Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Freed Russian opposition speaks after recent prison swap with U.S.

A Russian opposition politician released in the recent East-West prisoner swap thanked his supporters in a live stream on Sunday and vowed to continue promoting his anti-war position to people in Russia.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Kipyegon recovers from his jostling with Tsegay

Kenya's Faith Kipyegon began her quest for a third consecutive Olympic 1,500m title on Tuesday, turning the page on an eventful evening that ultimately ended with a medal for her.

ICC’s bi-annual review of Darfur crimes delivered to UN Council

On Monday, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court Karim Khan addressed the United Nations Security Council in New York to deliver his bi-annual report on Darfur.

Ukraine denies involvement in Mali attack, says cutting ties ‘short-sighted’

The West African nation announced on Sunday it was immediately ending relations with Ukraine following comments from Ukraine's military spy agency regarding the late July clashes in northern Mali.

Kamala Harris formally becomes Democratic presidential nominee

Harris’ coronation caps a chaotic period for Democrats prompted by President Joe Biden’s disastrous June debate performance against Donald Trump

Kaylia Nemour shines as Algeria’s first Olympic gold in gymnastics

At just 17 years old, Kaylia Nemour made history on Sunday, August 4th, by becoming the first African to win an Olympic medal in women's artistic gymnastics on the uneven bars.

Tunisian President Saied ready to run in October election

Saied submitted 242,224 signatures from registered voters to qualify for inclusion on the Oct. 6 ballot in the North African nation.

Chad’s military responsible for deaths of 2022 protests detainees

Chad's military was responsible for the deaths of several detainees arrested following protests in October 2022, Human Rights Watch said Tuesday.

At least 13 killed after deadly landslide in southern Ethiopia

“Children are among the dead," said Fola. “We have now evacuated more than 300 people as a precaution and in anticipation of yet another likely major landslide."

Iran and Russia discuss key issues during Shoigu’s visit

Iran's state news agency, IRNA, reports that Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of Russia's Security Council, arrived in Tehran on Monday to discuss various bilateral and international matters.