Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Only 35% of sustainable development goals on track to meet target, UN says /in /by

The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said the world is in "a global development crisis."

Former Nigerian President to be buried today /in /by

Buhari will be buried on the grounds of his house in the northern state of Katsina on Tuesday in a high-profile ceremony with several African heads of state set to attend.

Togo’s security forces cast early votes ahead of high-stakes municipal elections /in /by

The atmosphere was calm and disciplined on Monday, July 14, 2025, in Lomé as Togo’s security and defense forces, including paramilitary units and members of the operational reserve, cast their ballots in early voting ahead of the municipal elections.

Islamic preachers in Burkina Faso rally against social media hate /in /by

Failure to comply with the new code of conduct online may result in disciplinary or even criminal sanctions: up to two years of banning from preaching.

Muscovites appear unconcerned by latest US threats of sanctions and weapons deliveries to Ukraine /in /by

Muscovites reacted calmly to the announcement made by US President Donald Trump Monday, who said he would punish Russia with “biting" tariffs if a peace deal with Ukraine isn't reached within 50 days.

UN mission to Haiti extended for another six months /in /by

The gang violence in Haiti shows no sign of slowing down. Last week, an estimated 27 000 people were displaced from their homes in Haiti's central region following armed attacks. The UN mission (BINUH) is hoped to help strengthen political stability an...

Morocco’s oases struggle to survive amid growing desertification /in /by

In the Moroccan town of Skoura, a once-thriving oasis is facing an uncertain future. Known for its fertile land and steady water supply, the Skoura Oasis is now drying up as desertification intensifies.

Gaza conflict overshadows EU-Southern Neighbourhood talks in Brussels /in /by

Foreign ministers from Egypt and Israel joined EU officials in Brussels on Monday for the fifth EU-Southern Neighbourhood Ministerial Meeting. It was the first such gathering since the October 7 Hamas attacks and the subsequent Israeli military respons...

Almost 300 killed in wave of violence in Sudan’s North Kordofan /in /by

A new wave of violence has erupted in Sudan’s North Kordofan state, with activists reporting that almost 300 people have been killed in attacks that began over the weekend.

Al-Shabab fighters seize central Somali town, displacing thousands /in /by

Fighters of the al-Qaeda-linked group captured the town of Tardo in the central Hiiran region.