The agreement was signed by the Democratic Republic of the Congo Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner and Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe in the presence of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Department of State in Washington, D.C., April 25. 2025 (Official State Department photo by Freddie Everett)
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DR Congo and Rwanda Sign Agreement to End Ongoing Conflict

In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have signed an agreement in Washington pledging

Interim President Capt. Ibrahim Traoré
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Burkina Faso Thwarts Major Coup Attempt

Burkina Faso’s military authorities have announced the foiling of a “major plot” to overthrow interim President Captain Ibrahim Traoré, revealing

Kenya uncovers landmark ant trafficking operation involving giant African harvester ants. Authorities warn of new biopiracy trends targeting critical species essential to Africa’s ecosystems.
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Kenyan Authorities Smash Ant Trafficking Operation

In a landmark victory for wildlife protection, Kenyan authorities have uncovered an audacious attempt to traffic giant African harvester ants,

President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
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Zelensky Ends Historic South Africa Visit After Russian Missile Strike on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has cut short his first-ever visit to Africa after a major Russian missile and drone attack

former President John Dramani Mahama
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Ghana Bans Foreigners from Local Gold Trade

In a bold and sweeping reform, Ghana has banned all foreign nationals from participating in the purchase or trade of

President-elect of Namibia Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
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Namibia to Introduce Free University and Technical College Education in 2026

In a landmark declaration during her first State of the Nation address, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s newly inaugurated head of

Ancient Egyptian Tomb of Unknown King Unearthed in Abydos
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One Africa News Today Video Summary – week 30 March 2025

One Africa News Today – your go-to source for the latest news and updates from across the African continent. Unite,

India Deepens Maritime Ties with Africa through Historic Naval Exercise AIKEYME
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India Deepens Maritime Ties with Africa through Historic Naval Exercise AIKEYME

In a landmark move aimed at reshaping maritime cooperation between India and the African continent, the Indian Navy will co-host

Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed
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Ethiopia Introduces Nationwide Worker Tax to Offset USAID Funding Loss

Ethiopia’s federal parliament has approved the introduction of a new tax on all workers and businesses in a bold move

During an official visit to Lesotho, African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina met with His Majesty King Letsie III to discuss expanding the Bank's investments in Lesotho.
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AfDB to Invest $331 Million in Lesotho to Drive Growth, Infrastructure, and Health

In a landmark move to bolster Lesotho’s economic growth and regional competitiveness, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has announced