Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Morocco farmers saw hope in rain, but Mideast war inflates production costs

After years of drought, Moroccan farmers looked forward to an abundant harvest this year. Heavy rains over the winter saw parched landscapes turn green and farmers went back to their fields. But their hopes were quickly shattered when fuel and fertilis...

USA: MomoCon in Atlanta unites 65,000 fans for a huge geek culture fest

MomoCon opened this week in Atlanta, with organisers expecting around 65,000 gamers, anime fans and cosplayers to attend one of the country’s biggest celebrations of geek culture, providing a major boost to local businesses.

Lebanon opens seafront tent camp in Beirut as Israeli strikes displace 1 million

Lebanon has opened a large tent camp on the seafront in Beirut to shelter civilians displaced by Israeli bombardment and fighting linked to Hezbollah, as more than one million people have now been forced from their homes.

Locals in DR Congo first thought Ebola cases were caused by witchcraft

Witnesses in Ituri province say the first cases appeared in mid-April, weeks before the outbreak was declared by officials and the World Health Organization.

Senegal sheep prices surge ahead of Tabaski amid Mali crisis

Senegal’s livestock markets are facing a shortage of sheep just days before Tabaski, as insecurity in neighbouring Mali disrupts a key supply route and pushes prices sharply higher.

Ukraine strike on Starobilsk dormitory kills four in occupied Luhansk

Ukrainian drone strike on a college dorm in Russian‑occupied Starobilsk killed four and wounded at least 35, while Russian drones also hit residential areas in Kherson.

Trump comments spark speculation about his intentions towards Cuba

Donald Trump suggested on Thursday that previous US presidents have mulled intervening in Cuba for decades. But he told reporters: ‘it looks like I’ll be the one that does it.’

Logistical issues delay evacuation of Ghanaians from South Africa

More than 800 people registered for help to return to Ghana during a recent wave of anti-immigrant protests across the country.

Saudi Arabia holds annual Hajj security parade ahead of pilgrimage season

With Hajj getting underway next week, Saudi Arabia held its annual security parade in Mecca. The event showcases the kingdom's emergency response capabilities and featured police units, civil defence teams, emergency medical responders, and others.

Mali Eid celebrations dimmed by insecurity, shortages and surging costs

Since late April, fighters from Al-Qaeda's Sahel branch have imposed a road blockade on the main routes into Bamako, torching dozens of buses and freight trucks.