Entries by Rédaction Africanews

DRC, Liberia among five new non-permanent UN Security Council members

The United Nations Security Council welcomed Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Latvia and Liberia, as its five new non-permanent members for the 2026-2027 period.

Israeli recognition of Somaliland is a ‘calculated distraction,’ Somali diplomat says

Somalia's ambassador the United Nations said Israel's move aimed to distract from its war in Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank.

A displaced grandmother and her grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire

A fire broke out in the tent sheltering Amal Abu al-Khair and her family while her son was cooking dinner.

Tunisia: Swimmers celebrate New Year with plunge in cold sea

Tunisian sports and medical associations have made it a habit to organise the "Ghatssa," a swim in the cold sea waters on the first day of the new year.

Four people trapped after Nairobi building collapses, rescue operations ongoing

The Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team was at the scene “managing the situation.”Among those trapped are two watchmen and two pedestrians.

Sudan train before facing Senegal in Africa Cup of Nations

The day before they go up against Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, Sudan geared up by training in Tangiers. The team, which last won the tournament in 1970, has never won against 2021 champions Senegal.

Thousands flock to southern Nigeria for Calabar Carnival

Thousands of revellers gathered in southern Nigeria for the latest edition of the Calabar Carnival. The festival sees vibrant outfits, music and dancing fill the streets of Cross River State.

Israel’s decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says

Israel’s announcement that it is suspending more than two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, one of the organisations has said.

Israel’s decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says

Israel’s announcement that it is suspending more than two dozen aid groups will have a devastating impact on their services in Gaza, one of the organisations has said.

Venus Williams to return to Australian Open

Five years after her last appearance at the tournament, Venus Williams is set to compete in the Australian Open which gets underway later this month. At the age of 45, Williams is to become the oldest woman to compete in the tournament.