Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Deadly boat capsize in northwestern Congo leaves 20 dead, several missing

At least 20 people have died, and several remain missing after a boat capsized in northwestern Congo, according to local residents.

Hundreds of children flee to Tawila camp amid violence in Sudan’s west Darfur

Sudan’s Tawila refugee camp has become a lifeline for hundreds of children separated from their families while fleeing the escalating violence in West Darfur. According to the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), more than 400 unaccompanied minors have arr...

Marrakech International Film Festival opens with global lineup and star power

The 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival kicked off Friday, bringing together more than 80 films from 31 countries and drawing a dazzling lineup of global and Arab stars.

Congo, Rwanda leaders set to sign peace agreement amid M23 tensions

Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi will travel to the United States next week to sign a final peace agreement with his Rwandan counterpart, Paul Kagame, aimed at ending the long-running conflict in eastern Congo.

Former Nigerian President condemns “ceremonial coup” in Guinea-Bissau

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has criticized Guinea-Bissau’s recent military takeover, describing it as a “ceremonial coup” after soldiers appeared on state television claiming control of the country.

Zuma’s daughter resigns amid claims South Africans were lured into Ukraine War

The daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, has stepped down from Parliament amid mounting controversy over allegations that she played a role in luring South African men into fighting for Russia in the war in Ukr...

Serbia and DR Congo deepen partnership in Belgrade summit

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić rolls out the red carpet for his DRC counterpart Félix Antoine Tshisekedi, welcoming the leader with full state honors. The two holding talks focused on strengthening cooperation between their countries at the Palace ...

Parents of children kidnapped in Nigeria continue painful wait for news

The parents of children abducted last week at a school in Nigeria’s northern Niger state gathered on Friday to give authorities more information.

NGO says EU border policy driving young refugees into the hands of traffickers

Save the Children says the EU’s increasingly strict policy is driving the most vulnerable unaccompanied children into the hands of traffickers, and beyond the reach of aid workers.

Royal Air Maroc unveils special fares for CAN 2025 supporters

By easing travel costs, Royal Air Maroc hopes to boost turnout and enhance the atmosphere in stadiums nationwide, making the 2025 CAN a unifying celebration for African supporters.