Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Angola celebrates 50 years of independence with Lourenço calling for “inclusive society”

Angola celebrated the 50th anniversary of its independence with a military parade before the president addressed the nation.

Super Eagles boycott training over unpaid bonuses ahead of 2026 World Cup playoff vs Gabon

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have boycotted their training session in Rabat, Morocco, due to unpaid bonuses, raising concerns just days before their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa play-off semi-final match against Gabon.

Protesters at COP30 climate talks demand a just energy transition

They called for a shift to cleaner energy and away from coal, oil, or natural gas, saying the time has come for action.

Gabon: Sylvia and Noureddin Bongo sentenced to 20 years in jail for embezzlement

The former first lady of Gabon and her son were being tried in absentia on various corruption charges.

Turkish defence firms showcase products at fair in Mali

The BAMEX’25 exhibition in the capital, Bamako, comes as the two countries deepen military ties.

Ndimande brothers charged with murder of South African rapper AKA

Two brothers, Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande, accused in the high-profile killings of South African rapper Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and businessman Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, have been formally charged in Durban.

South Africa starts clinical trials on first locally developed oral cholera vaccine

South Africa's health minister said the vaccine could be approved and ready for use in Africa by 2028.

Tanzania: UN calls for probe into protests killings as hundreds face treason charges

The United Nations human rights chief Volker Türk said there was “an apparent attempt to conceal evidence" of deaths.

Thieves steal ancient statues from Syria’s National Museum of Damascus

An official from Syria’s Directorate-General for Antiquities and Museums said that six marble statues were stolen, adding that an investigation is ongoing

Cristiano Ronaldo says 2026 World Cup ‘definitely’ his last

Cristiano Ronaldo said on Tuesday he expects his record sixth World Cup next year at age 41 will be his last