Entries by Rédaction Africanews

42 dead in South Africa Limpopo bus crash /in /by

A bus veered off a road and plunged down an embankment on a steep mountain pass in northern South Africa, killing at least 42 people and leaving another 49 passengers injured, authorities said Monday.

Israel celebrates release of soldier held by Hamas since 2023 /in /by

Family and friends of Israeli soldier Matan Angrest gathered in celebration early Friday following his release from Hamas captivity after 738 days.

Hostages and Palestinian prisoners freed amid Gaza ceasefire agreement /in /by

In a landmark moment following two years of devastating conflict, Hamas on Monday released seven hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross.

Madagascar President alleges coup as soldiers join anti-government protests /in /by

A surreal scene unfolded in Madagascar’s capital on Sunday as soldiers were cheered by anti-government protesters, creating a volatile atmosphere after President Andry Rajoelina announced an attempted coup was in progress.

Voters head to polls as Cameroon’s Paul Biya eyes extended term /in /by

Voters in Cameroon went to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election that is widely expected to see 92-year-old Paul Biya, Africa’s longest-serving leader, extend his 42-year rule for another seven years.

Gabon president’s party wins parliamentary majority /in /by

President Brice Oligui Nguema's Democratic Union of Builders (UDB) was on course to win 55 seats in the 145-seat national assembly, results showed

Cameroon votes as President Biya seeks to extend long rule /in /by

Analysts have predicted a victory for President Paul Biya. Now 92, he would be 99 by the time his term finishes

Opposition leader wins presidential vote in Seychelles /in /by

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, according to official results released early Sunday

Madagascar: Soldiers join protestors as president denounces ‘coup attempt’ /in /by

The troops are from the same unit that helped Rajoelina take power for the first time sixteen years ago following nationwide protests

Botswana: New rule to promote local ownership of mines /in /by

Companies are required to sell a 24% stake in new concessions to local investors if the government chooses not to buy. Botswana, the world's top diamond producer by value is keen to increase local ownership of its mineral wealth and to promote local va...