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Deminers Race to Clear Khartoum of Deadly Explosives After Sudan Conflict

In the heart of Khartoum, demining teams are working under extreme conditions to remove thousands of explosive remnants left behind by Sudan’s ongoing conflict, as civilians begin returning to devastated…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

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Nigeria and Turkey Sign Defence Pact to Boost Counterterrorism and Military Capacity

Nigeria and Turkey have signed a new defence cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s fight against insurgency and improving its military capabilities. The deal was confirmed after talks between Nigeria’s…

Africa News Now April 20, 2026

ANN West Africa

Nigeria Commences Investigations Into Airstrike in Northeast

Nigeria’s Air Force has opened an investigation following reports that a military airstrike in the northeast killed a large number of civilians on Saturday. According to Amnesty International, more than…

Africa News Now April 14, 2026

ANN West Africa

Nigeria Probes Deadly Airstrike on Market Amid Fears of Mass Civilian Casualties

The Nigerian Air Force has launched an investigation after a military airstrike reportedly killed dozens of civilians at a busy market in northeastern Nigeria. The strike occurred on Saturday at…

Africa News Now April 13, 2026

ANN West Africa

Ghanaian Footballer Dominic Frimpong Killed in Armed Attack on Team Bus

Ghanaian football has been thrown into mourning following the death of Dominic Frimpong, a 20-year-old winger for Berekum Chelsea, who was killed after the team’s bus came under attack by…

Africa News Now April 13, 2026

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Mauritania Denies Malian Troop Incursion, Urges Calm Amid Border Tensions

Mauritania has rejected reports claiming that Malian troops crossed into its territory, clarifying that all observed military movements took place in Mali and did not breach its borders. In a…

Africa News Now April 13, 2026

ANN West Africa

Benin Votes in Key Election as Wadagni Leads Race to Succeed Talon

Benin has begun counting ballots following a closely watched presidential election that could shape the country’s political and economic direction for years to come. The vote is expected to determine…

Africa News Now April 13, 2026

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Deadly Explosions Rock Burundi’s Capital After Fire at Military Depot

Dozens of people have been killed and many more injured after a series of powerful explosions tore through Bujumbura late Tuesday night, following a fire at a military ammunition depot…

Africa News Now April 1, 2026

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South Africa Launches Major Security Operation to Tackle Gangs and Organized Crime

South African authorities have launched a large-scale security operation, deploying around 500 military and police personnel in a show of force in Cape Town ahead of a year-long crackdown on…

Africa News Now March 31, 2026

ANN West Africa

Burkina Faso Pledges Secure Borders While Protecting Trade in Sahel Alliance

Burkina Faso’s Security Minister Mahamadou Sana has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening border security while preserving the free movement of people and goods within the Alliance of Sahel States…

Africa News Now March 31, 2026

ANN West Africa

Ghana and EU Sign Landmark Defence Pact to Counter Rising West Africa Insecurity

Ghana and the European Union have signed their first formal defence and security partnership, aimed at strengthening cooperation against the growing threat of jihadist violence in West Africa. The agreement…

Africa News Now March 24, 2026