Entries by Rédaction Africanews

The perils of illegal mining: a survivor’s six-month nightmare

A miner who endured six months trapped in an abandoned mine in South Africa has recounted the terrifying experience he faced after a police crackdown cut off food and essential supplies to thousands engaged in illegal gold mining.

Seeking justice: new Syrian leaders meet with ICC chief prosecutor in Damascus

The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor Karim Khan arrived in Damascus on Friday. He will confer with Syria's transitional government on how to seek justice and accountability for alleged war crimes.

Togo weighs joining the alliance of sahel states, says foreign minister

Togo is considering the possibility of joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), as indicated by the Togolese Foreign Minister during an interview with Voxafrica on Thursday.

SpaceX’s Starship Test Flight Ends in Destruction After Successful Booster Catch

SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on a test flight Thursday, but the spacecraft was destroyed after losing engine power.

Al-Rajhi wins Dakar Rally at 11th attempt and Sanders sews up motorbike domination

After 13 days of desert racing and more than 5,000 kilometers of specials, Al-Rajhi beat home Henk Lategan of South Africa by less than four minutes, the smallest margin in 15 years.

South African miner describes horrors for those who spent months underground

Usually, the men would eat meat, bread, and porridge cooked over camp stoves run by propane, but all of these had run out.

Manchester City confirms Haaland’s contract extension to 2034

Erling Haaland has officially extended his contract with Manchester City for an impressive seven more years.

Ugandan General Muhoozi Kainerugaba stirs debate with return to social media

He instructed security forces to immediately arrest opposition members, such as those affiliated with the National Unity Platform (NUP), if they wore clothing resembling military uniforms. “

Putin to welcome Iranian president for strategic agreement signing

Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Friday to formalize a significant agreement between Moscow and Tehran.

Madrid pet owners bring animals to Saint Anthony Church for annual blessing

Pet owners in Madrid had their animals blessed at Saint Anthony Church, a tradition believed to bring health and protection, celebrating St. Anthony’s feast day.