Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Pope Francis: “War is a deception”

The two-day meeting has been organised by the 'Fratelli tutti' foundation and will consist of 12 thematic tables set up in different locations in Rome, such as the Palazzo de Campidoglio and the Vatican's Chancellery.

Mali national dialogue recommends junta rule extension

A major part of the opposition boycotted the dialogue, accusing the army officers of exploiting it to stay in power.

Somalia requests UN to end political mission as Al-Shabab attacks increase

The request for mission termination comes amidst intensified attacks by al-Shabab, prompting international efforts to bolster Somalia's security capabilities. In mid-February, the United States announced plans to build up to five military bases for the...

UN Civil society conference in Nairobi ends with calls for collaboration

The Conference took place ahead of the Summit of the Future, which will bring delegations from all over the globe to UN Headquarters in New York this September to agree a roadmap of bold multilateral actions aimed at ensuring a fairer, safer and more s...

Mbappe confirms he will leave PSG at the end of the season

The France World Cup winner, who is out of contract in June, announced he will not be renewing his deal with PSG in a video released on social media site X.

Sudan: UN chief denounces blockade of humanitarian corridors by belligerents

Speaking at a news briefing during the United Nations Civil Society Conference in Nairobi, Guterres said the UN stood in "solidarity" with flood-hit Kenya and promised to continue to help with relief efforts

Niger: Court session on lifting of Bazoum’s presidential immunity postponed

According to Niger Bar Association, the postponement of the case till June 7 will allow “an adversarial debate at the trial” so that “the right to defense can be fully ensured”,

Africa: New study suggests climate change could mean declining malaria risk

Researchers predict that the hot and dry conditions brought about by climate change will lead to an overall decrease in areas suitable for malaria transmission from 2025 onwards.

Sudan’s descent into chaos sets stage for al-Qaida to make a return to historic stronghold

"Sudan's moment has come; chaos is our chance to sow the seeds of jihad," warned Abu Hudhaifa al-Sudani, a high-ranking al-Qaida leader, in an October 2022 manifesto.

South African president labels party’s burning flag campaign Ad as treason

The Democratic Alliance has come up with controversial ads in past elections but critics say burning the flag — for many a symbol of their liberation from apartheid goes too far...