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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

ANN Southern Africa

China-Led BRICS Naval Drill to Begin in South African Waters

The first naval exercise held under the expanded BRICS banner is set to begin on Friday in South African waters, marking a new step in defense cooperation among the bloc’s…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

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

African Diaspora ANN Southern Africa

Ramaphosa Condemns U.S. Military Capture of Venezuela’s Maduro, Urges UN Action

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly condemned the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, calling it a…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

ANN West Africa

Ivory Coast Terror Trial Resumes Over Deadly 2020 Kafolo Attack

The trial of 45 people accused of involvement in a deadly 2020 attack on an Ivorian military checkpoint resumed on Monday at Côte d’Ivoire’s Anti-Terrorism Court in Abidjan, as authorities…

Africa News Now January 6, 2026

ANN Central Africa

UNICEF Warns of Surge in Sexual Violence Against Children at DR Congo Displacement Camp

UNICEF has raised alarm over a sharp rise in sexual violence against children at the Rhoo displacement camp in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that years of conflict and…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Amnesty Accuses Uganda of Crackdown Ahead of January Elections

Amnesty International has accused Ugandan security forces of torture, arbitrary arrests, and violent crackdowns as the country prepares for elections on January 15. President Yoweri Museveni, 81, who has ruled…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

ANN West Africa

ECOWAS Warns Against Use of Force After U.S. Action Against Venezuela’s Leadership

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed serious concern over the escalating crisis in Venezuela following reports that the United States captured President Nicolás Maduro and carried…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

ANN West Africa

Deadly Market Attack in Nigeria’s Niger State Leaves 50 Dead, Dozens Abducted

The death toll from a brutal armed attack on a rural market in Nigeria’s Niger State has risen to at least 50, local authorities and community leaders said, highlighting the…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

ANN Central Africa

CAR Deploys Troops With UN Support to Secure December Elections

The Central African Republic (CAR) has deployed additional troops to the remote Vakaga region as part of efforts to secure nationwide elections scheduled for 28 December, with logistical support from…

Africa News Now December 18, 2025

ANN West Africa

Burkina Faso Frees Detained Nigerian Air Force Crew After Diplomatic Talks

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel who were detained after their aircraft made an emergency landing in the country earlier this month, Nigerian officials confirmed on Thursday.…

Africa News Now December 18, 2025