Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Moroccan handicraft week merges culture and sport amid AFCON

It includes football-themed works of art while showcasing artisanal Moroccan craftsmanship.

Morocco, Senegal roar to AFCON semis [Football Now]

Brahim Díaz scored again and host Morocco joined Senegal in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Cameroon on Friday

As Sudan marks 1,000 days of conflict, civilians continue to suffer

The United Nations says over 20 million Sudanese require health assistance while 21 million are in desperate need of food.

Ukrainians protest against Russian participation in navy drills in South Africa

Ukrainian immigrants living in Cape Town urged South Africa to stop military cooperation with Moscow.

Uganda: Crowds voice support for the opposition ahead of election

Crowds took to the streets of the outskirts of Kampala days ahead of Uganda's presidential election, voicing their support for opposition candidate Bobi Wine, who is challenging the country's longtime ruler Yoweri Museveni.

Syria: Defense ministry announces ceasefire after days of clashes in Aleppo

Following three days of violence between government forces and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo, Syria’s Defense ministry has announced a ceasefire. There was no immediate comment from the Kurdish-led Syrian democratic forces.

Rare gorilla twins born in conflict-hit Virunga National Park in DR Congo

The park in the Democratic Republic of Congo is Africa's oldest nature reserve.

Vodun Days festivities kick off in Benin’s Ouidah

Vodun is an animist religion rooted in the forces of nature and the connection with ancestors

Minute of silence in Switzerland for victims of Crans-Montana fire

Switzerland paused to honor 40 victims of the Crans-Montana bar fire with a minute of silence. Residents gathered, and flowers were placed at a makeshift memorial.

National day of mourning for 40 killed in Crans-Montana fire

Switzerland held a national day of mourning for 40 people killed in a bar fire during New Year in Crans-Montana. Leaders including Macron attended the memorial.