Entries by Rédaction Africanews

DRC: Joseph Kabila’s death sentence sends shockwaves through Goma

In the M23 controlled city, many residents fear greater violence and division after Kabila's conviction.

Athens paralyzed by general strike against new labor laws

Athens was paralyzed by a general strike as thousands protested new labour laws. Public transport, schools, courts, and hospitals faced major disruptions.

Munich Oktoberfest resumes after seven-hour closure

Munich’s Oktoberfest resumed after a tense seven-hour shutdown due to a bomb threat. Police cleared the grounds, ensuring safety for festival-goers.

Sudan humanitarian aid group among winners of Right Livelihood Award

The Swedish Right Livelihood Award Foundation also honoured activists from Myanmar, Taiwan and the Pacific Islands.

Six rarely seen paintings valued at $150 million unveiled at Abu Dhabi museum

Sotheby’s on Wednesday unveiled six masterpieces collectively valued an estimated amount of $150 million at a museum in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi.

Former California governor Schwarzenegger stands with Vatican climate initiative

Actor and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger downplayed the Trump administration’s climate scepticism Tuesday and threw his weight behind the Vatican’s environmental initiative instead.

Two-year-old Aryatara Shakya becomes Nepal’s new kumari goddess

In a vibrant ceremony marking the country's biggest festival, a two-year-old girl was paraded through the ancient alleys of the capital on Tuesday to begin her life as Nepal’s new Kumari, or “living goddess,” a figure revered by both Hindus and Buddhis...

US federal government enters shutdown, raising fears of global uncertainty

The US federal government entered a shutdown on Wednesday after the Senate failed to agree on a last-minute spending bill.

Thousands protest in Madagascar’s capital demanding president Andry Rajoelina resign

Thousands of young demonstrators marched through Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, on Tuesday demanding the resignation of President Andry Rajoelina after days of deadly youth-led protests over electricity and water shortages.

Record gold prices propel asset values in global markets

The price of gold surged to a record high of $3,870 per ounce on Tuesday, fueling a powerful rally across the sector and catapulting the market debut of Zijin Gold International, which saw its shares soar over 66% on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.