Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Faith Kipyegon falls short of historic sub-four minute mile but vows to keep pushing

The race, dubbed “Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile,” was organized by Nike as an unofficial event and won't count towards official records. Still, Kipyegon’s time was faster than her existing world record of 4:07.64, set in Monaco nearly...

Central African Republic declares three days of national mourning following stampede

The Central African Republic has declared 3 days of mourning after an explosion and the stampede that followed killed at least 29 schoolchildren and injured more than 250 at a high school in the capital city, Bangui.

Kenya’s Interior minister accuses protesters of coup attempt after deadly demos

Kenya's interior minister accused protesters of a coup attempt after deadly demonstrations were witnessed in many cities and towns across the country.

Kaaba’s sacred cover replaced ahead of islamic new year

For Muslims around the world, it remains the spiritual focal point — the direction toward which they pray five times a day.

Gaza residents welcome rare organized aid delivery after months of chaos and hunger

This rare delivery came after months of blocked aid and failed distribution attempts marked by stampedes and theft.

AI drones lead breakthrough against malaria in Africa [Business Africa]

This week: AI drones target high-risk areas to fight malaria; in Abuja, African sovereign wealth funds mobilize to finance infrastructure; in Niger, a ban on livestock exports hits herders hard.

Bear disrupts flights at Yamagata Airport, forces runway closure

A bear sighting at Yamagata Airport disrupted over 10 flights on Thursday morning. Authorities believe the bear came from nearby woods and it hasn't been found yet.

Uma Thurman returns to her action roots in The Old Guard 2 opposite Charlize Theron

Uma Thurman joins the cast of The Old Guard 2, opposite Charlize Theron and Kiki Layne as they reprise their roles from the 2020 film, The Old Guard.

Cristiano Ronaldo extends contract with Al-Nassr for 2 more years

Cristiano Ronaldo signed a two-year contract extension with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr on Thursday.

Shell denies reports that the energy giant is in talks to take over BP

The Wall Street Journal on Wednesday said Shell was holding “early stage talks,″ to acquire BP, citing people familiar with the matter.