Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Gabon opposition leader kept behind bars as court rejects appeal

Gabon’s main opposition figure, Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, will remain in detention after an appeals court rejected his bid to invalidate legal proceedings against him. The decision deepens concerns over judicial independence and political freedoms in ...

Senegal: Sonko-Faye split deepens as president asserts authority

Ousmane Sonko, leader of Senegal's ruling party and recently dismissed from his post as prime minister, has stated that his party is now "in a situation of cohabitation"

Zimbabwe’s parliament debates draft bill to extend presidential term

The controversial constitutional amendment bill would also do away with presidential elections, giving parliament the power to appoint the head of state.

Extended bar hours seek to boost businesses during World Cup

State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world’s most-watched sporting event. They want to help businesses and improve fan experiences, particularly for those who may have been priced out of tickets

Vote counting continues in Ethiopia after polls marred by insecurity

The election board said the delays were primarily due to the long queues observed on Monday, despite the extension of voting until midnight.

Haiti celebrates as Woodensky receives visa to join World Cup campaign

After weeks of uncertainty, Haitian footballer Woodensky Pierre has received a U.S. visa to join his national team at the World Cup. For supporters in Haiti, the moment is more than a sporting milestone—it is a symbol of hope for a country facing viole...

US imposes fresh sanctions on M23 and FDLR leaders

The United States has imposed new sanctions on senior figures from the M23 rebel movement and the FDLR militia, escalating pressure on armed groups fueling conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Benin’s new president rebuilding ties with Sahel states

President Romuald Wadagni travelled to both Niger and Burkina Faso on Tuesday after visiting Nigeria on Monday.

Macron and Kagame inaugurate Paris memorial to Rwanda genocide victims

The French president said it placed the 1994 killing of an estimated 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus "at the heart ​of our capital and our history".

Final preparations for French World Cup team before heading to US

President Emmanuel Macron and his wife visiting Les Bleus at their Clairefontaine base on Tuesday to wish the team well as they look win their second title.