Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Putin downplays threat of recession at Saint Petersburg Forum, points to growth in manufacturing /in /by

President Vladimir Putin has downplayed warnings that Russia’s economy is on the brink of a recession, pointing to the steady growth of the country’s manufacturing industries.

Yemen: Tens of thousands hold pro-Iran rally /in /by

Tens of thousands of people in Yemen took to the streets of the country' capital, Sanaa, on Friday to show solidarity with Iran and Palestinians in the Gaza Strip

Family feud forces Zambia’s ex-President Lungu to be buried in South Africa /in /by

What was expected to be a dignified farewell to Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu has turned into a diplomatic and political standoff, ending with his burial being moved outside the country he once led.

Superman stars hit Manila red carpet as global tour kicks off /in /by

Superman fans turned out in full force in the Filipino capital as the stars of the franchise’s latest installment kicked off the film’s global tour.

Niger to nationalize uranium venture operated by France’s Orano /in /by

Niger accused Orano of taking a disproportionate share of the uranium produced at the site. Orano has been operating in Niger, the world’s seventh biggest supplier of uranium, for over 50 years and holds majority shares in three main uranium mines in N...

Rwandan opposition leader Ingabire arrested in connection with alleged plot to overthrow president /in /by

Rwandan opposition leader Victoire Ingabire has been arrested and charged with inciting public disorder and creating a criminal organisation.

Poverty drives instability, conflict – UN chief /in /by

Briefing the Security Council on conflict and human development, Guterres said it was not surprising that nine of the ten poorest countries globally are currently in a state of war

Refugees in Kenyan camp face hunger after USAID funding freeze /in /by

Once a major donor for many UN and international agencies, the US freeze on aid, has seen food rations at Kenya's Kakuma refugee camp reduced to less than half of what's required for basic sustenance.

Iran rejects U.S. talks amid Intensifying war with Israel /in /by

Iran has rejected recent U.S. requests for negotiations, saying there will be no talks while Israeli attacks continue. The statement came from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in comments broadcast on state television Friday.

What to know about the COVID variant that may cause ‘razor blade’ sore throats /in /by

The COVID-19 variant that may be driving a recent rise in cases in some parts of the world has earned a new nickname: “razor blade throat” COVID.