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Senegal and Benin Strengthen Ties as Presidents Faye and Talon Call for Urgent Regional Reforms

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye arrived in Cotonou on Tuesday, July 15, for a one-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties with Benin and revitalizing regional institutions grappling with…

Africa News Now July 16, 2025

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Nigeria Jails 44 for Funding Boko Haram in Largest Terror Financing Crackdown

In a major crackdown on terrorism financing, Nigerian authorities have sentenced 44 individuals to prison terms ranging from 10 to 30 years for funding the Islamist militant group Boko Haram.…

Africa News Now July 13, 2025

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DR Congo Army Shoots Down Unauthorized Aircraft Near Conflict Zone Amid Ceasefire Tensions

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed that its military shot down an aircraft over the conflict-prone Minembwe district, near the country’s southeastern borders with Rwanda and…

Africa News Now July 2, 2025

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Gambian Speaker Highlights Parliamentary Diplomacy in Strengthening Ties with Senegal

The Speaker of The Gambia’s National Assembly, Fabakary Tombong Jatta, has underscored the vital role of parliamentary diplomacy in reinforcing bilateral relations between The Gambia and Senegal. His remarks came…

Africa News Now July 1, 2025

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Nigeria Seeks $21.5 Billion in Foreign Loans to Fund 2025–2026 Budget and Economic Reforms

The Nigerian government has submitted a proposal to borrow over $21.5 billion from foreign and domestic sources as part of its 2025–2026 Medium-Term Borrowing Plan, aimed at addressing fiscal deficits,…

Africa News Now May 28, 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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The Gambia and India Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Focus on Defense Cooperation

The Gambia and India have solidified their bilateral relationship by focusing on enhancing collaboration in key areas such as capacity building, capability enhancement, and the sharing of best practices for…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Italian Prime Minister and Ministers Under Investigation for Repatriating Libyan Warlord Wanted by ICC

Prosecutors in Rome have launched a formal investigation into Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, along with two government ministers, over their involvement in the repatriation of a Libyan warlord who…

Africa News Now January 29, 2025

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EU Security Council Convenes Again to Address Escalating Crisis in Eastern DR Congo as M23 Rebels Advance

The United Nations Security Council held its second meeting in three days on Tuesday to address the deepening crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly the rapidly…

Africa News Now January 29, 2025

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Nigeria Prosecutes Over 100 Individuals for Terror Financing, Strengthening National Security Efforts

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has revealed that the country has successfully prosecuted more than 100 individuals involved in terror financing over the past two years. The announcement was made by…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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Central African Republic Signs Cooperation Agreement with Russia’s United Russia Party

The ruling United Hearts Movement (MCU) party of Central African President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has signed a cooperation agreement with Russia's United Russia party, signaling a deepening political relationship between the…

Africa News Now January 21, 2025