Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Ugandan TikToker jailed for insulting President Museveni

“This court hopes that by the time the convict leaves prison, he will have learned that abusing people in the name of creating content is unacceptable,”

Tens of thousands rally in New Zealand in support of Māori rights

They were protesting against a proposed law that will reshape the country’s founding treaty between the Indigenous people and the British Crown.

Ghana overtakes Nigeria in U.S. visa overstay rates, new report reveals

The comprehensive analysis sheds light on individuals who remained in the United States beyond their authorized stay without a recorded departure or an approved visa extension.

Pro-palestinian demonstrators protest in Rio de Janeiro as G20 summit unfolds

Protesters took to the streets of Rio de Janeiro, where the G20 summit is taking place, calling for an end to the war in Gaza and for the Brazilian government to sever ties with Israel.

Somaliland opposition leader wins presidential poll

Garowe Online reports the Electoral Commission as saying Abdirahman Cirro won 64 per cent of the vote.

Ramaphosa calls for peaceful resolution to illegal miner standoff

He said described the situation as precarious but urged the police to respect the miners’ rights and not put their lives at risk.

Climate crisis takes centre stage at G20 summit in Brazil

On Tuesday, G20 leaders are expected to discuss sustainable development and the transition to cleaner energy.

Tanzania building collapse: Rescue efforts continue as govt vows stern action

Rescue efforts at the site of a building collapse that killed at least 16 people in Tanzania’s commercial capital entered a third day on Monday.

Russia vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in Sudan

Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution Monday calling for an immediate cease-fire in the war between Sudan's military and paramilitary forces and delivery of humanitarian aid to millions in desperate need.

Liberia seeks to address agricultural data needs and bridge the gaps

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is providing technical assistance to Liberia to address country’s data needs and bridging the data gaps – especially in locations where collecting statistical data is not easy, due to ad...