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US Embassy Warns Citizens About New Cybersecurity Law in Zambia Amid Privacy Concerns

The U.S. Embassy in Zambia issued an alert warning its citizens about a new Cyber Security Act signed into law by President Hakainde Hichilema on April 8, 2024. The law…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Nigeria Seeks Partnership with India to Boost Green Energy Transition Amid Power Grid Challenges

Nigeria is actively seeking to form a partnership with India to accelerate its energy transition and enhance its renewable energy initiatives. A senior Nigerian government official revealed on Tuesday that…

Africa News Now February 12, 2025

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Back to Social Media; South Sudan Lifts Ban on Facebook and TikTok

South Sudan has lifted its week-long ban on Facebook and TikTok, which was imposed following the circulation of graphic videos depicting the alleged killings of South Sudanese nationals in Sudan.…

Africa News Now January 28, 2025

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Kenyan Innovator Turns Invasive Water Hyacinth Into Biodegradable Packaging Solution

Lake Naivasha, located a few hours northwest of Nairobi, Kenya, is a popular destination renowned for its flamingos and hippos. However, the lake's ecosystem is facing a growing threat from…

Africa News Now January 19, 2025

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Nigeria Launches Youth Farmers’ Enrolment Portal to Combat Food Insecurity and Unemployment

The Nigerian Government has launched a new initiative aimed at tackling the growing issues of food insecurity and unemployment that have plagued the country. The initiative, unveiled by the Minister…

Africa News Now January 19, 2025

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Gasoline Tanker Explosion in Nigeria Claims 70 Lives

A tragic explosion in north-central Nigeria has claimed the lives of at least 70 people after a gasoline tanker crashed early Saturday morning. The explosion occurred when locals, who had…

Africa News Now January 19, 2025

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Rescue Efforts Continue as Hundreds of Miners Remain Trapped in South African Gold Mine

Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities work to bring survivors out of the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine, where hundreds of illegal miners have been trapped in an abandoned shaft for months.…

Africa News Now January 14, 2025

West Africa

Ghanaians are officially waiting for what the incoming 6th president under the 4th Republic will do.

John Dramani Mahama of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has taken the oath of allegiance and the presidential oath to officially take over the reins of government as Ghana’s…

Africa News Now January 7, 2025

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Space Debris from Rocket Separation Stage Falls in Eastern Kenya; No Injuries Reported

In a rare occurrence, a metallic object believed to be part of a rocket's separation stage has fallen from space into a village in eastern Kenya. The incident, which occurred…

Africa News Now January 5, 2025

Northern Africa

Kenyan youths; on the slogan: we no go agree give the government.

Four young Kenyan men who went missing just before the Christmas holidays have been found alive, family members and rights groups say. Kenya has been gripped by a wave of…

Africa News Now December 28, 2024

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Libya’s National Oil Corporation to Declare Force Majeure After Zawiya Refinery Damage Amid Armed Clashes”

Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced plans to declare force majeure after significant damage occurred to the Zawiya Refinery’s reservoirs, caused by ongoing confrontations between armed groups in the area.…

Africa News Now December 15, 2024