Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Nigeria’s economy grows 3.13% in Q1 2025 after GDP rebasing

Despite the modest performance compared to a 4.9% forecast by analysts, officials say the rebasing offers a more accurate picture of Nigeria’s economic structure and recent momentum.

Giant trolls made from trash warn against environmental destruction

A group of six towering wooden trolls has taken up residence in a Californian forest, aiming to teach humans how to live more sustainably with nature.

Moroccan Foreign Minister visits North Macedonia for talks on deepening economic ties

Foreign Ministers of Morocco and North Macedonia meet for talks in Skopje on deepening the political dialogue between the two countries and developing a partnership in the areas of economy, tourism, culture, and infrastructure.

UN says Sustainable Development Goals at risk in current political climate

UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for urgent action during the 2025 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani ‘heeds critics’ and goes back to Africa – for a visit

New York City’s Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani is visiting his birth country of Uganda to celebrate his recent marriage and take a short break from the campaign trail ahead of the November election.

Zambia signs $1.1 Billion deal to build major oil refinery in Copperbelt

Officials say the project aligns with Zambia’s long-term economic goals by boosting energy security, creating jobs, and strengthening regional trade links. Construction timelines and investors are expected to be detailed in the coming months.

Dead humpback whale washes ashore in Rio de Janeiro

A humpback whale was found dead on a beach in Rio de Janeiro on Monday, after drifting ashore near the city’s southern coastline in the early afternoon.

Court rules Trump can remove protected status from immigrants from Cameroon and Afghanistan

An appellate court has allowed the Trump administration to end a program that grants temporary deportation protections and work permits to more than 10,000 people from Afghanistan and Cameroon.

Man United signs Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford as Ruben Amorim continues overhaul

Bryan Mbeumo became Manchester United's second major signing of the transfer window on Monday after completing a move from Brentford for 65 million pounds ($87 million).