Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Imane Khelif and Kaylia Nemour return from Olympics to a warm welcome in Algeria

The Algerian gold medalist in women's welterweight boxing flew back to the gas-rich North African nation's capital Monday afternoon along with other Olympic medalists, including gymnast Kaylia Nemour and runner Djamel Sedjati.

US official says Sudan talks will go ahead despite army staying away

Talks brokered by the United States and Saudi Arabia are due to begin on Wednesday. The RSF has confirmed it will attend. A Sudanese government delegation met over the weekend with U.S. officials in Jeddah in an attempt to have the military attend Wedn...

Guinea’s draft constitution made public, limiting leaders to two terms

Due to be voted on before the end of the year, it is expected to pave the way for elections and a return to constitutional rule.

Kenya cult leader Paul Mackenzie on trial for manslaughter

A Kenyan cult leader, Paul Mackenzie, has gone on trial for manslaughter following the deaths of more than 400 of his followers in what is considered one of the deadliest cult tragedies in history.

Tanzania detains opposition leaders over youth day meeting

Police accused Chadema's youth wing of seeking to promote unrest and violence. The party said over 400 people were in detention. Despite relaxing restrictions on political parties, opposition leaders says violations have increased in the run upto the 2...

Kenya tops African medal count at the Paris Olympics 2024

The Paris Olympics have come to an end and for the fourth straight time, the United States has secured the top position with 40 gold medals.
China came in second, also achieving 40 golds but with fewer silver medals. Kenya leads the African medal tall...

Kenya aviation workers to strike over deal with Indian company

Kenya's Workers Aviation Union says the proposed deal with Adani Airport Holdings will result in job losses.

Geneva Conventions: Red Cross says war rulebook ignored in Gaza

In Gaza, hospitals, schools and ambulances have all come under fire, with aid workers, journalists, medics and civilians killed. The Red Cross says the Geneva conventions are needed now more than ever

Paris 2024 Olympics: Imane Khelif files complaint for online harassment

Imane Khelif , Algeria 's flag bearer at the closing ceremony, won gold in the welterweight division on Friday, becoming a new hero in her homeland and drawing global attention to women's boxing .

Sudan’s government says it will not take part in US-backed peace talks

While it made the statement following discussions in Jeddah with US officials, it stopped short of outright rejecting the negotiations.