Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Kenya floods: Nairobi residents grapple with aftermath

As rain continues to batter Kenya, residents in the capital Nairobi grappled on Wednesday with the aftermath of severe flooding.

Arab League deplores US veto denying Palestine full UN membership

“The current events and ongoing developments have proven that in the Palestinian case, there is no alternative for a sustainable political solution that guarantees all the legitimate rights for the Palestinian people and the acknowledgment of their ind...

Cote d’Ivoire health workers bike to combat malaria in villages

As the global progress against malaria slows down, the World Health Organization is using World Malaria Day 2024 to reignite efforts against the disease, which claims around half a million children annually.

Rwanda: Inside the Kigali hotel set to receive expelled UK migrants

"We have the ground for entertainment, we have a mini football ground, basketball combined with volleyball. We have the live kitchen, or outside kitchen, to serve those who will not be consuming the food prepared, they will be having a right to prepar...

Ghana’s vice President, Bawumia meets Pope Francis in historic Vatican visit

The discussions, centered on enhancing the already positive relationship between the Holy city and Ghana. The historic encounter unfolded at the Vatican's Paul VI Hall, marking a milestone in diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

Kenya: Local anti malaria drug production signals progress

"If we get more investment in manufacturing of medicines and essential medicines, including antimalarial, where the problem is, then we are likely to be more effective in addressing the problem, instead of relying heavily on importation of medicines. A...

Burkina Faso soldiers massacred over 200 civilians in a day, Human Rights Watch says

The events unfolded on February 25th, with the village of Soro bearing witness to the loss of 179 lives, while 44 others perished in the neighbouring village of Nondin.

Paris 2024 Olympics: exhibit looks at political history on Olympic stage

A new exhibit in Paris is taking a look at the social and political history of the last 30 Olympiads ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games.

Climate change is bringing malaria to new areas

The malaria parasite mostly spreads to people via infected mosquitoes and can cause symptoms including fever, headaches and chills. It mostly affects children under 5 and pregnant women.

European leaders laud tougher migration policies but more people die on treacherous sea crossings

Human rights organizations have for years warned that tougher policies and police crackdowns are not deterring migration but driving desperate people to attempt life-threatening journeys across treacherous waters.