Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Lamuka opposition coalition warns against ‘two‑tier democracy’ in DR Congo

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the opposition is sharply criticizing what it calls a “two‑tier democracy” after a pro‑UDPS march in Kinshasa reignited debate over U.S. sanctions and a possible constitutional reform that could open the door to a t...

South African police find human remains inside crocodile airlifted out of river

A South African police captain is being praised for “extraordinary bravery” after he was lowered into a crocodile‑infested river to help recover human remains during a high‑risk operation on Sunday.

Zambia says US health funding talks stalled over minerals, data terms

Zambia's government has said that talks on a US health funding deal stalled due to contentious terms linked to proposed critical minerals deals and data sharing concerns.

Sudan accuses UAE, Ethiopia of Khartoum airport drone strikes

A drone launched by Sudan 's paramilitary forces targeted the airport in the capital of Khartoum on Monday but was shot down before it could hit the target, airport officials said. Sudan accused Ethiopia of being involved in the attack.

Amnesty accuses ADF fighters of war crimes in eastern DR Congo

Amnesty International on Tuesday accused militants in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo linked to the Islamic State (IS) group of "rampant" war crimes and crimes against humanity.

South African police officer’s crocodile retrieval sparks applause for bravery

A South African police captain is being praised for “extraordinary bravery” after he was lowered into a crocodile‑infested river to help recover human remains during a high‑risk operation on Sunday.

Pilgrims cautiously return to Tunisia’s Ghriba synagogue after 2023 attack

Despite concerns, some pilgrims say the reality on the ground is reassuring, pointing to a welcoming atmosphere and strong security presence.

SA: Captain’s crocodile retrieval sparks applause for bravery

A South African police captain is being praised for “extraordinary bravery” after he was lowered into a crocodile‑infested river to help recover human remains during a high‑risk operation on Sunday.

Cautious return of pilgrims to Tunisia’s Djerba synagogue

Despite concerns, some pilgrims say the reality on the ground is reassuring, pointing to a welcoming atmosphere and strong security presence.