Entries by Rédaction Africanews

More French citizens name in latest Epstein files release by US justice department

Names mentioned in the new tranche of documents suggest Epstein's network in France was more extensive than previously thought.

AFC/M23 rebels claim responsability for drone attack on Kisangani airport

In a statement, rebel spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka claimed the AFC/M23 “carried out the destruction of a military command centre" located at Kisangani Bangoka International Airport.

Washington confirms deployment of small team of US forces to Nigeria

The United States has deployed a small military team to Nigeria, Washington confirmed on Tuesday.

Somali mothers strenghten Minneapolis community with traditional tea

Nasro Hassen and her group of Somali mothers hand out tea to people on the streets of Minneapolis who monitor for Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in subfreezing temperatures.

2026 World Governments Summit: Can Africa’s next decade work for its young people?

African leaders at the World Governments Summit in Dubai will take part on Wednesday in a panel discussion on a key issue for African youth: Can the next 10 years be the continent's decade?

Lagos State Assembly orders pause in Makoko demolitions after protests

Lawmakers in Lagos have ordered an immediate stop to ongoing demolitions in the Makoko waterfront community following resident protests and petitions.

Son of Moammar Gadhafi, Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, killed in Libya

Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, the son and one-time heir apparent of Libya ’s late dictator Moammar Gadhafi, was killed in the northern African country, Libyan officials said Tuesday.

Gaza residents return to Khan Younis after Rafah reopens

Palestinians began returning to Khan Younis via the reopened Rafah crossing, but only a few crossed as aid stayed blocked and many remained stranded.

Mark Rutte visits damaged Kyiv energy site as Russia steps up attacks

During a secretive Kyiv visit, NATO’s Mark Rutte meets Zelenskyy, tours bombed infrastructure and stresses urgent air defence support for Ukraine.

Appeal trial of accused Franco-Rwandan genocidaire opens in Paris

The appeal trial of an accused Franco-Rwandan genocidaire opened at the Paris Court of Assize on Tuesday.