Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Qatar shuts down two energy facilities after being damaged in Iranian strikes

It halted production of liquefied natural gas on Monday sending prices skyrocketing and has also paused production of downstream natural gas products.

France to deploy aircraft carrier to Mediterranean to protect shipping

As energy prices soar following the United States and Israel’s war on Iran, the French president said it will help secure maritime routes.

Spain: From AI assistants to humanoid robots, 5G dominates MWC Barcelona

Spain’s MWC in Barcelona showcases real-world AI and 5G, from humanoid robots to connected ambulances.

Lebanon counts dead and wounded as Israeli airstrikes batter Beirut

Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut and southern Lebanon on 3 March 2026 as the conflict with Hezbollah and Iran widened, leaving dozens dead, many injured, and shelters overwhelmed.

Israeli strike hits Beirut hotel as Israel-Hezbollah clashes escalate

Israeli strikes hit a Beirut hotel and areas southeast of the city, killing several people as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire amid a widening regional conflict.

At least six dead after a mine shaft collapses in eastern DR Congo

The accident took place in Rubaya, scene of another fatal incident in February in which at least 200 people died.

West African states to create new force to fight jihadists in region

Sources say the initial aim is to have around 2,000 troops ready to fight "terrorism and insecurity" across West Africa.

Boat capsize off Libya highlights deadly Mediterranean migration route

Emergency teams are recovering victims after a migrant boat capsized off the coast near Derna, between Al-Tamimi and Umm Al-Razm in Libya, once again underscoring the dangers of the Central Mediterranean migration route.

Somalia’s drought leaves 6.5 million on brink of hunger crisis, says ICRC

Somalia is teetering on the brink of a worsening humanitarian emergency, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), which warns that 6.5 million people are facing acute hunger as prolonged drought devastates livelihoods.

New campaign promotes CAF head Motsepe to lead South Africa’s ANC – but who’s behind it?

A new online campaign is promoting South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe as the next head of the ruling African National Congress.