Entries by Rédaction Africanews

COP29 finance talks lag as the summit reaches its halfway mark

One of the main tasks of COP29 is for countries to broker a deal that ensures up to trillions of dollars in adaptation and mitigation financing.

Britain calls for UN action on Sudan, boosts humanitarian aid

The power struggle between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces, ongoing since April 2023, has caused thousands of deaths and the world’s largest displacement crisis.

Mixed feelings among Senegal’s residents about election, as government claims victory

Senegal's government has delared victory in Sunday's snap parliamentary elections, with a majority of the votes counted. Some are hoping that the result will enable President Diomaye Faye to push through his reforms, while others are less optimistic.

South Africa forms task force to tackle illegal mining

A team including mine safety experts, police, the army and various government departments was scheduled to meet Friday to put together a plan, with the mine safety experts expected to do an immediate assessment of the situation.

Nigeria and India pledge to strengthen defence, trade, development ties

The two leaders spoke of a new chapter in their strategic partnerships in the areas of defence, energy, technology, trade, and development.

Senegal’s ruling Pastef party claims victory in snap legislative electioins

Early results showed President Bassirou Faye’s party outperforming the two main opposition groups to solidify its dominance eight months after assuming power.

Interior minister says Gabon has approved a new constitution

Provisional results published on Sunday show 91.8 per cent of voters said 'yes' to the new charter.

Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania

Four months after a nationality row in her home country South Africa, Chidimma Adetshina became the first runner-up to Miss Denmark who was crowned Miss Universe 2024.
Victoria Kjær Theilvig succeeds to Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Nicaragua.

Voter turnout in focus as Gabonese await referendum results

Now that vote has ended, many Gabonese say the focus should go to the restoration of institution, a pledge of the ruling junta known as the Committee for the transition and restoration institutions promised when seizing power.

Newly appointed Haitian prime minister swears in cabinet of ministers

Alix Didier Fils-Aime has promised to fight vigorously Insecurity in all forms