Entries by Rédaction Africanews

World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams

It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup’s first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some note...

Extreme heatwave grips Tunisia as wide power cuts fuel frustration

In Tunisia long power outages across the country have added to the strain of an intense heatwave, with temperatures as high as 49C, leaving many fearing for their livelihoods.

AFCON to expand to 28 teams as CAF unveils new 2027 format

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that the Africa Cup of Nations will expand to 28 teams from the 2027 edition, which will be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda from June 19 to July 17, 2027.

Man sought in killings of family in UK remains in custody in South Africa

Ndodana Tshuma, who is in custody on suspicion of killing his wife and two young daughters, did not apply for bail when he appeared at a Johannesburg court on Wednesday

Nigeria, Germany agree to deepen business, trade ties

Germany's foreign minister wrapped up a two-day visit to Nigeria Wednesday as Berlin moves to deepen business opportunities across Africa amid a more isolationist United States and geo-political pressure from Russia and China

New York mayor says city can’t arrest Netanyahu on ICC warrant

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Tuesday his office does not have the authority to carry out the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and called on US federal officials to step in

WHO says Ebola death toll in DRC and Uganda has surpassed 1,000

All but two of the deaths took place in the Congo, which as of Monday had recorded 2,473 cases in the latest outbreak of the haemorrhagic virus.

Morocco defender Issa Diop signs 4-year contract with Ipswich

Morocco defender Issa Diop returned from the World Cup to switch between Premier League clubs on Wednesday, joining Ipswich from Fulham.

Egypt’s intense heatwave strains workers and disrupts economy

With the intense heat expected to continue over the next few days, officials are urging citizens to avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours and to stay well-hydrated.

Threading a future: The woman weaving a new art form in Burkina Faso

In a country where painting and sculpture have long reigned supreme, one artist is threading a bold new vision—one nail, one strand, one masterpiece at a time