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Islamic State-Linked Rebels Kill Dozens in Church Attack in Eastern DRC

At least 39 people were killed and several others wounded on Sunday when armed assailants believed to be members of the Islamic State-affiliated Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) launched a brutal…

Africa News Now July 28, 2025

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Togo’s DMK Opposition Backs Mass Protests Against New Constitution and Governance Failures

Togo’s main opposition coalition, Dynamique Monseigneur Kpodzro (DMK), has officially endorsed nationwide protests scheduled for June 26–28, 2025, in a renewed push for democratic reforms and greater accountability from President…

Africa News Now June 22, 2025

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Chadian Army Denies Reports of Terrorist Attack on Military Base

The Chadian Armed Forces have categorically denied claims circulating on social media and in international reports that one of their military bases was attacked by terrorists, calling the allegations "entirely…

Africa News Now June 12, 2025

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Kenyan Officer Killed in Haiti Amid Mounting Concerns Over MSS Mission

A Kenyan police officer, Bénédict Kabiru, has been killed in Haiti while serving in the Kenyan-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission, dealing another blow to the controversial deployment. Kabiru was…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa Appoints New Army Chief Amid Growing Calls for Resignation

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed Major General Emmanuel Matatu as the new commander of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, replacing Lieutenant General Anselem Sanyatwe, who was abruptly retired and reassigned…

Africa News Now March 28, 2025

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Kenyan Police Officer Goes Missing in Haiti After Gang Attack Amid Rising Violence

A Kenyan police officer deployed in Haiti as part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission has gone missing after an ambush by suspected gang members during a patrol operation…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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SADC Ends Military Mission in Eastern DRC Following Loss of Troops Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has officially announced the conclusion of its military mission in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after the tragic loss of at least…

Africa News Now March 13, 2025

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Deadly Al-Shabab Attack on Hotel in Beledweyne Leaves 10 Dead, Ongoing Siege

Islamist militants from the al-Shabab group stormed the Qahira Hotel in Beledweyne, central Somalia, early today, leading to a deadly siege that has now claimed the lives of at least…

Africa News Now March 11, 2025

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ECOWAS Leaders Meet in Abuja to Strengthen Standby Force and Regional Security

Leaders from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have convened in Abuja to intensify efforts aimed at fortifying the ECOWAS Standby Force (SSF), a critical component in enhancing…

Africa News Now February 26, 2025

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ECOWAS President Dr. Omar Touray Praises Senegal and Guinea-Bissau Leaders for Commitment to Regional Cooperation

Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, has lauded the leadership of Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló for their unwavering commitment…

Africa News Now February 20, 2025