Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Iran displays new military tech as Nuclear talks loom

In Tehran, Iran’s regular army held its annual parade Friday to mark National Army Day — showcasing missiles, drones, and military hardware in a display of strength

Rwanda agrees to give safe passage to SADC forces leaving the DRC

Rwanda has agreed to give safe passage to Southern African Development Community forces. This was confirmed by the Rwandan Minister for Foreign Affairs Olivier Nduhungirehe who confirmed this was at the request of SADC who requested to use the eastern ...

Brazil eyes global food leadership amid U.S.-China trade tensions

As trade tensions rise between the United States and China, Brazil is stepping forward as a new global leader in food security

Uganda plans law to allow military prosecution of civilians

The Ugandan government plans to introduce a law to allow military tribunals to try civilians for certain offences even after the practice was banned by the Supreme Court.

Red river hog piglet born at Nashville Zoo

Red river hogs are native to rainforests in west and central Africa. They tend to wallow in rivers and streams and, among other things, eat roots, fruit, seeds, nuts, birds, eggs and insects.

CAF fines its president’s club $100,000

The African football body said Mamelodi Sundowns "is required to strictly implement the safety and security measures specified in CAF regulations, guidelines and directives, particularly during its upcoming matches . "

Nigerian Football Federation guilty of negligence in footballer’s death

"The court ruled that Nasarawa United, the league management company and the NFF failed to take into consideration the safety, health and well-being of my brother, which contributed to his death,"

Moscow International Film Festival kicks off in Russian capital

The Russian capital is hosting the 47th edition of the Moscow International Film Festival (MIFF) on Thursday.

U.S. airstrikes kill 20 at Yemen oil port held by Houthis

U.S. airstrikes targeting the Ras Isa oil port held by Yemen’s Houthi rebels killed 20 people and wounded 50 others, the group said early Friday

Trump administration plans to shut down nearly 30 U.S. embassies — over half in Africa

While the proposal is still under review and has not been finalized, it has sparked debate among policymakers and international relations experts about the future of U.S. diplomacy and its role on the global stage.