HRW accuses an extremist group and ethnic militias of atrocities in Mali
The report stated that over 350 homes were set on fire during the attacks, which caused thousands to flee their homes.
Paris Olympic 2024: Torch relay begins
About 10,000 bearers will carry the torch which will pass through more than 450 towns in mainland and overseas France until the Games' opening ceremony in Paris on July 26.
Families of Congo attack victims mourn their losses
"War has taken everything from me," Kigiho, 45...
Kenya: Anger and frustration as floods continue to wreak havoc
“We are stranded. I have a garage, since the rain started, it is now three weeks. My vehicles are here. They are stuck, I have nothing to eat." Charles Otieno, Garage Owner
Kenya’s doctors sign agreement to end strike after almost 2 months
Kenya's Health Minister Susan Nakhumicha said the doctors had proved to be better negotiators than the government side, adding that they had put up "quite a fight."
Pics of the day: May 8, 2024
Africanews focuses on the most striking images of the day's news.
Supreme court deliberates on Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill
The initial day of proceedings was marked by tension, characterized by impassioned arguments between legal representatives and the Chief Justice.
South Africa launches investigations into building collapse
Authorities in South Africa have announced multiple investigations into the cause of the building collapse, including by police, the provincial government and the national department of labor.
Supreme court delibrates on Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill
The initial day of proceedings was marked by tension, characterized by impassioned arguments between legal representatives and the Chief Justice.
France celebrates arrival of Olympic flame
Tens of thousands of people, President Emmanuel Macron, gathered to welcome the Olympic torch and mark another milestone in the lead-up to the Summer Games in Paris