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UK, Nigeria Deepen Ties After Downing Street Talks

A key outcome of the meeting was an agreement to support the redevelopment of two major Nigerian trading ports….reports Asian Lite News The Prime Minister welcomed Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to

March 20, 2026

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West African Leaders Agree on Border Peace

Ali reaffirmed the AU’s support, saying it will work with Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone to strengthen progress and promote regional peace…reports Asian Lite News The Chairperson of the African Union Commission,

March 19, 2026

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Chad Shuts Sudan Border After Drone Attack

Chadian president instructed the National Army to respond decisively to any attacks originating from Sudan…reports Asian Lite News Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno on Wednesday convened an emergency security meeting following

March 19, 2026

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Ghana Bets on Tech to Boost Agriculture

Mahama outlined plans to shift Ghana towards a value-addition model, where raw agricultural produce is processed into finished goods for export and domestic consumption….reports Asian Lite News Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama

March 19, 2026

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Congo Heads to Polls as 3 Million Prepare to Vote

A total of seven candidates are in the running, including incumbent President Denis Sassou N’Guesso….reports Asian Lite News Over three million registered voters in Congo will cast their ballots on Sunday in

March 16, 2026

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Somalia warns against any Israeli base plans

Somalia has warned that its territory cannot be used for foreign military operations following reports that Israel may seek to establish a base in the breakaway region of Somaliland ..reports Asian Lite

March 15, 2026

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France returns a sacred drum looted from Ivory Coast

France has returned a sacred talking drum looted during the colonial period to Ivory Coast, marking the first such restitution between the two countries and part of a broader push by European

March 15, 2026

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Africa Policymakers Warn Iran Oil Shock

African policymakers have warned that a sharp rise in oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran could complicate monetary policy and threaten the continent’s fragile economic recovery…reports Asian Lite news African

March 15, 2026

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UK Ends Africa Health Programme

A key UK-backed health initiative in Africa is set to shut down following aid cuts. Experts warn the move could weaken global pandemic preparedness…reports London Daily News Network A flagship health initiative

March 13, 2026

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China Scraps Tariffs for 53 African Nations

China opens its market to 53 African countries with zero tariffs, boosting trade prospects while raising questions about resource dependency and Beijing’s growing strategic influence, By India Daily News Network China has

March 12, 2026

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