Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Morocco reels in aftermath of violent clashes between protesters and police

After two people were shot during clashes in Leqliaa on Wednesday night, inhabitants assessed the damage in cities like Oujda, where protests had also turned violent.

Six countries encourage peaceful dialogue in Madagascar crisis

Anti-government protesters in Madagascar declared a "strategic pause" on Thursday, pausing a week of youth-led demonstrations as international diplomats intensified calls for constructive dialogue to resolve a political crisis sparked by allegations of...

Niger River boat accident kills at least 26 people in Nigeria

An accident involving a boat carrying passengers on the Niger River in north-central Nigeria has killed at least 26 people, an official said Wednesday.

Elon Musk becomes first person ever worth $500 billion

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has become the first person in history to reach a personal net worth of more than half a trillion dollars.

Africa’s freshwater fish under threat as stocks decline

The next decade, scientists say, will determine whether Africa’s inland waters can be restored — or whether more species will be lost forever

Cameroon’s UNDP leader Bello Bouba Maïgari to challenge Paul Biya in Presidential race

Cameroon’s UNDP Leader Beloboumama Egari to Challenge Paul Biya in Presidential Race

U.N. security council approves new gang suppression force for Haiti

As gangs tighten their grip on Port-au-Prince, the UN Security Council has approved a new international force to combat the violence. However, the announcement is being met with profound distrust from Haitians, who have seen previous missions fail to d...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk becomes first person in history to reach a net worth of $500 billion

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has become the first person in history to reach a personal net worth of more than half a trillion dollars.

Death toll rises to 72 after powerful earthquake hits central Philippines

At least 72 people have been confirmed dead and nearly 300 injured after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the central Philippines late on Tuesday, affecting more than 170,000 residents, according to officials.