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Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Elected New ECOWAS Chairman

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has been elected the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), succeeding Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio at the regional…

Africa News Now July 20, 2026

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Nigeria Completes Repatriation of 1,490 Citizens from South Africa Amid Xenophobia Concerns

Nigeria has completed the voluntary repatriation of 1,490 citizens from South Africa following weeks of rising anti-immigrant sentiment, xenophobic attacks and protests targeting undocumented migrants, the Nigerian government has announced.…

Africa News Now July 17, 2026

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ECOWAS Security Council Meets in Sierra Leone to Address Regional Crises

Ministers from across West Africa have convened in Freetown, Sierra Leone, for the 56th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council, with regional security, political stability and humanitarian…

Africa News Now July 17, 2026

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Suspected ADF Attacks Kill at Least 20 Civilians in Eastern DR Congo

At least 20 people have been killed in a series of attacks by suspected Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as insecurity continues to worsen…

Africa News Now July 17, 2026

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France and Morocco Sign 14 Agreements to Deepen Strategic Partnership

France and Morocco have signed 14 cooperation agreements covering key sectors including the economy, security, migration, infrastructure, water management and scientific research, as the two countries continue efforts to strengthen…

Africa News Now July 16, 2026

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Malawians Seek Repatriation from South Africa Amid Immigration Crackdown

Hundreds of Malawian nationals gathered outside Malawi's embassy in Johannesburg on Tuesday, seeking assistance to return home as South Africa's intensified immigration enforcement and rising anti-migrant sentiment continue to affect…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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Mali Highlights Defense and Security Gains Five Years into Transition

Mali's government has outlined what it describes as major achievements in strengthening the country's defense and security sectors over the past five years, citing increased investment in military infrastructure, personnel…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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South African Police Launch Special Probe into Killing of Anti-Migrant Group Leader

South African police have established a special multidisciplinary task team to investigate the fatal shooting of Andile Mvuyelwa Somgxada, the Gauteng provincial leader of the anti-migrant movement March and March.…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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Ghana to Begin Final Mass Evacuation of Citizens from South Africa on July 25

The Government of Ghana will begin the final phase of its mass evacuation of citizens from South Africa on July 25, with nearly 900 Ghanaians expected to be repatriated after…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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UN Warns Terrorist Groups Expanding Across West Africa and Sahel

The United Nations has warned that terrorist groups are expanding their operations across West Africa and the Sahel, posing an increasing threat to regional security as they adopt advanced technologies…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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Libya’s Rival Military Chiefs Hold Unity Talks as Reunification Efforts Gain Momentum

Senior military commanders from Libya's rival eastern and western forces have held high-level talks in the central city of Sirte as efforts to reunify the country's divided armed forces gather…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026