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Chad’s Foreign Minister, Abderaman Koulamallah, has criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for what he called a “contemptuous attitude” towards Africa. The rebuke followed Macron’s comments that African leaders had failed to appreciate France’s military aid against jihadist insurgencies in the Sahel. Koulamallah highlighted Africa’s contributions to France during both World Wars, which, he said, Paris […]
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The US has accused Russia of funding both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan’s ongoing war, which began in April 2023 amid a failed transition to civilian rule. US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, alleged that Russia supports the warring factions through illicit gold trading and military aid, […]
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Protests erupted in Guinea’s capital after the ruling junta missed its deadline for initiating a democratic transition, sparking domestic and international criticism. Col. Mamadi Doumbouya, in power since a 2021 coup, had pledged a return to civilian rule by December 31, 2024. However, in his New Year’s address, Doumbouya only promised a decree for a […]
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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on trial for allegedly receiving millions of euros in illegal campaign financing from Libya’s late leader, Moammar Gadhafi, for his 2007 presidential bid. Sarkozy faces charges including corruption, embezzlement, illegal campaign financing, and criminal conspiracy with a view to committing a crime. He has denied all the allegations. The […]
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South Africa and Rwanda are both vying to host Formula 1 races, emphasizing Africa’s potential to accommodate multiple Grand Prix events. South Africa, aiming to return to the F1 calendar after hosting its last race in 1993, plans to revamp the Kyalami circuit and target a 2027 debut. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie criticized the notion […]
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OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso, January 8, 2025/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The pan-African magazine New African has unveiled its prestigious list of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024, distinguishing Professor Abdoulaye Diabaté, an emblematic figure in scientific research against malaria. An exceptional scientific journey Recognized as a “unrelenting warrior against malaria”, Professor Diabaté has been honored for […]
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The Africa Energy Indaba 2025, taking place from 4–6 March 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated EV Forum for the third consecutive year. This platform will spotlight the immense opportunities within Africa’s rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market. As global focus shifts toward cleaner energy solutions, Africa stands […]
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By Eric Osiakwan Ghana film has been having a resurgence lately. After the earlier success of the Nkrumah era when our movies took to the global stage, not much has happened. However, in recent times there has been a plethora of titles that have made impact, for examples; “Children of the Mountain” that won the […]
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By Ebenezer Obadare Getting rid of foreign military presence may be the least of African countries’ problems. Of late, a distinct note of self-assertiveness has found its way into the pronouncements of many African countries. While the underlying mood most certainly dates back to the period before the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, that […]
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STUTTGART, Germany, 07 January 2025 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- On Dec. 24, in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted a precision airstrike approximately 10km southwest of Quyno Barrow that resulted in the death of senior al-Shabaab leader, Mohamed Mire and another al-Shabaab militant. On Dec. 24, in coordination with the Federal […]
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The Global Reputation Forum (GRF) and Reputable Poll International (RPI) have unveiled the 2025 list of 100 Most Reputable Africans, celebrating leaders, innovators, and changemakers across the Business, Governance, Arts, and Education sectors. The list highlights individuals demonstrating integrity, transformative impact, and influence within Africa and globally. Notable honorees include Teresa Clarke, Africa.com’s Chair and […]
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Experts say that strengthening democracy is critical for Africa’s economic growth in 2025. Political unrest in Mozambique, Tunisia, and Mauritania underscores the continent’s ongoing struggles with electoral irregularities and weak institutions. Nevertheless, there were positive signs in other parts of the continent. For instance, in South Africa, the ruling African National Congress had to form […]
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