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Somalis Protest Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland, Government Reaffirms Territorial Unity

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Mogadishu on Thursday night to protest Israel’s recent recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared region that broke away from Somalia in 1991 but has never previously…

Africa News Now January 9, 2026

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M23 Holds Funeral in Goma for Victims of Deadly Drone Strike in Eastern DR Congo

The AFC/M23 armed group on Thursday held a collective funeral in Goma for 22 people killed in a drone strike earlier this month in Masisi territory, North Kivu province, eastern…

Africa News Now January 9, 2026

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Central African Republic President Touadera Invites Russian President Putin

The re-elected President of the Central African Republic (CAR), Faustin-Archange Touadera, has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit the country, further cementing a partnership that has grown in recent…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Central African Republic Opposition Rejects Election Results, Alleges Fraud

Anicet Georges Dologuélé, the runner-up in the Central African Republic (CAR) presidential election, rejected provisional results on Wednesday, alleging widespread manipulation by the National Elections Authority. Dologuélé claimed that more…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Former Ghana Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Detained in the U.S. Amid Corruption Charges

Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana’s former finance minister, has been detained by U.S. authorities, his lawyer confirmed Wednesday. Ofori-Atta, 66, is in the United States for medical treatment but faces corruption allegations…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Ivory Coast Government Resigns After RHDP Landslide Victory

Ivory Coast’s government has formally resigned, clearing the way for a new cabinet following last month’s legislative elections in which the ruling RHDP party won more than 75% of parliamentary…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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President Mahama Pledges Transparent Leadership on One-Year Anniversary in Office

Ghanaian President John Mahama has pledged to strengthen transparent and accountable governance to support the country’s sustainable development, marking one year in office following his December 2024 election victory. Speaking…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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Burkina Faso Says Security Forces Foiled New Coup Plot Against Junta Leader

Burkina Faso’s authorities say they have foiled a new coup attempt aimed at destabilizing the country and overthrowing military leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré, amid ongoing political volatility since the 2022…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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Côte d’Ivoire Raises CFA 320.8 Billion in Oversubscribed Regional Bond Auction

Côte d’Ivoire raised 320.77 billion CFA francs on Tuesday through a Treasury bill and bond auction on the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU/UEMOA) regional market, exceeding its initial…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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Political Campaign Repression Hits Uganda Ahead of January Elections

Amnesty International has accused Ugandan authorities of carrying out a “brutal campaign of repression” against the opposition ahead of the country’s general election on January 15, as security forces intensify…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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Touadéra Wins Third Term in Central African Republic After Contested Vote

President Faustin Archange Touadéra has secured a third term in office following last month’s presidential election, according to provisional results released by the Central African Republic’s National Electoral Authority. The…

Africa News Now January 6, 2026