Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Congo president says Africa cannot stay silent on Russia-Ukraine war

Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso says he believes that Africa cannot "remain silent" in the face of the conflict in Ukraine.

Brazil’s Vinicius to feature in friendly against Guinea

It is the 22-year-old's first international call up since being racially abused in a La Liga game at Valencia in May.

Traditional Tunisian bagpipes make a comeback

The traditional Tunisian instrument known as "mizwad" is making a comeback and influencing a new generation of artists

Cape Verde gears up for the future with new tech park

Cape Verde's new technological park is open for business near the capital, Praia

Effects of Ugandan Anti-LGBT law: Emptying HIV clinics

In the Ugandan capital of Kampala, the usually buzzing HIV/AIDS treatment center is almost empty days after parliament enacted a controversial anti-gay law. According to staff, the usual daily influx of approximately 50 patients has dried up, antiretro...

Nigeria: Security forces detain suspended central bank chief

Nigeria's security services have detained the country's suspended central bank chief as part of an investigation into his office, the national domestic security agency said on Saturday.

Uganda: Ban on charcoal-making disrupts lucrative but destructive business

Uganda has long struggled to protect its forests, amid a population explosion that fuels demand for plant-based energy sources perceived as cheap, especially charcoal.

Malians in the Ivory Coast mobilize to vote in new referendum

Malians residing in the Ivory Coast are mobilizing to participate in a new referendum on June 18th to adopt a new constitution in Mali.

South Africa: legal stay extended for thousands of Zimbabweans

Tens of thousands of Zimbabwean nationals working in South Africa who were facing deportation when their work permits expire at the end of June have been given a temporary reprieve after South African authorities extended the deadline on Thursday.

Egypt’s Al Ahly wins African Champions League against defending champion Wydad

Egypt's Al Ahly won the African Champions League on Sunday for a record-extending 11th continental club title as a late header by defender Mohamed Abdelmonem wrestled the crown away from defending champion Wydad at its home stadium in Morocco.