Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Burna Boy to make Nollywood debut /in /by

The ‘African Giant’ crooner is set to make his debut as an executive producer in Black Mic Mac’s upcoming movie ‘3 Cold Dishes.’

DRC: Ally of President Tshisekedi elected head of parliament /in /by

Vital Kamerhe was elected president of the national assembly Wednesday, ending months of bickering and a threat by the President to dissolve parliament

Kenyan climber Cheruiyot Kirui found dead on Mt Everest /in /by

“We have received a report that the research and rescue team have found the body of the Kenyan climber, while his guide remains missing. ..."

Rwanda’s president defends his country’s refugee track record /in /by

Addressing the Global Security Forum, Paul Kagame said his country has provided a "safe haven" for refugees for many years.

Iran’s supreme leader predicts Israel’s elimination as Hamas leader offers condolences /in /by

Haniyeh was in Tehran to attend the funeral of Iran's late President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, who died in a helicopter crash along with six others. Offering his condolences, Haniyeh expressed solidarity with the Irani...

Tunisia sentences journalists to a year in prison for criticizing the government /in /by

The sentences come less than two weeks after both were arrested. They are among a broader group of journalists, activists and lawyers charged under Decree 54, a law criminalizing the dissemination of "fake news" aimed at harming public safety or nation...

Greece frees Egyptians accused of causing deadly shipwreck /in /by

A group of Egyptians jailed for nearly a year on suspicion of causing a deadly shipwreck have been released from prison in southern Greece, a day after a court threw out the case against them on grounds that it had no jurisdiction to try it

Ademola Lookman’s hat-trick gives Atalanta the Europa League title /in /by

The London-born Nigerian forward scored all three goals in the Italian team's 3-0 win over German side, Bayer Leverkusen.

Biden hosts Kenya’s William Ruto to strengthen tech cooperation /in /by

During the state visit, which began with a meeting between American and Kenyan tech leaders, the two presidents discussed ways to leverage their countries' strengths

All you need to know about the upcoming UK general election /in /by

The Conservatives, in power since 2010, face criticism over various controversies, while Labour strives to overcome its reputation for irresponsible spending.