Entries by Rédaction Africanews

History of presidential assassination attempts in America /in /by

Before Saturday’s apparent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, there have been multiple instances of political violence targeting U.S. presidents, former presidents and major party presidential candidates.

Congo says may need UN peacekeepers to stay to deter Rwanda /in /by

President Felix Tshisekedi last September demanded the withdrawal of peacekeepers, accusing them of refusing to confront Rwanda-backed rebels. But foreign minister Therese Kayikwamba Wagner said that the situation in the east of the country was not con...

Trump assassination attempt: What we know about the 20-year-old suspect /in /by

The man identified as the shooter in the apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was a 20-year-old from a Pittsburg suburb not far from the campaign rally where one attendee was killed.

Rescuers race to find survivors of Nigeria school collapse /in /by

Dozens of villagers gathered near the school, some weeping and others offering to help, as excavators combed through the debris from the part of the building that had caved in

Rwanda prepares to vote in poll expected to be swept by Kagame /in /by

Paul Kagame, who is running virtually unopposed after three decades in power in the east African nation, appears set to extend his long presidency in Monday's vote

Donald Trump injured after attempted assassination at campaign rally /in /by

One attendee was killed and two spectators were critically injured, authorities said. All were identified as men. The Secret Service said it killed the suspected shooter

$35 million investment to boost food security in East Africa /in /by

This investment is expected to have a substantial impact on both Kenya and Uganda by improving access to the raw milk market for smallholder farmers. Pearl Dairy Farms' robust Dairy Development Program, supported by IFC, will benefit over 15,000 local ...

Spain sharpen claws for Euro 2024 glory against England /in /by

Both teams had topped their groups, Spain the only side to win all three games as they claimed first place in Group B thanks to victories against Croatia (3-0), Italy and Albania (both 1-0). England were first in Group C despite winning only one game, ...

Hamas still insisting on written guarantees in ongoing cease-fire talks /in /by

Ahmed Abdul-Hadi, the head of Hamas’ political office in Lebanon, said Hamas has been “flexible” on some points but continues to insist that “negotiations must continue to achieve a permanent ceasefire"

Messi’s Argentina and James-led Colombia set for Copa America final showdown /in /by

Argentina secured their place in the final with a 2-0 victory over Canada on Tuesday, thanks to goals from Julián Álvarez and Messi. The Albiceleste have now won 10 consecutive matches and are aiming for a record 16th Copa America title