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Uganda Votes Amid Allegations of Repression and Fears of Election Violence

Ugandans go to the polls on Thursday in a presidential election that opposition figures say is being conducted under heavy political repression and widespread intimidation. Opposition leader Bobi Wine has…

Africa News Now January 12, 2026

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Sudan Government Returns to Khartoum After Nearly Two Years of War

Sudan’s prime minister has announced the official return of the government to Khartoum, marking a symbolic milestone as the country passes 1,000 days of civil war. “We are back today,”…

Africa News Now January 12, 2026

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1,000 Days of War: Sudan Faces World’s Worst Hunger and Displacement Crisis

Aid agencies on Friday marked 1,000 days since Sudan’s war erupted in April 2023, warning that the conflict has triggered the world’s largest hunger emergency and displacement crisis. Civilians, the…

Africa News Now January 12, 2026

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Trump Signals Possible US Strikes in Nigeria Again

In an interview with The New York Times, former U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that additional American military strikes could occur in Nigeria if Christians continue to be killed, despite…

Africa News Now January 9, 2026

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M23 Holds Funeral in Goma for Victims of Deadly Drone Strike in Eastern DR Congo

The AFC/M23 armed group on Thursday held a collective funeral in Goma for 22 people killed in a drone strike earlier this month in Masisi territory, North Kivu province, eastern…

Africa News Now January 9, 2026

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Somalia Rejects U.S. Claims of Aid Diversion

Somalia’s government has strongly denied U.S. allegations that it ordered the demolition of a World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse in Mogadishu and seized American-funded food aid meant for vulnerable civilians.…

Africa News Now January 9, 2026

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Chinese, Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa Ahead of BRICS+ Naval Drill

Warships from China and Iran have arrived in Cape Town’s False Bay as South Africa prepares to host a major BRICS+ naval exercise called “Will for Peace 2026.” The week‑long…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Mali and Canada Strengthen Cooperation to Protect Education Amid Insecurity

Mali and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting education in regions affected by insecurity, aiming to improve access to schooling and sustain learning for vulnerable children. On Monday in…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Somalia Launches “Total War” Against al-Shabab as Government Reclaims Key Towns

Somalia’s National Army has intensified operations against al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab militants, aiming to dismantle networks threatening the capital, Mogadishu, and regain control over southern and central regions. The campaign is part…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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South Africa Assures U.S. It Will Not Block Controversial Afrikaner Refugee Program

South Africa has agreed not to interfere with a U.S. refugee program that allows white South Africans to emigrate, according to a December 23 internal meeting summary reviewed by Reuters.…

Africa News Now January 8, 2026

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Nigerian Air Force Takes Lead After U.S. Strikes on Jihadists in Sokoto

The Nigerian Air Force will assume primary responsibility for counterterrorism operations following U.S. airstrikes on Christmas Day targeting jihadist groups in Sokoto State, northwestern Nigeria, according to a Nigerian official.…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026