Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Kenya sentences four men for trying to smuggle ants out of the country

Authorities said the giant insects were destined for collectors in Europe and Asia in an emerging trend of trafficking lesser-known wildlife species.

Dr. Mukwege denounces use of sexual violence as a weapon of war in DRC

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Denis Mukwege denounced on Wednesday the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war in the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Cobalt Institute predicts demand increase of over 10 per cent in 2025

It says the increase in demand is being driven by a significant global growth in electric vehicles sales.

Dandyism takes center-stage at the Met Gala exhibition

Dandyism was at the heart of Monday's Met Gala, where many of the world's most famous and influential tastemakers donned their luxury best to kick off the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” exhibit. But Black dandyism isn't limited to expensive couture...

Charity helps Sudanese separated by war to locate and reunite with loved ones

Wounded in the crossfire and cut off by war, Munzir lost track of his family. But with the help of a local charity, he has been reunited after two years apart

New pipeline project transforms Kibera’s water access

In the heart of Kibera, Nairobi’s largest informal settlement, a new solution is bringing clean water — from above

Moscow students dance to honour WWII veterans

A group of Moscow students dressed in vintage Soviet WWII uniforms and dresses danced to old tunes at the third annual Victory Waltz in Moscow on Tuesday

Sudan Cuts Ties with UAE Over RSF Support

Sudan has severed diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) amid growing tensions over the ongoing civil war

New wave of Sudanese refugees flee into neighbouring Chad

The latest influx comes after the bombing of the Zamzam camp in Darfur and the city of al-Fasher by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

On the eve of the conclave, tourists and locals in Rome wait in suspense

The College of Cardinals is set to start the voting process to elect the next pope on Wednesday, 7 May. While several cardinals are seen as potential contenders for the papacy, nothing is certain.