Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Israeli soldiers begin to speak out against 15-month conflict in Gaza

A growing number of Israeli soldiers have started to speak out against the 15-month conflict in Gaza and are refusing to serve, saying they saw or did things that crossed ethical lines.

Renowned Egyptologist unveils slogan for UNESCO director general candidacy

Renowned Egyptologist Khaled El-Enany has unveiled the slogan for his UNESCO director general candidacy: ''UNESCO for the people''. El-Enany is backed by a string of countries for the role, including France, Spain and Brazil.

Yennayer: 3,000-year-old Amazigh new year celebration

This celebration takes place on January 13, corresponding to the Julian calendar, which is 13 days behind the Gregorian calendar.

South Kivu: Chinese nationals face charges of illegal mining

The High Court of Bukavu began a high-profile trial on Monday involving three Chinese nationals accused of engaging in illegal mineral exploitation in Walungu, South Kivu.

Burkina Faso bans colonial wigs in courts to embrace cultural identity

The ban is part of his broader push to foster national identity and assert the country’s sovereignty.

Syria’s Football Revival: Rebuilding after conflict

Kwid remains optimistic, emphasizing the team’s unity and determination to rise above the challenges and represent Syria on the international stage.

Demonstration in front of the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem to demand agreement on Gaza hostages

The demonstrators chanted the names of the hostages and “come back” in Hebrew, while holding 98 photographs of the hostages held in Gaza since the October 7 attacks, 466 days ago, by Hamas militants.

Mediator in Gaza ceasefire talks says deal ‘very close’

According to a key mediator in Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar, a deal to end the fighting is ''very close''. The agreement would reportedly involve three hostages released on the first day, before Israel starts to withdraw soldiers.

Why is Spain considering a 100% tax on homes bought by non-EU residents?

Spain is planning a raft of measures to address its brewing housing crisis, including an up to 100% tax on properties bought by non-European Union residents.

Rising waters of Lake Tanganyika devastate residents of Uvira in DRC

The city of Uvira in South Kivu is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as the waters of Lake Tanganyika continue to rise. The flooding has caused widespread destruction, with over 3,000 homes submerged and more than 36,000 people displaced.