Entries by Rédaction Africanews

Senegal to aid families of protest victims

In a significant move following the violent protests that rocked Senegal between 2021 and 2024, the government has announced a financial aid package for the families of those killed

Kenyan police reinforce Haiti mission amid U.S. funding freeze

The mission, which began last year, is struggling with a lack of funding and personnel as gangs that control 85% of the capital, Port-au-Prince, keep seizing more territory.

Somali protesters condemn Trump’s comments on Gaza

Hundreds of Somalis assembled in the Peace Garden in Mogadishu to express their solidarity with Palestinians.

Ramaphosa responds to U.S. funding freeze, rejects “bullying”

Ramaphosa dismissed the claims as misinformation, emphasizing that the law aims at redistributing unused land while maintaining legal safeguards. His government is exploring ways to sustain HIV/AIDS services despite the U.S. freeze.

UN chief urges peace as conflict escalates in eastern DRC

Guterres will travel to Addis Ababa next week for the AU Peace and Security Council Summit, where discussions on restoring stability in the Great Lakes region are expected to take center stage.

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla Denies Incitement Charges, Calls Case Political

Zuma-Sambudla has denied the charges, calling them politically motivated and an attempt by the current government to settle scores with her father.

Survivors remember Turkey’s deadly 2023 earthquake

Two years after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey, survivors remember the tragedy that claimed over 53,000 lives in Turkey and 6,000 in Syria.

Displaced families in Eastern Congo struggle for shelter

Zawadi Sifa has been fleeing conflict since 2012, most recently finding herself in Goma as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels took over the city

Marcelo retires at age 36 to end trophy-filled career

Marcelo, the Real Madrid great famous for his big hair and being one of the most decorated players in soccer history, announced his retirement on Thursday at the age of 36.

January sees Egypt’s inflation Fall to 23.0% due to base effect

Inflation in Egypt is forecast to have slid to 23.0% in January, helped by a supportive base effect, according to a poll released on Thursday.