Entries by Rédaction Africanews

A decade on, Lesbos still bears the scars of the refugee crisis

Lesbos has changed. The infamous Moria camp is gone, tourists are returning, and the island is trying to shift focus. “We want Lesbos to be talked about for its culture and history,” said Mytilene’s mayor, Panagiotis Christofas.

Super strong bikes help transform healthcare in rural Uganda

Health workers in Uganda and people in the rural communities they serve say they're enjoying the benefits of having bikes especially designed for rugged terrain

Fear of Iranian missiles forces hundreds to sleep in Tel Aviv train stations

The conflict, which erupted on June 13, has left at least 24 Israelis and over 600 Iranians dead, according to rights groups. As missiles continue to rain down, Israel’s underground rail system has become a refuge of last resort.

Cameroon’s civil society calls on voters to sanction Biya in upcoming elections

Human Rights Watch and other observers have also criticized the regime for cracking down on opposition and independent groups in the lead-up to the vote, citing arrests and restrictions on political activity .

Dance4Refugees challenges Instagram users to share their moves for a cause

Dance4Refugees is challenging people to share their take on a choreographed dance on Instagram, raising awareness for the 123 million forcibly displaced people worldwide, according to UNHCR.

Russia warns U.S. against military intervention in Israel-Iran tensions

Zakharova added that Iran remains committed to its obligations under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and is willing to resume dialogue with the U.S., but only if Israel halts its attacks.

Kenya court sentences two to jail terms for aiding 2019 hotel attackk

The judge said the Kenyan men had played a critical role in aiding the al-Shabaab militants to carry out the attack.

Juneteenth celebrations marking the end of slavery in United States

The day is being marked amid President Donald Trump's ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the federal government.

Real Madrid’s Mbappe hospitalised with acute gastroenteritis at start of Club World Cup tournament

Real Madrid's star forward, Kylian Mbappe, has been hospitalised with an acute case of gastroenteritis, his club said on Thursday. His hospitalisation casts doubt over what part he might be able to play in the monthlong Club World Cup tournament underw...

United Nations harnesses power of music for peace in South Sudan

Peacekeeping mission, UNMISS, partnered with UNESCO to host a concert in Upper Nile state, which has been the epicentre of conflict in recent months.