Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Somalia: Security forces kill seven Al-Shabab militants in Mogadishu prison attack /in /by

The government said it had successfully ended a six-hour siege by the militants at the Godka Jilacow prison complex.

Pope Leo XIV reminds Catholics of duty to welcome and assist migrants /in /by

Speaking on Saturday, the first day of the Jubilees of Migrants and the Missionary World, he invited Catholic faithful to choose between God and money, as well as justice and injustice.

Egypt: Pharaoh’s tomb reopened after more than 20 years of renovations /in /by

Amenhotep III ruled between 1390 and 1350 BC and was one of the most prominent pharaohs of ancient Egypt.

South Africa: Five top investigators in France to probe ambassador’s death /in /by

Nathi Mthethwa's body was discovered in the Hyatt Regency hotel’s inner courtyard on Tuesday morning after falling from the 22nd floor.

Eighth straight day of Moroccan Gen Z protests for better services /in /by

As the country spends billions of dollars in preparation for co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup, demonstrators believe the government has its priorities wrong.

Rival rallies in Madagascar capital after days of deadly youth-led protests /in /by

The United Nations says at least 22 people have been killed and hundreds injured in the protests, a toll the government has dismissed.

Malawi’s President Mutharika brings hope as he vows to rebuild ailing economy /in /by

Peter Mutharika said he would root out government corruption, rebuild the economy, and restore integrity and efficiency in public service.

Militants attack prison in Somali capital shattering period of calm /in /by

Militant group, al-Shabaab, claimed responsibility for the attack saying it had released prisoners.

Peter Mutharika was sworn in as Malawi’s comeback President at 85 /in /by

Peter Mutharika was inaugurated as Malawi’s president on Saturday, marking a stunning political comeback for the 85-year-old who previously led the southern African nation from 2014 to 2020.

Israel orders halt to gaza city offensive while strikes persist /in /by

A potential breakthrough emerged in the nearly two-year Gaza conflict Saturday as the Israeli military, following a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump, ordered a halt to its offensive operations in Gaza City.