Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Niger: “content” of transition “agreed” before ECOWAS opinion

The Togolese Minister of Foreign Affairs in mediation in Niamey affirmed Thursday to have "agreed on the content" and "timing of the transition" in Niger with the Prime Minister of this country led by a military regime since a coup d'état, before the n...

Rwanda eases nightlife restrictions for festive season

Rwanda's government has eased operating restrictions for bars, nightclubs, and entertainment venues, marking a significant shift just in time for the festive season.

Santa Claus Makes a Splash at uShaka Marine World in Durban, South Africa

uShaka Marine World, situated on Durban's Golden Mile, spans 16 hectares and draws 1.5 million visitors annually. Known for its world-class entertainment theme park and premier attractions, the marine park boasts the Southern Hemisphere’s largest aquar...

Senegal: Supporters of Sonko react to court ruling clearing his bid

A Dakar court ordered Thursday (Dec. 14) the reinstatement of Sonko on the electoral roll, clearing one hurdle off his path to the 2024 presidential election that has so far been strewn with pitfalls.

Genocide in Rwanda: civil parties denounce the “lies” by Munyemana

During the ongoing trial in Paris of retired doctor Sosthène Munyemana, accused of genocide and crimes against humanity during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, his defense has been characterized as a web of deceit.

Prominent Mozambican journalist murdered

As the co-owner and editor of Ponto por Ponto, a privately owned online weekly newspaper, Chamusse was an influential figure known for contributing critical commentary on the government via a local TV station.

Chad: a referendum to end military rule in 2024

On December 17, more than eight million Chadians will vote in a referendum on a new constitution, according to the National Commission in charge of organizing the constitutional referendum.

South Africa security forces ramp up clampdown on illegal miners

On Thursday (Dec. 14), dozens of army and police searched shacks, seizing mining equipment in the Soul City settlement near Kagiso, west of Johannesburg, AFP reporters saw.

Somali education champion wins UN refugee prize

Abdullahi Mire, 36, was hailed for championing the right to education by putting 100,000 books in the hands of children in Kenya's crowded Dadaab refugee camps.