Entries by Rédaction Africanews

One year after Komanda massacre, survivors call for peace and protection

Despite the trauma, daily life is gradually returning to Komanda. Markets and shops have reopened, and residents say security has improved, with increased patrols by police and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo, known as the FARDC.

Central figure of Black Art Movement Betye Saar dies aged 99

Artist Betye Saar, whose work reflects Black identity, culture and spirituality, died Sunday morning in Los Angeles at 99.

Guinean court acquits police colonel in 2009 stadium massacre case

Seven other defendants received prison sentences ranging from several years to life imprisonment, while three military suspects remain fugitives.

Businesses in Lagos try to stay afloat as fuel prices soar

Lagos is almost six thousand kilometres from the Strait of Hormuz but the ongoing conflict in Iran is hitting the Nigerian city hard. Electricity almost never comes and the rising price of fuel is bringing many businesses to a near standstill.

Chad announces plans to withdraw from International Criminal Court

Chad became on Monday the latest country to announce plans to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), complaining the tribunal's effectiveness was "limited and uneven" and its activities were focused on Africa.

South Africa’s President calls for African nations to work together on migration

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called on Monday for African countries to work together to manage migration, as his government faces mounting pressure over attacks on foreign nationals.

Iran: Tehran slams Ukraine over Caspian sea attacks

Iran on Monday had scathing words for Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, after he announced that Kyiv had struck vessels linked to Iran in the Caspian Sea.

Iran: Tehran slams Ukrain over Caspian sea attacks

Iran on Monday had scathing words for Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, after he announced that Kyiv had struck vessels linked to Iran in the Caspian Sea.

Nigeria: At least 30 dead in Kaduna State attack early Monday

Locals in Kaduna State say that at least 30 people were killed when armed men attacked a village in the area early Monday.

Nigeria seizes thousands of kilograms of drugs as trafficking concerns grow

Authorities say criminal networks are using Nigeria's strategic ports, airports and commercial infrastructure to conceal and transport illicit substances, posing risks not only to public security but also to the country's reputation as a regional trade...