Entries by Rédaction Africanews

DRC: Bleak Ramadan for displaced Muslims in the east

Some 500 displaced Muslims, fleeing attacks by M23 rebels, now live in the Munigi camp in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The local imam concedes that observing Ramadan in an environment where access to food and water is severely limited ...

Kenyans must obey rule of law – President Ruto

Speaking in Berlin, Germany, Tuesday (Mar. 28), Kenya’s president urged fellow Kenyans "to respect the rule of law". He also vowed action against "all those involved in criminal activity."

Kenya opposition leader blames president for violence during demonstrations

Kenya opposition leader, Raila Odingo, said he did not imagine the state would respond with violence to the ongoing protests over the high cost of living.

Calls for calm and dialogue in Kenya following Monday’s protests

On Monday, police fired tear gas to disperse opposition demonstrators in Nairobi and in the western town of Kisumu where one person was killed

Libya: EU refutes UN accusations on migrants

The European Union on Tuesday defended its record of helping migrants in Libya, after UN-backed investigators accused the 27-nation bloc of encouraging human rights abuses and other crimes in this North African country.

Freed “Hotel Rwanda” hero arrives in Qatar

Rwandan opposition figure and "Hotel Rwanda" hero, Paul Rusesabagina, has arrived in Qatar following his release on Friday after over 900 days in prison.

Algeria qualifies for next Africa Cup of Nations

Algeria qualified for the next Africa Cup of Nations after beating Niger 2-1 on Monday; Algeria tops Group F with 12 points

South Africa: Police search for rapist they thought was dead

South African police announced on Monday that they were looking for a fugitive serial killer and rapist, whom they thought had been dead since May 2022 and the discovery of a charred corpse in his prison cell in Bloemfontein, where he was serving his s...

25 African songs that made it to Kamala Harris’ playlist on African visit

Harris' playlist showcases her appreciation for the diverse and vibrant music scene across the African continent and highlights some of the best musical talents from Tanzania, Ghana, and Zambia.