Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Niger: French embassy closure reactions

After months stuck in limbo, the French embassy in Niger shut its doors for the last time on January 2, marking an end to the five-month stand-off between the country's new leaders and Paris.

SA army dismisses ex-officer’s threat to remove president

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has swiftly distanced itself from alarming statements made by a former commander, Sylvester Mangolele, who recently surfaced in a video circulating widely on social media.

Earthquakes in Japan leave at least 62 dead, others trapped

Aftershocks continued to shake Ishikawa prefecture and nearby areas two days after a magnitude 7.6 temblor slammed the area. The first 72 hours are considered crucial to save lives after disasters.

Congo declares state of emergency over devastating floods and landslides

more than 360 villages and 36 districts were flooded throughout the country, affecting more than 320,000 people, At l east 17 people have died and six people missing. Urban planners are concerned by the scale of the phenomenon, and are calling for coll...

UN holds emergency meeting on Red Sea Security amid escalating Houthi attacks

In response to the escalating situation, several commercial cargo companies have adjusted their operations, diverting ships away from the Red Sea. Instead, they opt for a longer route around the southern tip of Africa, bypassing the Red Sea's access to...

Ugandan helicopter gunship crashes into house

The abrupt and fatal collision has left the community in shock, prompting urgent investigations into the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident.

Afro-Cuban priests’ prophecies for 2024

Afro-Cuban priests of the Yoruba religion have foretold illnesses, ruptures and violence for 2024.

Emergency U.N. Meeting on Red Sea Security Amid Escalating Houthi Attacks

In response to the escalating situation, several commercial cargo companies have adjusted their operations, diverting ships away from the Red Sea. Instead, they opt for a longer route around the southern tip of Africa, bypassing the Red Sea's access to...

Sierra Leone charges ex-president’s guard and 11 others over failed coup

The incident, which occurred on November 26, saw a brazen attack by gunmen on various key locations in Sierra Leone.

Egypt stands firm with Somalia in face-off against Ethiopia

Somalia, which considers Somaliland part of its territory, condemned the agreement as an act of "aggression" and a violation of its sovereignty.