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Benin Clears Five Parties For 2026 Legislative Elections

Benin’s election preparations have entered a crucial phase as the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA) has validated the lists of five political parties ahead of the January 11, 2026 legislative elections. CENA announced the approved parties on Monday, December 1,…

Liberia Vows More Domestic Funding As HIV Cases Rise

Liberia has pledged to scale up domestic funding for its HIV response as the country confronts a concerning increase in infections. Marking World AIDS Day 2025, government officials and health advocates gathered in Monrovia to assess the growing challenge and…

Mali Recovers Billions CFA After Major Mining Sector Audit

Mali’s transitional authorities have recovered several billions of CFA francs following a comprehensive three-year audit of the country’s mining sector. The audit report, presented on Monday to transitional president General Assimi Goïta, marks a significant step in the government’s push…

Nigeria Rescues 12 Abducted Girls in Borno Raid

Nigerian troops have rescued twelve teenage girls abducted by suspected ISWAP militants in Borno State, offering a rare moment of relief amid rising insecurity in the country’s northeast. The operation was carried out by forces under Operation Hadin Kai in…