Entries by Rédaction Africanews

DR Congo knock Egypt out of AFCON with penalty shootout win

It was the eighth consecutive Africa Cup match that Egypt failed to win in normal time including the previous tournament.

Blessing of same-sex couples: Case of Africa is “special” Pope says

With the Pope's approval, the president of the African bishops said on January 11th that blessings for same-sex couples wouldn’t be carried out on the continent where many countries criminalize homosexuality.

Auction to sell Mandela’s personal items suspended

The auction, titled "Mandela, The Auction SUSPENDED," was abruptly stopped without an explanation. The decision comes in response to public outcry in South Africa.

AFCON 2023: Morocco boss Walid Regragui cleared to return after Caf lift ban

The Confederation of African Football said Sunday it had partially upheld the appeal filed by the Moroccan federation against Regragui's four-game ban — with two suspended — for his part in the heated scenes at the end of the team's match against Congo...

Egypt criticizes western countries’ decision to cut funding to UN agency in Gaza

The foreign minister deemed it unacceptable to diminish UNRWA's capacity to fulfill its responsibilities due to the actions of certain individuals. He emphasized that holding the entire agency responsible for the actions of a few is unwarranted, given ...

Gabon: Nomination of former president of Constitutional court sparks controversy

Can a figure who is considered by some Gabonese as part of the Bongo era system hold a key position, be it honorary?
The issue has divided the central African nation for days.

What is ECOWAS and why have 3 coup-hit nations quit the West Africa bloc?

It's the first time in the bloc's nearly 50 years of existence that its members are withdrawing in such a manner. Analysts say it's an unprecedented blow to the group and a further threat to the region's stability.

South Africa pays homage to slain journalists in Gaza

During the vigil, attendees, including journalists, discussed the challenges faced by reporters, touching upon the concept of objectivity. Deshnee Subramany, the organizer of the vigil, emphasized the impact of the ongoing conflict on journalists' abil...

Thousands flee as Israeli troops advance in southern Gaza City of Khan Yunis

As the conflict escalates in the southern Gaza City of Khan Yunis, thousands of Palestinians are evacuating towards Rafah near the Egyptian border, carrying whatever belongings they can.

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, accusing Bloc of ‘Inhumane’ Sanctions

The military juntas in West African nations Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger jointly announced their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States on Sunday.