Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Kenya’s deputy police chief steps aside amid probe into blogger’s death /in /by

The death of Albert Ojwang, who was accused of defaming Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat, sparked days of protests in Nairobi. Lagat said on Monday that he was stepping aside “in view of the ongoing investigations” into the death of Ojwang

Uganda president signs law bringing back military trials for civilians /in /by

Opposition leaders said the new law violated a previous Supreme Court ruling.

U.S. considers adding more African countries to travel ban /in /by

The list includes major US partners such as Kenya, Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast and Nigeria

Tanzanian opposition leader to represent himself in treason trial /in /by

The main opposition leader in Tanzania was granted permission on Monday to represent himself in his treason trial after being denied the right to meet his lawyers in private by prison authorities.

In China, young African entrepreneurs personify growing China-Africa cooperation /in /by

In China's Hunan province, young African entrepreneurs have found a fertile ground to launch their business ventures.

Israel blasts France for covering defense booths at Paris Air Show /in /by

The Paris Air Show kicked off Monday, but controversy quickly followed. Organizers, at France’s request, ordered Israeli offensive weapons displays to be covered, sparking outrage from Israel, who called the move “outrageous” and accused France of mixi...

Gattuso named Italy coach as Azzurri scramble to salvage World Cup place /in /by

Gattuso replaces Luciano Spalletti, who was fired last week after Italy lost its opening qualifier 3-0 at Norway to spark fears that the four-time champion will fail to qualify for a third straight World Cup

Lungu funeral dispute settled between family and government /in /by

After 11 days of uncertainty and behind-the-scenes negotiations, funeral plans for Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu have finally been settled. Lungu died at age 68 in South Africa, where he was receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness.

Football: Paul Pogba rumoured to join AS Monaco /in /by

The former Juventus midfielder is hoping to make his return to football after his doping scandal.

Vatican beatifies Congolese customs worker killed in 2007 for refusing bribe /in /by

Floribèrt Bwana Chui Bin Kositi was kidnapped and killed in 2007 after he refused to allow rancid rice from Rwanda to be transported across the border to the eastern Congo city of Goma.