Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Russian military trainers arrive in Niger as relations deteriorate with the US

The arrival of Russian trainers followed a call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the country’s military leaders in March. Niger's military leaders are seeking to diversify their partnerships and achieve greater sovereignty, the broadcast sa...

Paris 2024: Track and field to become first sport to pay prize money at Olympics

The modern Olympics originated as an amateur sports event and the International Olympic Committee does not award prize money. However, many medalists receive payments from their countries’ governments, national sports bodies or from sponsors.

Climate-smart seeds cultivate hope for Kenya’s agricultural future

Dubbed "Nyota", meaning "star" in Kiswahili, these climate-smart beans signify more than just agricultural resilience; they symbolize a beacon of hope for a sustainable future amidst the challenges posed by climate change

Addressing Nigeria’s Mental Health Challenge Amidst Economic Hardship

Mental health experts have warned the free fall of the naira and an alarming surge in the cost of living is having an impact on anger, anxiety, stress and depression in the country

Mali’s junta bans media from reporting on political activities

Mali's ruling junta on Thursday banned the media from reporting on the activities of political parties and associations.

South Sudanese parties adopt code of conduct ahead of December elections

The UN Mission in the country (UNMISS), supported on April 4th, a forum hosted by South Sudan's reconstituted Political Parties Council, as part of efforts to galvanize consensus and political will among parties to the 2018 peace deal.

Sexual assaults rise in conflict-hit Central African Republic

Since 2020, incidents have jumped from about 9,200 reported cases to 25,500, according to cases tracked by the United Nations and partners. The alleged perpetrators of gender-based violence include everyone, from bandits to U.N. peacekeepers and foreig...

Coltan: at the heart of DRC-Rwanda tensions [Business Africa]

This week's highlights: Rwanda leads coltan exports in 2023, ahead of the DRC; Tanzanian Tourism: Balancing Accessibility and Technology, and in Kenya, Purple Tea sparks a new wave of prosperity in plantations.

Colonialism: London art exhibit explores Britain’s imperialist past

A new solo exhibition by British artist Yinka Shonibare in London explores Britain's imperialist past.

Many displaced as floods wreak havoc in Kenya

Kenya's meteorological department had warned the country was set to experience very heavy rainfall and asked people to prepare for floods