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Africa

May 29, 2025

Libya deported 134 stranded Malian migrants: IOM

The IOM stated that its Voluntary Humanitarian Return programme had facilitated the return of illegal migrants stranded in Libya to their homeland.

International Organisation for Migration
May 29, 2025

South Sudanese president dismisses long-serving chief justice

The South Sudanese leader did not provide a reason for the dismissal.

South Sudan
May 29, 2025

Egypt to reduce customs clearance time to two days

The reforms aim to support supply chain efficiency, attract new investment, and contribute to Egypt’s long-term economic development.

Egypt's port
May 29, 2025

Egypt: Former presidential aspirant released from prison

Ahmed al-Tantawi was released, his lawyer Khaled Ali wrote on the X platform on Thursday.

Ahmed al-Tantawi
May 29, 2025

Amid coups, Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso breakaway, Tinubu hails ECOWAS for regional stability

The recent disintegration of ECOWAS has caused a breakdown of cooperation between countries in West Africa, especially in the fight against terrorism.

ECOWAS LEADERS
May 29, 2025

Gowon says recalcitrant Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso will return to ECOWAS

“Our sister nations that decided to leave, will, in time, realise the bonds of culture,” the erstwhile military leader stated.

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso leaders
May 29, 2025

Retired ambassadors hail ECOWAS resilience amid regional challenges

Retired ambassadors have commended ECOWAS for its resilience and notable achievements over the past 50 years despite numerous challenges.

TINUBU WITH ECOWAS LEADERS
May 28, 2025

Iconic Kenyan writer, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, dies at 87

The daughter said the writer lived a full life and fought a good fight.

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o
May 28, 2025

ECOWAS seeks regional cooperation to combat drug abuse in West Africa

He said drug abuse posed a serious challenge and all hands must be on deck to address it.

ECOWAS
May 28, 2025

UN secretary-general hails AfDB president for sterling leadership

“Dr Adesina, your vision and dedication to just and sustainable development have changed countless lives across Africa,” said the UN chief.

Akinwunmi Adesina