Entries by Rédaction Africanews

2024 Paralympic Games: Athletes want to send a message of hope

The Refugee Paralympic Team will be the first delegation to march at the Opening Ceremony taking place along the Champs-Elysees on Aug. 28.

Qatar Airways buys 25% stake in SA’s Airlink, eyes larger presence in African market

“Our investment further demonstrates how integral we see Africa being to our business’ future," the CEO of the Qatari state-owned carried said.

Greek authorities detain migrants on the southern island of Crete as smugglers seek new routes

The migrants, from Syria, Egypt, Sudan, and Bangladesh, included six children and arrived before dawn on the tiny island of Gavdos, near Crete’s southern coast, local officials said.

United Nations says a record number of aid workers were killed in 2023

Amid ongoing fighting in various parts of the world, the UN warns that 2024 could be even deadlier for humanitarian workers.

After changes in a few services, the Paralympic village is ready to hosts its athletes

4,400 athletes will compete in 22 sports across various emblematic venues such as the Chateau de Versailles. An unprecedented outdoor opening ceremony will kick off the Paralympics on August 28.

UK: Mother stabbed to death, two others critically injured in Manchester knife attack

Mother-of-four, 43, stabbed to death in Manchester knife attack

Antony Blinken in Egypt seeking progress on Gaza ceasefire deal

The discussions are part of the latest effort to broker a Gaza ceasefire and hostage-release deal between Israel and Palestinian group, Hamas.

Uganda strengthens border surveillance to prevent Mpox outbreak

Now, Uganda is in touch with WHO to access potential life-saving mpox vaccines, as part of the country's preparedness and response plan against the viral disease.

Motorcycles providing employment and traffic chaos in Kampala

About half of the estimated 700,000 boda-bodas operate in Kampala, mostly driven by men who say there are no other jobs for them.

A few Democratic delegates protest against US arms sales to Israel

The Democratic National Convention comes less than a week after United States President Joe Biden’s administration approved a $20 billion arms sale to Israel.