http://www.africanews.com/feed/Receive free and in real-time all news published by africanews.com, by subscribing to our RSS feeds.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:05:03 +0000http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/ahead-of-election-ugandas-security-forces-are-accused-of-using-violence/The Ugandan presidential candidate known as Bobi Wine wears a flak jacket and helmet while campaigning to protect himself from gunfire. But the safety gear offers no protection from the stinging clouds of tear gas that often follow him on the campaign trailFri, 09 Jan 2026 12:01:28 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/ahead-of-election-ugandas-security-forces-are-accused-of-using-violence/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/alliance-of-sahel-states-condemns-united-states-operation-in-venezuela/It said the capture President Nicolas Maduro and his wife was a serious violation of international law.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:24 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/alliance-of-sahel-states-condemns-united-states-operation-in-venezuela/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/somalis-protest-israels-recognition-of-somaliland-vow-national-unity/Somalia’s government insists Somaliland remains an integral part of the country and warns that international recognition could destabilise the Horn of Africa.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:05:03 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/somalis-protest-israels-recognition-of-somaliland-vow-national-unity/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/russian-airstrike-on-multiple-residential-buildings-in-kyiv-leaves-4-dead-24-injured/Ukraine faced fresh damage in Kyiv on 9 January after a Russian air strike hit several districts, killing four and injuring at least 24. Emergency crews are working to clear debris and restore services.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:55:37 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/russian-airstrike-on-multiple-residential-buildings-in-kyiv-leaves-4-dead-24-injured/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/rebel-group-holds-funeral-for-victims-of-drone-strike-in-eastern-dr-congo/Twenty-two people died in the 2 January attack in Masisi which the rebels claim was carried out by the Congolese army.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:02:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/rebel-group-holds-funeral-for-victims-of-drone-strike-in-eastern-dr-congo/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/somalia-denies-aid-seizure-as-us-suspends-assistance-over-wfp-warehouse-claims/Somalia remains heavily dependent on international aid, with the U.S. providing $770 million in assistance last year, though only a small share went directly to the government. It remains unclear how much aid will be affected by Washington’s suspension.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:50:41 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/somalia-denies-aid-seizure-as-us-suspends-assistance-over-wfp-warehouse-claims/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/drc-funeral-held-for-victims-of-drone-strike-blamed-on-govt-forces/The Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group held Thursday a symbolic burial for 22 civilians killed in a drone strike earlier this month in the North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of CongoFri, 09 Jan 2026 09:59:17 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/drc-funeral-held-for-victims-of-drone-strike-blamed-on-govt-forces/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/aleppo-faces-new-displacement-amid-syrian-forces-and-sdf-clashes/Syria sees mass displacement in Aleppo as clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters intensify amid stalled political talks.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:29:04 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/aleppo-faces-new-displacement-amid-syrian-forces-and-sdf-clashes/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/hundreds-protest-in-minneapolis-over-fatal-shooting-by-ice-officer/After Renee Good was shot dead during an ICE operation, protesters took to the streets of Minneapolis to demand accountability and the withdrawal of federal agents.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:29:03 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/hundreds-protest-in-minneapolis-over-fatal-shooting-by-ice-officer/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/protests-in-portland-after-federal-agents-shoot-two-during-ice-operation/The shooting comes just a day after an ICE officer killed a driver in Minnesota, further intensifying tensions over President Donald Trump’s expanded immigration enforcement in U.S. cities, and sparking renewed protests in Portland, a city long at odds with the administration.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:22:23 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/protests-in-portland-after-federal-agents-shoot-two-during-ice-operation/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/tens-of-thousands-flee-aleppo-as-clashes-intensify-and-evacuation-orders-expand/The fighting comes amid stalled negotiations between Damascus and the Syrian Democratic Forces, despite a deal signed earlier this year to merge SDF forces into the Syrian army by the end of 2025.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:42:10 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/09/tens-of-thousands-flee-aleppo-as-clashes-intensify-and-evacuation-orders-expand/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/egypt-and-eu-agree-on-urgent-need-for-second-phase-for-gaza-ceasefire/Egypt's foreign minister Badr Abdelatty met with visiting EU foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, in Cairo on Thursday.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:39:15 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/egypt-and-eu-agree-on-urgent-need-for-second-phase-for-gaza-ceasefire/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/south-africa-protesters-condemn-us-attack-on-venezuela/Demonstrators took to the streets of the South African capital to denounce the US' recent atack on Venezuela, during which ousted president Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:10:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/south-africa-protesters-condemn-us-attack-on-venezuela/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/chinese-foreign-minister-begins-annual-africa-tour-with-ethiopia-visit/Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi pledged deeper cooperation on issues including trade, infrastructure, energy and transportation.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:02:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/chinese-foreign-minister-begins-annual-africa-tour-with-ethiopia-visit/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/benin-elections-parties-end-campaigning-days-ahead-of-vote/Parties competing in Benin's local and parliamentary elections ended their campaigning on Friday, ahead of the vote this weekend. It comes just over a month after the attempted coup that shook Cotonou.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:39:56 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/benin-elections-parties-end-campaigning-days-ahead-of-vote/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/chinese-and-iranian-warships-arrive-in-south-africa-for-brics-naval-exercises/China will lead a joint military drill hosted by South Africa. Russian ships are also expected to join the exercises.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:34:01 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/chinese-and-iranian-warships-arrive-in-south-africa-for-brics-naval-exercises/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/robots-wow-crowds-at-consumer-electronics-show-in-las-vegas/The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas drew large crowds on its second day. Robots and AI helpers took centre stage at the Consumer Electronics Show, featuring everything from cyber pets to laundry-folding machines.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:57:01 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/robots-wow-crowds-at-consumer-electronics-show-in-las-vegas/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/nigeria-ex-justice-minister-abubakar-malami-granted-bail-in-money-laundering-case/Malami, who is accused of stealing and laundering public funds worth 8.7 billion naira, was being held in prison since December.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:31:52 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/nigeria-ex-justice-minister-abubakar-malami-granted-bail-in-money-laundering-case/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/largest-projection-show-on-tokyo-government-building-mesmerizes-crowds/Every evening, crowds in Shinjuku watch Tokyo Night & Light, a large-scale projection on the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, using 40 solar-powered projectors.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:20:53 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/largest-projection-show-on-tokyo-government-building-mesmerizes-crowds/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/somalia-us-halts-assistance-to-federal-government/The US has halted all assistance to Somalia's federal government, accusing it of destroying an American-funded warehouse and stealing food aid that was stored there. It comes as the Trump administration has ramped up criticism of Somali refugees in the US.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:18:55 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/somalia-us-halts-assistance-to-federal-government/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/zambia-withdraws-request-for-imf-loan-extension/Zambia has withdrawn its request for a one-year extension of its Extended Credit Facility with the International Monetary Fund, the IMF said on Wednesday.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:08:23 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/zambia-withdraws-request-for-imf-loan-extension/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/senegals-2025-oil-output-exceeds-predictions-to-reach-361-million-barrels/Initial projections for the year stood at 30.53 million barrels.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:30:12 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/senegals-2025-oil-output-exceeds-predictions-to-reach-361-million-barrels/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/saint-tropez-bids-farewell-to-brigitte-bardot/Brigitte Bardot was laid to rest in Saint-Tropez after her death from cancer at 91.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:25:00 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/saint-tropez-bids-farewell-to-brigitte-bardot/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/protests-erupt-in-minneapolis-after-ice-officer-kills-woman-during-immigration-crackdown/In a memorandum signed on Wednesday, the White House said the move aligns with Trump’s “America First” agenda. The list includes 31 United Nations bodies and 35 non-UN organisations, many of them focused on climate change, global governance, labour issues and development—areas the administration hasThu, 08 Jan 2026 12:01:11 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/protests-erupt-in-minneapolis-after-ice-officer-kills-woman-during-immigration-crackdown/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/trump-orders-us-withdrawal-from-66-international-organisations-under-america-first-policy/The decision comes as Trump approaches the first anniversary of his second term. Since returning to office, he has already moved to exit the World Health Organization, the Paris climate agreement, and UNESCO, while cutting funding to several UN bodies.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:45:11 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/trump-orders-us-withdrawal-from-66-international-organisations-under-america-first-policy/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/global-aircraft-parts-shortage-grounds-african-airlines-business-africa/A global shortage of aircraft spare parts is grounding planes, causing widespread delays and cancellations—and smaller national airlines are feeling the strain mostThu, 08 Jan 2026 11:59:51 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Ronald Lwere Kato)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/global-aircraft-parts-shortage-grounds-african-airlines-business-africa/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/runner-up-in-cars-presidential-election-rejects-provisional-results-alleging-widespread-fr/The runner-up in Central African Republic’s presidential election Anicet-Georges Dologuélé is alleging widespread fraud after provisional results declared incumbent Faustin-Archange Touadéra winner of the December vote.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:07:44 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/runner-up-in-cars-presidential-election-rejects-provisional-results-alleging-widespread-fr/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/ghanas-ex-finance-minister-ken-ofori-atta-detained-by-us-immigration-authorities/Ghana’s former finance minister Ken Ofori Atta has been detained by US authorities, his lawyer said late on Wednesday.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:34:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/ghanas-ex-finance-minister-ken-ofori-atta-detained-by-us-immigration-authorities/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/somalias-national-army-brings-total-war-to-al-shabab-militants/Somalia's National Army brings 'total war' to al-Shabab militantsThu, 08 Jan 2026 09:29:53 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/somalias-national-army-brings-total-war-to-al-shabab-militants/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/greenlanders-voice-concern-as-us-renews-push-to-acquire-arctic-island/The Trump administration, citing strategic concerns in the Arctic and rising competition from China and Russia, is preparing to discuss Greenland with Denmark, although European leaders have firmly rejected any suggestion of U.S. takeoverThu, 08 Jan 2026 11:11:42 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/greenlanders-voice-concern-as-us-renews-push-to-acquire-arctic-island/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/french-farmers-protest-eu-mercosur-deal-with-tractors-in-paris/French capital woke to the sound of tractors on Thursday as farmers drove into Paris to protest a proposed EU Mercosur trade deal.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:13:52 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/french-farmers-protest-eu-mercosur-deal-with-tractors-in-paris/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/usa-minneapolis-protests-erupt-after-woman-killed-in-ice-operation/Protests erupted in Minneapolis after a woman was killed during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation, with vigils and growing criticism of immigration crackdowns.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:52:28 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/usa-minneapolis-protests-erupt-after-woman-killed-in-ice-operation/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/usa-minneapolis-ice-shooting-caught-on-video/Videos of a deadly shooting in Minneapolis spread online, as US authorities face scrutiny after an ICE officer killed a motorist during Trump's immigration crackdown.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:49:24 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/usa-minneapolis-ice-shooting-caught-on-video/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/iran-police-officer-killed-as-protests-over-cost-of-living-enter-12th-day/President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged security forces to show restraint, distinguishing peaceful protesters from armed rioters. However, rights group Iran Human Rights says at least 27 protesters have been killed, while Iranian media report 15 deaths, including members of the security forces.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:03:24 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/iran-police-officer-killed-as-protests-over-cost-of-living-enter-12th-day/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/south-africa-wont-block-us-refugee-program-for-white-minority/Despite December’s raid, the U.S. State Department said refugee operations remain intact, noting that more Afrikaners arrived in the U.S. in December than in any previous month, with higher numbers expected in January.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:34:13 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/08/south-africa-wont-block-us-refugee-program-for-white-minority/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/venezuela-holds-mass-funeral-for-soldiers-killed-in-us-military-operation/Venezuela’s military has begun burying dozens of soldiers killed in a United States military operation, holding a mass funeral in the capital, Caracas, on Wednesday.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:36:38 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/venezuela-holds-mass-funeral-for-soldiers-killed-in-us-military-operation/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/ivorian-government-resigns-after-ruling-partys-landslide-win/Ivory Coast’s government has formally resigned, paving the way for a new cabinet following last month’s legislative elections. President Alassane Ouattara accepted the resignation on Wednesday, January 7, after the ruling RHDP party secured a landslide victory.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:07:40 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/ivorian-government-resigns-after-ruling-partys-landslide-win/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/african-union-demands-israel-reverse-recognition-of-somaliland/The AU’s Council for Political Affairs, Peace and Security issued the call on Tuesday, condemning what it described as a unilateral and illegitimate move.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:58:34 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/african-union-demands-israel-reverse-recognition-of-somaliland/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/putin-attends-christmas-eve-service-with-veterans-of-ukraine-war/Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated Christmas Eve at an Orthodox service in the Moscow region on Tuesday evening. He was joined by veterans of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine and their families.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:38:49 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/putin-attends-christmas-eve-service-with-veterans-of-ukraine-war/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/car-president-extends-putin-invitation/The newly re-elected president of the Central African Republic, Faustin-Archange Touadera, has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit the country. Moscow has become a key ally of Touadera in recent years.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:19:58 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/car-president-extends-putin-invitation/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/boat-carrying-dozens-of-migrants-bound-for-spain-returns-to-gambia-after-taking-on-water/A boat carrying dozens of migrants hoping to reach Spain returned to shore after taking on water off the coast of Gambia.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:42:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/boat-carrying-dozens-of-migrants-bound-for-spain-returns-to-gambia-after-taking-on-water/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/young-african-migrants-sleep-on-paris-streets-amid-freezing-winter-nights/Several dozen snow-covered tents line a street in the historic heart of Paris, sheltering young homeless migrants from the bitter cold. Around 300 young African migrants, many seeking official recognition as minors, are spending freezing nights outdoors, facing harsh and dangerous conditions.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:56:24 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/young-african-migrants-sleep-on-paris-streets-amid-freezing-winter-nights/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/nigeria-to-take-over-anti-jihadist-operations-after-us-christmas-strikes/The Nigerian air force will take over from the United States after Washington's Christmas Day strikes against jihadists, relying on American reconnaissance flights to support its own operations,Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:45:09 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/nigeria-to-take-over-anti-jihadist-operations-after-us-christmas-strikes/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/irans-president-pezeshkian-urges-security-forces-not-to-target-peaceful-protesters/President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday urged security forces to distinguish between what he called rioters and protesters, urging them not to target peaceful demonstrators.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:22:32 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/irans-president-pezeshkian-urges-security-forces-not-to-target-peaceful-protesters/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/burkina-faso-authorities-say-new-coup-plot-foiled-arrests-underway/Authorities in Burkina Faso say they have thwarted a new coup attempt amid heightened political tensions in the West African country. The alleged plot was uncovered late on Saturday night, January 3, before it could be carried out, according to official sources.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:51:24 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/burkina-faso-authorities-say-new-coup-plot-foiled-arrests-underway/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/civilians-flee-aleppo-as-syrian-army-closes-kurdish-majority-areas/Clashes in Aleppo forced residents to flee Kurdish areas, with at least nine killed. The violence follows stalled talks to merge Kurdish forces into the army.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:37:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/civilians-flee-aleppo-as-syrian-army-closes-kurdish-majority-areas/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/south-africa-to-host-first-china-led-brics-joint-navy-exercises/The first China-led BRICS joint naval exercise is due to start on Friday in South African waters.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:19:45 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/south-africa-to-host-first-china-led-brics-joint-navy-exercises/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/brazil-celebrates-three-kings-day-with-parade-in-rio-favelas/Brazil marked Three Kings Day on Tuesday with a colourful procession in Rio de Janeiro, where music and dance echoed through a hillside neighbourhood.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:13:43 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/brazil-celebrates-three-kings-day-with-parade-in-rio-favelas/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/ugandan-opposition-facing-brutal-campaign-of-repression-ahead-of-jan-15-vote-amnesty-says/Amnesty International says Uganda's opposition is being subject to a "brutal campaign of repression" ahead of the country's general election on 15 January.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:04:47 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/ugandan-opposition-facing-brutal-campaign-of-repression-ahead-of-jan-15-vote-amnesty-says/http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/putin-attends-orthodox-christmas-service-with-soldiers/President Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service near Moscow, highlighting soldiers' sacred duty and unity.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:50:04 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/01/07/putin-attends-orthodox-christmas-service-with-soldiers/