel Chapo, amid continuing protests and unrest that followed a disputed election. Chapo, the country's fifth…

Africa News Now January 15, 2025

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Mozambique’s New President Daniel Chapo Inaugurated Amid Controversy and Violent Protests

Daniel Chapo, a member of Mozambique’s long-ruling Frelimo party, was officially sworn in as the country's new president on Wednesday during an inauguration ceremony in the capital, Maputo. Chapo takes…

Africa News Now January 15, 2025

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Egypt’s UNESCO Director General Candidate Unveils Campaign Slogan: “UNESCO for the People”

Khaled El-Enany, Egypt's candidate for the position of UNESCO Director General, has revealed the slogan he will use in his campaign: "UNESCO for the People." The announcement was made during…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

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South African Sports Minister Calls for Proteas to Boycott Match Against Afghanistan Over Women’s Rights Issue

South Africa's Sports Minister, Gayton McKenzie, has joined public calls for the Proteas to boycott their upcoming Champions Trophy game against Afghanistan next month, criticizing the International Cricket Council (ICC)…

Africa News Now January 10, 2025

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Deadly Attack on Chad’s Presidential Palace Claims 19 Lives

At least 19 people have been killed in an attack on Chad's presidential palace, according to the government. The attack occurred on Wednesday in the capital, N'Djamena, and involved armed…

Africa News Now January 10, 2025

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John Mahama Sworn In as Ghana’s President for Third Term Amidst Economic Crisis

John Mahama was sworn in as the President of Ghana for a third term on Tuesday, taking office amid the country's most severe economic crisis in decades. Thousands of Ghanaians…

Africa News Now January 7, 2025

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Ghanaians are officially waiting for what the incoming 6th president under the 4th Republic will do.

John Dramani Mahama of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has taken the oath of allegiance and the presidential oath to officially take over the reins of government as Ghana’s…

Africa News Now January 7, 2025

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“M23 REBELS SEIZE MASISI IN EASTERN DR CONGO AMID ONGOING CONFLICT AND REGIONAL INSTABILITY.”

Rebel forces affiliated with the M23 group, reportedly supported by Rwanda, have taken control of the town of Masisi in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

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Diplomatic Tensions Between Ethiopia and Somalia Eased After Turkey-Brokered Deal

The diplomatic dispute between Ethiopia and Somalia, which had strained relations between the two neighboring countries for nearly a year, has now been resolved, according to Somalia's Foreign Minister Ahmed…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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Mali’s Former Prime Minister Choguel Maiga Accused of Embezzlement Amid Public Spending Scandal

Former Malian Prime Minister Choguel Maiga is facing serious allegations of embezzlement following a damning report by the body responsible for overseeing public spending in the country. The report accuses…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025

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The Return: African Diaspora Finds Homecoming in Ghana

In 2023, Keachia Bowers and Damon Smith made the bold decision to leave their lives in Florida behind and move to Ghana, joining a growing number of returnees reconnecting with…

Africa News Now January 3, 2025