Entries by Rédaction Africanews

South Africa’s Ramaphosa urges end to trade weaponization

Addressing the UN General Assembly, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a sharp critique of the global economic system, warning against the rising use of trade as a geopolitical weapon.

Nigerian music star Davido joins Grammy voting academy

“Understanding the importance of how our voices are heard, I am participating in the GRAMMY Award process. It is a game-changer. ..."

Malawi President Chakwera concedes defeat in election, with former leader on course for victory 

Malawi’s president, Lazarus Chakwera has conceded defeat in the country’s presidential election, calling former leader Peter Mutharika the “presumptive winner.”

DRC President Tshisekedi urges UN to recognize “silent genocide” in eastern Congo

At the 2025 UN General Assembly, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi issued a stark warning to the international community, describing the ongoing violence in eastern Congo as a “silent genocide.”

Former poachers turn into gorilla conservationists in Uganda

A portion of the proceeds from the sale gorilla tracking permits goes back into surrounding communities, supporting projects such as schools, health care and water supply

Super Typhoon Ragasa hits Asia: floods, deaths, mass evacuations

Nearly two million people were evacuated in southern China ahead of the storm which has brought cities across the region to a standstill.

Burkina, Mali, Niger residents hail ICC exit as step to sovereignty

The alliance on Monday announced their immediate departure from the United Nations-backed body calling it an "instrument of neo-colonialist repression".

Ghana returns US-deported West Africans amid torture concerns

Eleven West African nationals deported by the United States to Ghana have been returned to their home countries, despite fears they could face torture, persecution or inhumane treatment.

US threatens visa ban for corrupt Nigerian officials

It said the threatened visa restrictions are part of Washington’s broader push for accountability and good governance.

A sinkhole opens in Bangkok after road collapse during construction

A section of road in Bangkok collapsed on Wednesday, creating a sinkhole that disrupted traffic, damaged infrastructure and forced evacuations in the surrounding area, officials said.