Entries by Rédaction Africanews

World Cup 2026: who coaches Africa’s 10 qualified teams?

Africa will be represented by 10 national football teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with a mix of locally-born and foreign coaches leading the continent’s biggest football nations.

Nigeria’s president hails the navy as it marks its 70th anniversary

Overseeing a fleet review, Bola Tinubu said the Navy reflects Nigeria’s sovereignty and its growing leadership role on the continent.

Vote count begins as ruling party targets landslide win

Vote counting is underway in Ethiopia after millions of citizens cast ballots in a parliamentary election widely expected to hand Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his ruling Prosperity Party another five-year term, despite security incidents, opposition c...

Mozambique says five citizens killed in South Africa ‘xenophobic attack’

The government said about 800 people were impacted by the violence that broke out in the coastal town of Mossel Bay on Friday.

Senegalese president names new 30-member cabinet

Ousted prime minister Ousmane Sonko says his Pastef party will not participate in the new government.

Court rules UK does not have to pay Rwanda over failed asylum plan

Rwanda had sued Britain for over $130 million after the controversial plan was cancelled by Prime Minister Keir Starmer in 2024.

Elections in Ethiopia: Abiy Ahmed’s party considered the favorite [Africanews Today]

Around 50 million Ethiopians were expected to vote on Monday for parliamentary and regional elections. Analysts predict a landslide victory for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party, despite ongoing unrest in several parts of the country. No polling statio...

Serena Williams to return to professional tennis at age 44

Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at age 44 after nearly four years away from the sport.

The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has accepted a wild card invitation to play doubles at the upcoming Queen’s Club grass-court tournament ...

Abiy Ahmed blames ‘enemies’ for propaganda against election in ethiopia

Speaking after casting his ballot, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed claimed "Ethiopia’s historical enemies" were trying to undermine public confidence in the integrity of the election.

Iran conflict fuels farm crisis as costs soar in South Africa

South African wheat farmers are facing mounting financial pressure as the conflict involving Iran disrupts global fuel and fertilizer markets. With diesel and fertilizer prices surging, producers warn that shrinking profits could push some farms to the...