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France's president sees new role for its Djibouti military base

Yesterday

• 3:48 PM

After being forced to withdraw its troops from the Sahel region in West Africa, France’s president says its Djibouti base will be 'reinvented'.

Israel fires at protesters in Syrian border village, wounding one

• 2:49 PM

A group of people gathered in Maariyah on Friday to demand an end to the Israeli military presence in the village.

Burkina Faso adopts amnesty law for 2015 putschists

• 1:54 PM

The justice minister says, however, they will first have to admit to facts, behave well, and be willing to be operationally deployed in the fight against terrorism.

Apple claims it told suppliers earlier this year to stop buying its minerals from DRC

• 10:10 AM

Lawyers for the DRC have welcomed Apple’s statements about changes to its supply chain, but say they will have to be verified on the ground.

Families rebuilding home in Mayotte complain about lack of assistance

• 8:16 AM

A week after Cyclone Chido tore through the French Indian Ocean island, traumatized residents are struggling to rebuild their lives.

France's Orano launches arbitration against Niger over mining licence

• 12:02 AM

The move follows several months of unsuccessful attempts at mediation and conciliation after Niamey in June withdrew the licence of Orano’s subsidiary, Imouraren.

UN Extends Peacekeeping Mission In DRC Until 2025

Friday, december 20, 2024

• 8:32 PM

The United Nations Security Council has voted to extend the mandate for a long-running U.N. peacekeeping mission in the DRC for another year

Footage of three rare Northern African lion cubs released

• 7:38 PM

Footage of three rare Northern African lion cubs who were born at a zoo in England has been released

2024: A Year of artistic triumphs, cultural milestones, and farewells in Africa

• 5:28 PM

South African artist Tyla has been one of Africa's most prominent figures over the past year, closing 2024 as she began it—with global accolades.

Mpox and Marburg Virus Outbreaks Strain Central and East Africa's Health Systems

• 4:33 PM

The Mpox virus severely impacts Central and East Africa, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the epicenter. Over 13,000 cases and 450 deaths have been reported in the country, highlighting the ur

Africa in 2024: Battling Climate Extremes and Seeking Global Action

• 4:02 PM

The Africanews editorial team takes a look back at the highlights of 2024. Africa has faced a year of extreme weather events. Droughts have worsened, followed by torrential rains and flooding.

Congo replaces top military chief amid eastern conflict

• 3:53 PM

The Chief of General Staff of the Armed Forces, Gen. Christian Tshiwewe, who has been in office since October 2022 during the last major shake-up, was replaced by Lt. Gen. Jules Banza Mwilambwe.

Sahel 2024: A Year of Transformation with creation of a new alliance

• 3:48 PM

In January 2024, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger officially established the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), marking their exit from ECOWAS and solidifying a united front for regional security.

ECOWAS sets exit date for coup-hit states

• 3:47 PM

West Africa's regional bloc, ECOWAS, has approved a timeline for the exit of three countries hit by coups—Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso

40 Million face hunger in West and Central Africa: UN

• 3:32 PM

..the new report reduces last year's estimate of the number of people facing food insecurity by 7.7 million.

Somalia pushes for universal coverage

• 2:16 PM

5 min

The importance of access to health services for all Somalis came under the spotlight this week at an event in Mogadishu, to mark UHC Day

Rwanda declares end of Marburg virus after no new cases reported

• 1:12 PM

The outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease was declared over today by the Government of Rwanda with no new cases reported over the last 42 days after the last patient tested negative for the virus twice, as per the usual protocol for ending these types of outb

20 migrants die in a shipwreck off the coast of Tunisia

• 11:58 AM

Tunisian authorities recovered the bodies of 20 people who appeared to have drowned after a shipwreck off the country's Mediterranean coastline, near a popular point of departure for migrants attempting to reach Europe by boat.

A young nun's path: merging career with faith in New Orleans

• 11:51 AM

Sister Seyram Mary Adzokpa, originally from Ghana, relocated to the United States when she was just 14. It wasn't until she turned 25 that she encountered a nun for the first time. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she recognized a profound need for a life

Cyclone Chido survivors in Mayotte desperate for food and water

• 11:41 AM

Cyclone Chido’s devastation has left the residents of Mayotte grappling with an acute lack of food, water, and basic necessities, as survivors voiced frustration over insufficient aid.

Burkina Faso releases four French nationals after detaining them for a year

• 11:07 AM

The West African nation's information agency said in a statement that Capt. Ibrahim Traore, the country's president, welcomed Morocco's diplomatic efforts and noted that France and Burkina Faso's relations had soured in recent years.

Year in Review: African elections in 2024

• 11:00 AM

There were more than 19 elections in Africa in 2024. It was especially a devastating year for incumbents and ruling parties; they lost power in Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana and Senegal. Meanwhile, Mali, Guinea-Bissau and South Sudan continue to wait for a c

Libya's warring factions agree to form unity government to end deadlock

• 10:49 AM

4 min

The U.N. deputy special envoy for Libya, Stephanie Koury, told the U.N. Security Council that as a first step, the U.N. political mission in Libya known as UNSMIL intends to establish an advisory committee, with a deadline to develop options to resolve ou

France's military is being ousted from more African countries. Here's why

• 10:27 AM

6 min

“Just because the French have been here since the slavery period doesn’t mean it’s impossible to do otherwise,”

U.S. pledges additional $200 million for Sudan's humanitarian needs

• 9:21 AM

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has unveiled a new package of $230 million in aid for Sudan, a nation ravaged by conflict, during what is expected to be his final visit to the United Nations while in office.

Matteo Salvini's kidnapping trial: verdict expected this Friday

• 7:46 AM

Italy's Deputy Prime Minister, Matteo Salvini, is facing the upcoming verdict in Sicily with a bold stance regarding his actions in 2019, when he prevented around 100 migrants from disembarking a rescue vessel during his tenure as interior minister.

A collective in Brazil is helping disabled people reach new heights

• 7:38 AM

A group of volunteers, through a project called “Coletivo Inclusão”, is taking adventurous disabled people up one of Rio de Janeiro’s most complex trails, reaching places some would say impossible for those who are not able to walk.

Kenya's response to gender violence: a plan for women's protection

• 6:18 AM

The Kenyan government has announced that gender-based violence is the biggest security issue in the country. In just four months, 100 women have been killed, mostly by men they knew, including partners.

UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations visits CAR

• 12:31 AM

Lacroix’s field mission in Bambari, capital of Ouaka, allowed him to discuss and listen to local authorities and the population on the activities carried out by MINUSCA

Malaysia agrees to resume hunt for flight MH370, 10 years after plane disappeared

• 12:18 AM

Malaysia's government has agreed in principle to accept a second “no find, no fee” proposal from a U.S. company to renew the hunt for flight MH370, which is believed to have crashed in the southern Indian Ocean more than 10 years ago, Transport Minister A

Deadly crush at Christmas funfair in Nigeria leaves 35 children dead

Thursday, december 19, 2024

• 8:51 PM

The police have arrested eight people, including the main organizer, Naomi Silekunola. President Bola Tinubu expressed condolences to the victims' families and called for an investigation

Driving Change: Diaspora Investments, Urban Farming, and Tourism Growth in Africa {Business Africa}

Business • 8:16 PM

Malian Diaspora is Driving Sustainable Development Through Innovative Investments. Ciwara Capital is leveraging resources to boost agriculture, create jobs, and build climate resilience in Mali and as food insecurity grips Kenya, urban farming is transfor

Putin defends Russia’s role in Syria, denies failure

• 6:49 PM

Russia’s military presence in Syria, including its air and naval bases, remains central to its regional strategy, with Putin reiterating that Moscow’s long-term goals align with maintaining stability and influence in the Middle East.

D-8 Summit: Leaders Address Gaza, Syria instability

• 5:30 PM

In his opening remarks, el-Sissi warned that Israel's ongoing war in Gaza, its spillover into Lebanon, and recent developments in Syria "will have repercussions that will affect everyone, politically and economically."

Pics of the day: December 19, 2024

• 4:02 PM

Africanews focuses on the most striking images of the day's news.

Ex-Minister sentenced to five years for corruption in Guinea

• 3:53 PM

Diané, who served under ex-President Alpha Condé from 2015 to 2021, must also pay a $58.5 million fine, and his properties in Conakry and Kankan, along with his bank accounts, will be seized by the state.

Activists and families protest unlawful deaths of children in Rio

• 3:47 PM

NGO Rio de Paz held a protest on Copacabana beach on Wednesday demanding answers from the state government on violent deaths of children in Rio de Janeiro.

Chagos Islands: Mauritius questions agreement with UK

• 3:32 PM

Under the deal, the U.K.-U.S. naval and bomber base on the largest of the islands, Diego Garcia, would remain under U.K. control for at least 99 years.

Eskom reports R55 billion loss, predicts profit by 2025

Business • 3:27 PM

the embattled utility is optimistic about its future, forecasting a profit of over R10 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2025

Macron surveys cyclone damage in Mayotte

• 3:13 PM

Macron boarded a helicopter for an aerial appraisal of the damage and then headed to the hospital to meet with medical staff and patients. A member of the medical staff told him some people hadn't had a drink of water for 48 hours

Cities worldwide illuminate the festive spirit for Christmas

• 3:06 PM

The end of November saw the lights being turned on one of the world's most iconic streets, the Champs-Elysees in Paris, where revellers gathered and cheered at the spectacle.

Les Blues du Fleuve: Baaba Maal’s Festival of Music and development in Podor

• 2:24 PM

This marks the 16th edition of the Les Blues du Fleuve festival, entirely organized and funded by Baaba Maal. The event takes place in the remote town of Podor, which has just 15,000 inhabitants and sits on an island in the Senegal River near the Mauritan

Taiwanese paratrooper training

• 2:16 PM

Paratroopers in the southern city of Pingtung, Taiwan took part in military exercises on Thursday. They used zip lines and virtual reality simulators to perfect their landing technique.

Nigerians press for solar jobs and electricity, with little success

• 2:02 PM

7 min

“We were very excited because we were pioneers,” said Najim Animashaun, managing director of Nova Solar Power, who was working on one of the projects in 2016.

UN says ceasefire in Gaza 'long overdue'

• 11:57 AM

Top officials from the U.S., Qatar and Egypt have resumed their mediation efforts in recent weeks and reported greater willingness by the warring sides to wrap up a deal

2,000-year-old ice rink opens in Croatian seaside city of Pula

• 11:54 AM

For the first time in its two-thousand-year history, the iconic Arena in the Croatian city on the Adriatic coast has been transformed into a Christmas ice rink.

$45 million to boost vaccine production in Senegal

• 10:57 AM

A $45 million investment has been announced to support vaccine production in Senegal

Rio de Janeiro's missing children

• 10:55 AM

The NGO Rio de Paz organised a demonstration on Copacabana beach on Wednesday to demand answers from the government about the violent deaths of children in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Nigerian teen sentenced to death over poultry theft to be pardoned

• 10:20 AM

In 2010, Olowookere and his accomplice, Morakinyo Sunday, were accused of breaking into the home of a police officer armed with a wooden gun and a sword, escaping only with poultry.

France accuses Comoros of 'clandestine plot' to occupy cyclone-hit Mayotte using migrants

• 10:07 AM

Struggling to deal with the aftermath of Cyclone Chido in Mayotte, France spared time to point a finger at Comoros, saying the small Indian Ocean nation was the source of illegal immigration troubling the French department

Ancelotti makes history as Real Madrid win 3-0

• 8:08 AM

Real Madrid beat Mexican team Pachuca 3-0 in the Intercontinental Cup final on Wednesday

Egypt's PM pauses news conference due to dizziness

• 6:52 AM

Egypt’s prime minister was forced to briefly pause a televised news conference on Wednesday after experiencing some dizziness

Several children in Nigeria killed at a fair

• 6:16 AM

Several children have died during a stampede on Wednesday at a funfair in southwestern Nigeria

After the war, Lebanon prepares for Christmas

Wednesday, december 18, 2024

• 9:50 PM

Relieved after the ceasefire that was agreed at the end of November, which ended almost 14 months of war between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanese people celebrated Christmas on Tuesday with markets and parades.

Flights resume in Syria

• 9:47 PM

Syria's first domestic flight since the fall of Bashar al-Assad landed in Aleppo on Wednesday after taking off from the capital Damascus.

Environmental disaster in the Black Sea

• 9:15 PM

Russian regional authorities reported on Tuesday that around 35km of coastline had been contaminated by oil after two ships were badly damaged by storms in the Kerch Strait . A state of emergency has been declared in several districts.

Sea lion makes unusual visit to Ipanema beach

• 9:13 PM

A fur seal appeared on the sand of Rio de Janeiro's iconic Ipanema beach on Wednesday morning.

Iran's president to attend D-8 summit of developing nations in Egypt

• 8:58 PM

The summit takes place amid regional and global tensions including the Israel-Hamas war and the latest developments in Syria.

Ghana's top court dismisses challenge to anti-LGBT bill

• 8:24 PM

The ruling paves the way for the president to sign into law what is one of the continent’s most restrictive pieces of anti-LGBTQ legislation.

Cyclone Chido kills at least 45 people in Mozambique and leaves hundreds injured

• 6:08 PM

Emergency teams working to provide relief to displaced families and assess the full extent of the damage.

Dogs Canine Carnival in Lagos attracts dozens of pet owners

Tuesday, december 17, 2024

Culture • 11:11 AM

The dogs, some of which are in fancy dress, are blessed by a priest and the organisers hope to show the world that Nigeria is a nation that cherishes canines.

Egyptian foreign minister condemns Israeli attacks in Syria

Friday, december 13, 2024

Business • 11:36 AM

The foreign ministers of Egypt and China discussed the situation in Syria during talks on Friday in Beijing.

Beijing accuses US of 'politicising' trade after targeting Huawei again

Business • 11:18 AM

A new bill targeting Chinese telecom equipment makers Huawei and ZTE was passed by Congress on Wednesday. Beijing called the measure protectionism disguised as national security

Cameroon becomes first importer of Dangote's petroleum

Business • 8:27 AM

The first export of 60,000 tonnes of refined petroleum went to Neptune Oil, a major distributor and retailer in Central Africa. The company said it was working with the refiner to establish 'a reliable supply chain that will help stabilize fuel prices and

Ghana's Kente cloth recognized as UNESCO cultural heritage

Culture • 12:13 AM

This global recognition under the 2003 Convention for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage highlights the cultural and historical significance of the vibrant, handwoven textile.

African development bank approves $108 million loan for Zambia

Thursday, december 12, 2024

Business • 5:47 PM

The African Development Bank Group's Board of Directors has approved a $108 million loan to Zambia to enhance the nation's economic governance and implement reforms in essential public sectors.

Burundi 2040: Is Corruption Undermining the Vision? [Business Africa]

Business • 4:11 PM

This week, we explore Burundi's ambitions to become an industrial economy by 2040, Burkina Faso's progress in industrialization through crowdfunding, and the potential of the leather and footwear sector in Nigeria.

Food banks gain popularity as Nigerians grapple with high living costs

Business • 9:41 AM

5 min

With over 30 million Nigerians facing acute hunger, according to the United Nations, food banks — previously uncommon in the country — have become a vital and welcome lifeline.

Morocco Sees Record 15.9 Million Tourists in 2024

Monday, december 9, 2024

Business • 5:52 PM

Morocco received a record 15.9 million tourists in the first 11 months of this year, surpassing the total in the entire previous year

Marrakech festival spotlights tensions animating Morocco's movie industry

Culture • 1:12 PM

7 min

“I am Moroccan. I am gay. And I always have wanted to put the reality of Moroccan gays in cinema,” Taia said, introducing the film at a screening last week.

USA: McKinsey pays fine for corruption in South Africa

Friday, december 6, 2024

Business • 11:47 AM

An African subsidiary of consulting firm McKinsey & Company Inc. will pay a criminal fine of more than $122 million to end a U.S. Justice Department investigation into a years-long bribery scheme of South African officials, U.S. authorities said Thursday.

Africa’s Green Economy: A Job Creation Revolution by 2030 {Business Africa}

Business • 6:31 AM

Africa's Green Economy is set to create 3.3 million jobs by 2030, driven by solar energy and climate-smart agriculture according a report while Zenith Bank Plc launches its Paris branch, a major milestone in its global expansion strategy.

Bitcoin surges past $100,000, marking a major milestone in cryptocurrency’s journey

Thursday, december 5, 2024

Business • 7:47 AM

Analysts view the $100,000 threshold as not just a psychological benchmark but also a signal of Bitcoin’s evolving role in the global financial ecosystem.

Marrakech Film Festival: Moroccan artists honored

Wednesday, december 4, 2024

Culture • 8:50 AM

Currently underway in Morocco, the Marrakech International Film Festival provides many filmmakers with the chance to premiere their films and observe the reactions of cinema industry professionals.

Ramaphosa says G20 to caution itself from Trump's America First policies

Business • 7:12 AM

Ramaphosa reassured about the relevant steps they have taken as a group to caution against Trump's America First approach in his second administration, which starts on Jan. 20.

South Africa poised to take over the leadership of the G20 on Sunday

Friday, november 29, 2024

Business • 8:07 PM

South Africa is poised to take over the leadership of the G20 on Sunday. This is the first time an African country is taking the presidency of a Group of 20 countries.

Nigeria's Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala wins second term as WTO chief

Business • 3:58 PM

Her reappointment comes amid fears of a trade war when US president-elect Donald Trump assumes office in January.

ILO says global wage inequality has declined but many challenges remain

Business • 10:51 AM

Its latest report showed that wage inequality has decreased globally at an annual rate of 0.5 to 1.7 per cent since 2000.

Central African Republic: Shaping diamond's future post-embargo [Business Africa]

Thursday, november 28, 2024

Business • 6:29 PM

This week: the lifting of the diamond embargo in CAR, a turning point for the economy, the GIMPay project reinventing payments in Nigeria, and the challenges of circular textiles in Ghana.

First trailer of Bob Marley biopic 'One Love' unveiled

Tuesday, november 26, 2024

Culture • 10:30 AM

"Bob Marley: One Love" is set for release on January 12, 2024. It follows Robert Nesta Marley's career from his early days to becoming an icon in the 70's.

History of Kongo Kingdom at Tunis' Dream City festival

Culture • 9:59 AM

45-minutes performance 'Missa Luba' revolves around an eponymous Congolese religious music genre, and the semi-fictional story of interactions between the Kongo Kingdom, the Kingdom of Portugal and the Vatican.

Resurgent interest in art of calligraphy in Morocco

Culture • 9:58 AM

Since the Islamic conquest, Moroccan calligraphers relentlessly pursued their craft, despite scarcity of schools to teach the skill and a lack of raw materials. Thanks to efforts and innovation, Moroccan calligraphy is still developing.

Venice Film Festival: 'Io Capitano' tells dreadful journey to Europe of Senegalese migrants

Culture • 9:50 AM

The Belgian-Italian co-production stars Seydou Sarr and Moustapha Fall. It was filmed in Morocco, Italy and Senegal over 13 weeks, with a cast of non-professional actors.

South Africa's refurbished Digital Dome set to open in February 2025

• 8:41 AM

The Johannesburg Planetarium has been transformed into the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome, marking a new chapter for science in South Africa.

Zimbabwe seeks debt restructuring to unlock funding and rebuild economy

Monday, november 25, 2024

Business • 1:49 PM

Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa hosted creditors and finance executives on Monday to discuss plans for clearing the country's $12.7 billion external debt and restructuring arrears.

South Africa: Anti-apartheid author Breyten Breytenbach dies aged 85

Culture • 8:24 AM

Breytenbach is best known for “Confessions of an Albino Terrorist", a book in which he recounts his conviction for treason under the Apartheid's infamous Terrorism Act and his seven years in prison.

Experience the pulse of contemporary art at WEKRE in Ouagadougou

Sunday, november 24, 2024

Culture • 3:22 PM

Ouagadougou, the vibrant capital of Burkina Faso, is buzzing with creativity as it hosts WEKRE, an open-air exhibition that brings contemporary art closer to the community. Meaning "emergence" in the Mooré language, WEKRE aims to make

Kendrick Lamar surprises with new album 'GNX'

Saturday, november 23, 2024

Culture • 2:40 PM

Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present Friday with the surprise drop of a new album.

IMF highlights progress in Egypt’s reforms and global economic updates

Friday, november 22, 2024

Business • 4:31 PM

The IMF highlighted signs of economic stabilization in Argentina following a year of contraction. Leaders are exploring new arrangements to address the country’s $44 billion loan with the Fund.

Kenya cancels airport and energy deals with Adani group after the U.S. indicts the tycoon

Thursday, november 21, 2024

Business • 3:19 PM

President William Ruto in a state of the nation address said the decision was made “based on new information provided by our investigative agencies and partner nations.”

Africa's hight cost of climate change [Business Africa]

Business • 2:00 PM

Climate change-related weather events and conditions are placing disproportionate burdens and risks on Africa. Such events as droughts, floods and cyclones are increasing, leading to massive population displacement and considerable economic losses.

US actress Viola Davis to receive Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award

Culture • 1:27 PM

Golden Globes president Helen Hoehne called Davis a “luminary," and expressed admiration for the actor's dedication to her craft and impact on the industry.

Denzel Washington and wife support son at premiere of 'The Piano Lesson'

Culture • 9:27 AM

The film is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by August Wilson and tells the story of a family as the fight over the sale of an heirloom piano.

US vetoes UN resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza for 4th time

Wednesday, november 20, 2024

Business • 9:55 PM

5 min

The council voted overwhelmingly in favor of the resolution — 14 of its 15 members voted “yes” including U.S. allies Britain and France — but it was doomed by the veto.

EU pledges $96M loan to Cameroon to boost infrastructure

Tuesday, november 19, 2024

Business • 9:02 PM

The European Union pledged Tuesday to lend 91 million euros ($96 million) to Cameroon over the next three years to boost the West African country's infrastructure and attract foreign investment.