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Government Responds to Alleged Footage of Civilian Massacre in Gayeri, Burkina Faso

Newly circulated videos from Gayeri, a town in eastern Burkina Faso, have sparked widespread concern, showing civilians being escorted by armed individuals to an undisclosed location. Disturbingly, the footage includes…

Africa News Now March 23, 2025

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M23 Rebels Withdraw from Peace Talks Amid Rising Tensions in Eastern Congo

The M23 rebel group, which has recently made significant advances in the mineral-rich eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), announced on Monday that it would withdraw from…

Africa News Now March 18, 2025

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Guinea Suspends Opposition Parties Over Non-Compliance as Political Tensions Escalate

Guinea's authorities have officially suspended the RPG ARC-EN-CIEL and UFR opposition parties for failing to comply with the country’s political party regulations. This suspension follows a recent political party evaluation…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Alliance of Sahel States Advances Regional Integration with Key Economic and Infrastructure Initiatives

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has made substantial progress in enhancing regional cooperation, with a strong focus on economic integration, infrastructure development, and strategic defense initiatives. During a high-level…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Burkina Faso Government Urges Armed Groups to End Conflict Amid Allegations of Massacre

The Burkinabe government has issued a strong appeal for armed groups to lay down their weapons and cease hostilities, urging the nation to prioritize development over prolonged conflict. In a…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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SADC Ends Military Mission in Eastern DRC Following Loss of Troops Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has officially announced the conclusion of its military mission in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after the tragic loss of at least…

Africa News Now March 13, 2025

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Somali Security Forces End 24-Hour Hotel Siege by al-Shabab, Several Killed in Attack

Somali security forces have successfully ended a 24-hour siege at the Cairo Hotel in Beledweyne on Wednesday, after a deadly attack by the al-Shabaab militant group. The assault, which began…

Africa News Now March 12, 2025

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Angola Offers to Mediate Direct Talks Between DR Congo and M23 Rebels Amid Growing Tensions

Following a brief visit to Luanda by Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi on Tuesday, the Angolan presidency announced plans to broker direct talks between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and…

Africa News Now March 12, 2025

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Deadly Al-Shabab Attack on Hotel in Beledweyne Leaves 10 Dead, Ongoing Siege

Islamist militants from the al-Shabab group stormed the Qahira Hotel in Beledweyne, central Somalia, early today, leading to a deadly siege that has now claimed the lives of at least…

Africa News Now March 11, 2025

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South Sudan Denies Uganda’s Troop Deployment Amid Rising Tensions

South Sudan's government has firmly denied reports that Uganda had deployed special forces to the capital, Juba, in response to escalating political tensions within the country. The denial follows statements…

Africa News Now March 11, 2025

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Nigerian Troops Kill Notorious Bandit Leader ‘Yellow Aboki’ in Major Security Operation

In a significant blow to criminal networks in Nigeria’s northwest, troops have successfully eliminated the notorious bandit leader ‘Yellow Aboki’ during a high-profile security operation in Zamfara State. According to…

Africa News Now March 11, 2025