Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Alliance of Sahel States to form 5,000-troop military unit

Three junta-ruled countries in Africa's Sahel region will join forces to create a 5,000-strong unit to fight the jihadist violence that has for years plagued the nations.

Amina J. Mohammed calls for action against terrorism in Africa

Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed emphasized that Africa has unfortunately become the focal point of global terrorism.

Putin, Xi discuss ties in meeting after Trump’s inauguration

In the call with Xi, Putin emphasized that Russia-China relations are based on shared interests, equality and mutual benefits, noting they “don’t depend on internal political factors and the current international environment”

At least 76 people killed in hotel fire at ski resort in Turkey

A fire raged through a 12-story hotel at a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey early Tuesday during a school holiday, killing at least 76 people, officials said

In Gaza, Palestinians return to their destroyed homes after 15 months of conflict

Palestinians return to Gaza to find their homes in ruins after 15 months of intense conflict and massive bombardments.

M23 rebels seize new town, advance closer to Goma

The Rwanda-backed rebels took the city of Minova after dislodging government forces on Tuesday. Located on the shores of Lake Kivu, Minova is a nerve center for logistics and supplies to Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu

Kenyan police patrol streets of Haitian capital

Gang violence has left more than 700,000 Haitians homeless in recent years, with many crowding into makeshift and unsanitary shelters after gunmen razed their homes

Ursula von der Leyen reaffirms EU’s commitment to Paris climate agreement

Speaking at the Davos Summit, Ursula von der Leyen emphasided the EU's dedication to the Paris climate agreement and urged international cooperation, despite Trump’s decision to withdraw.

Gabon approves new electoral law seen as win for junta leader

The bill which was passed after days of deliberations allows members of the security forces and magistrates to contest elections as candidates. Army leader Brice Oligui Nguema has promised to return power to civilians but speculation that he desires t...

Donald Trump’s military salute to the American national anthem

In 2021, Lady Gaga sang the national anthem for President Joe Biden. In 2013, Beyoncé sang the national anthem and later said she lip-synced to a track recorded for President Barack Obama.