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African Countries

1 direct match plus 30 related mentions across person references, story text, source records, and indexed tags.

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United States Makes Permanent Visa Bond Program Affecting 30 African Countries

Nationals from 50 countries, including 30 in Africa, must post security deposits up to $20,000 for certain U.S. business and tourist visas under a new permanent policy.

Aug 3, 2026, 8:08 AM Africanews

Stories Related To African Countries

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State Department VIPs cut the ribbon officially opening the State Department exhibit at the Department of State booth at the USA Science and Engineering Festival in Washington, DC on April 25, 2014. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]

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US State Department Admits Error After Mislabeling African Countries on Map at Global Conference

A map of Africa displayed by the US government at an international event contained significant inaccuracies, prompting an official acknowledgment.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 8:37 AM

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global-institutions

Mount Olympus and D-Day Beaches Among 25 New UNESCO World Heritage Sites

UNESCO adds 25 cultural and natural landmarks worldwide, including sites in Greece, France, and three African countries, during the World Heritage Committee meeting in South Korea.

UN News | Jul 28, 2026, 11:45 PM

Photograph showing soldier in uniform, wife in dress and hat, and two daughters wearing matching coats and hats. In May 1863, U.S. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton issued General Order No. 143 creating the Bureau of U. S. Colored Troops. This image was found in Cecil County, Maryland, making it likely that this soldier belonged to one of the seven U.S.C.T. regiments raised in Maryland. (Source: Matthew R. Gross and Elizabeth T. Lewin, 2010) This is the only known photograph of an African American Union soldier with his family. Identified as Sgt. Samuel Smith of the 119th USCT, with his wife Mollie, and his daughters Mary and Maggie.

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Global Trade in African Ants Surges, Raising Ecological Concerns

Thousands of African Giant Harvester Ant queens are being smuggled to Europe, prompting legal action and warnings about environmental impact.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 1:12 PM

A photo taken of Rhinoceros eating in a national park in South Africa.

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South Africa Calls for Africa-Wide Migration Talks Following Xenophobic Violence

Pretoria urges a continent-wide conference to address migration challenges after deadly anti-migrant violence and tensions over undocumented workers.

Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 7:33 AM

A photography portrait of the State Department headquarters building.

world

US Government AI-Generated Map of Africa Mislabeled Every Country at Global AIDS Conference

An AI-generated map used by the US State Department at the AIDS 2026 conference in Brazil mislabeled every African country, prompting widespread criticism and a formal apology.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 2:35 PM

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Chad Announces Withdrawal from International Criminal Court Amid Rising Criticism

Chad becomes the fifth country in recent months to begin the process of leaving the ICC, citing concerns over the court’s focus on African nations and its limited effectiveness.

Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:05 PM

Industrial port worker overlooking bulk-material handling equipment and a cargo vessel.

world

Over 140 Dead or Missing After Refugee Boat Drifts Off Mauritania Coast

A migrant vessel from The Gambia ran out of fuel and drifted for 25 days before reaching Mauritania, resulting in a tragic loss of life.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 7:29 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Winnie Byanyima urges African governments to increase health financing and address challenges impacting HIV response.

world

UNAIDS Chief Calls for New Health Funding Approach in Africa Amid Global Aid Cuts

Winnie Byanyima urges African governments to increase health financing and address challenges impacting HIV response.

Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 8:40 PM

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Hundreds of Malawians Seek Repatriation Amid Surge in Anti-Immigrant Protests in South Africa

More than 53,000 African immigrants have been deported or repatriated from South Africa in a month, with over 80% from Malawi as protests against illegal migration intensify.

Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 1:27 PM

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Cape Verde's World Cup Team Returns Home to a Hero's Welcome

Thousands of fans in Praia celebrated Cape Verde’s historic first World Cup appearance after a strong performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Africanews | Jul 6, 2026, 9:33 AM

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Indonesia Urged to Take Leadership Role in Global Climate Diplomacy

At the Indonesia Net-Zero Summit 2026, experts and youth participants called for Indonesia to actively engage in climate diplomacy amid shifting global priorities and emphasize its biodiversity assets.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 12:11 PM

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EU Countries Announce Border Controls Following Migrant Surge into Spain’s Ceuta

Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into Spain’s North African territory of Ceuta from Morocco, prompting some EU nations to impose border controls with Spain despite geographic barriers.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 3:48 AM

The chemical element Europium , ~300g ingot, crystalline sublimed dendritic, high pure 99.998% Eu/TREM (TREM = Total Rare Earth Metal) . Handled in a glovebox under the inert gas argon .

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Spain Criticizes EU Response Amid Ceuta Migrant Crisis, Installs Floating Barriers

Following a deadly mass migrant crossing into Ceuta, Spain has installed floating barriers and condemned what it calls selfish reactions within the EU, while over 48,000 migrants have returned to Morocco.

ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 9:31 PM

world

Europe Tightens Borders After Surge of Over 50,000 Migrants into Spanish Enclave Ceuta

A sudden influx of migrants from Morocco into Ceuta has led to dozens of deaths and prompted European countries to reinforce border controls.

ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 7:56 AM

Māori Battalion survivors of action in Greece, performing a haka in Helwan , Egypt for the King of Greece . From left to right, the four men in the foreground are John Manuel, Maaka White, Te Kooti Reihana, and Rangi Henderson. A cropped version of this photo featured on an ANZAC commemorative stamp issued in 2008. [2]

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Spain's Ceuta Migrant Crisis Eases as EU Borders Tighten

After a surge of about 60,000 migrants entering Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, most have returned, prompting Spain to plan new border barriers and EU countries to call for emergency talks.

France 24 English | Aug 1, 2026, 5:25 AM

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Several Migrants Drown as Hundreds Rush to Spain's Ceuta from Morocco

An influx of migrants attempting to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco has led to multiple drownings and increased tensions between the two countries.

Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 8:16 AM

politics

Saudi Arabia Forms International Coalition to Protect Red Sea Shipping Routes from Houthi Attacks

Saudi Arabia convened nearly 50 countries in Riyadh to establish a multinational maritime defense coalition aimed at securing vital shipping lanes in the Red Sea amid rising threats from Iran-backed Houthi militias.

The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 1:47 AM

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Hundreds of Migrants Enter Spanish Enclave Ceuta from Morocco, Overwhelming Local Resources

The leader of Ceuta has called on the Spanish government to intervene as thousands of migrants cross from Morocco, with authorities preparing extraordinary border measures.

BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 11:01 PM

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Thousands of Migrants Surge into Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco Amid Border Collapse

Local officials in Ceuta call for national emergency as migrant influx overwhelms resources; Spain deploys military to secure the border.

France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 5:33 PM

Thank you, President Trump. As a boy, I sat in the Oval Office where my uncle led on the issues of health and fitness.

politics

Trump Administration Releases $600 Million for Gavi Vaccine Program

The U.S. reverses previous funding halt, restoring support to the global immunization effort after new vaccine safety commitments.

The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 2:09 PM

The arrival of El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean triggers a cascade of changes in tropical rainfall and wind patterns that echo around the globe. For the United States, the most significant impact is a shift in the path of the mid-latitude jet streams. These swift, high-level winds play a major role in separating warm and cool air masses and steering storms from the Pacific across the U.S. This map illustrates the typical impacts of El Niño on U.S. winter weather. During El Niño, the Pacific jet stream is more reliable across the southern tier of the United States. Southern and interior Alaska and the Pacific Northwest tend to be warmer than average, and the southern tier of U.S. states—from California to the Carolinas—tends to be wetter than average. Farther north, the Ohio and Upper Mississippi River Valleys may be drier than usual. One or more of these climate patterns have occurred during many El Niño events in the past. That doesn’t mean that all of these impacts happen during every episode. Every event is somewhat different. In other words, the influence of El Niño on U.S. winter climate is a matter of probability, not certainty. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean that swings back and forth every 3-7 years on average. El Niño and La Niña alternately warm and cool large areas of the tropical Pacific—the world’s largest ocean—which significantly influences where and how much it rains there. Like a boulder dropped into a stream, this shift in the location of tropical rainfall disrupts the atmospheric circulation patterns that connect the tropics with the middle latitudes, which in turn modifies the mid-latitude jet streams. By modifying the jet streams, El Niño and La Niña can affect temperature and precipitation across the United States and other parts of the world. The influence on the U.S. is strongest during the winter (December-February), but it may linger into early spring.

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Super El Niño Expected to Cause Major Economic Losses Across Africa

African Development Bank warns of a $10 billion to $20 billion economic impact and lasting effects on GDP due to a strong El Niño event.

Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 8:08 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The drama series 'The Polygamist' captivates international audiences by blending intimate storytelling with a vivid depiction of contemporary South Africa.

general

South African Zulu-Language Series 'The Polygamist' Gains Global Popularity on Netflix

The drama series 'The Polygamist' captivates international audiences by blending intimate storytelling with a vivid depiction of contemporary South Africa.

NPR News | Jul 24, 2026, 10:25 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A series of maritime incidents off Mauritania last week resulted in 144 migrants dead or missing, highlighting the dangers of the Atlantic route to Europe.

global-institutions

UNHCR Reports 144 Migrants Dead or Missing Off Mauritanian Coast in Maritime Tragedy

A series of maritime incidents off Mauritania last week resulted in 144 migrants dead or missing, highlighting the dangers of the Atlantic route to Europe.

UN News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:13 AM