Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Kenya’s Raila Odinga launches candidature for AU’s top job

He said his focus would include economic development, enhancing intra-African trade, and tackling climate change.

Record number mariachis belt out classic songs in Mexico City plaza

The number of musicians apparently topped the previous record of 700 mariachis at an earlier gathering in the Mexican city of Guadalajara.

WHO: Mpox cases in South Kivu may be ‘plateauing’, but DRC seeing a ‘general rising trend’ in cases

In a report published on Monday, the World Health Organisation said that mpox cases in the South Kivu region of the DRC seem to be 'plateauing'. But cases are on the rise in other parts of the country, as well as in Uganda and Burundi.

Mali: Director of Australian gold company arrested

The three people, including managing director Terence Holohan , were arrested last Friday in Bamako, the capital of Mali .

Chad: At least 17 soldiers killed in Boko Haram attack

The attack in the Lake Chad region took place on Saturday, army spokesman Gen. Issakh Acheikh said on state television Sunday night. He did not provide details.

COP29: What do African youth expect from the climate summit?

With the UN Climate summit underway in Azerbaijan, African youth are hoping that the meeting can advocate further involvement of young people in climate change response, mitigation and adaptation work

Opposition leader leads polls in Ghana’s presidential race

The December polls will see 13 candidates vying to replace outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo.

South Africa’s Tyla wins big at MTV EMAs

The Truth or Dare singer was nominated in four categories overall (including Best New Act) and took home prizes for Best Afrobeats Act, Best African Act and Best R&B Act

Mauritius awaits results of tense election

This election follows Britain’s historic agreement to cede the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, a win for Jugnauth. However, concerns remain over governance and the influence of political dynasties, with a new bloc, Linion Reform, pushing for change.

COP29 in Baku: High stakes and a $1 trillion question for climate finance

Developed countries in the G20, responsible for approximately 77% of global heat-trapping gas emissions, have started to reduce their pollution levels, a trend that remains elusive for poorer countries and for China.