Africanews RSShttp://www.africanews.com/feed/rssReceive free and in real-time all news published by africanews.com, by subscribing to our RSS feeds.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:34:23 +0000Kenya mourns 16 students killed in devastating school firehttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/kenya-mourns-16-students-killed-in-devastating-school-fire/Hundreds of mourners gathered in Kenya’s town of Gilgil to pay tribute to 16 students who lost their lives in a devastating school fire.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:34:23 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/kenya-mourns-16-students-killed-in-devastating-school-fire/Protesters denounce insecurity as police disperse march in Abujahttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/protesters-denounce-insecurity-as-police-disperse-march-in-abuja/Police were deployed in large numbers in Nigeria’s capital as protesters took to the streets to denounce worsening insecurity and a surge in kidnappings.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:14:12 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/protesters-denounce-insecurity-as-police-disperse-march-in-abuja/Kenyan hospital units on standby as part of Ebola emergency preparedness planhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/kenyan-hospital-units-on-standby-as-part-of-ebola-emergency-preparedness-plan/Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi says medical staff have been trained to detect and manage potential Ebola cases.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:58:35 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/kenyan-hospital-units-on-standby-as-part-of-ebola-emergency-preparedness-plan/South Africa marks 50th anniversary of the 1976 student uprisinghttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/south-africa-marks-50th-anniversary-of-the-1976-student-uprising/Police action against protesting students on 16 June 1976 shocked the world and marked a turning point in the fight against apartheid.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:19:40 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/south-africa-marks-50th-anniversary-of-the-1976-student-uprising/Back to the roots: Zimbabwe’s traditional food revival gains momentumhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/back-to-the-roots-zimbabwes-traditional-food-revival-gains-momentum/From bubbling sorghum porridge to village-reared chicken and ox-head stew, traditional food restaurants are booming in Zimbabwe’s second city, Bulawayo. Driven by health-conscious consumers and nostalgia for homegrown flavours, indigenous cuisine is making a strong comeback.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:20:51 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/back-to-the-roots-zimbabwes-traditional-food-revival-gains-momentum/Burundi's drum heritage takes center stage at UMUKOZO Cultural Festivalhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/burundis-drum-heritage-takes-center-stage-at-umukozo-cultural-festival/Under the theme “Our Identity is Culture,” the UMUKOZO Festival was recently held in Bujumbura. The country's renowned traditional drummers delivered powerful and synchronized performances on large royal drums.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:21:07 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/burundis-drum-heritage-takes-center-stage-at-umukozo-cultural-festival/Israel: Tel Aviv pride marchers push for LGBTQ+ equality amid tensions and warhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/israel-tel-aviv-pride-marchers-push-for-lgbtq-equality-amid-tensions-and-war/Thousands of people joined the Tel Aviv Pride parade on 12 June, filling the city's seafront with rainbow flags, music and calls for greater LGBTQ+ rights in a region where equality remains limited.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:37:03 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/israel-tel-aviv-pride-marchers-push-for-lgbtq-equality-amid-tensions-and-war/Xenophobia row rocks Africa as fans toss support to Mexico over Bafana Bafanahttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/xenophobia-row-rocks-africa-as-fans-toss-support-to-mexico-over-bafana-bafana/Africa’s traditional show of football solidarity changed across social media at the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as a wave of fans across the continent openly backed Mexico over South Africa in their opening group match, reflecting deeper political tensions beyond sports.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:10:23 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Kwabena Adu-Gyamfi)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/xenophobia-row-rocks-africa-as-fans-toss-support-to-mexico-over-bafana-bafana/Dangote Refinery targets $1 Billion fundraisinghttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/dangote-refinery-targets-1-billion-fundraising/Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery is taking a major step toward becoming a publicly traded company. The refinery is seeking to raise around one billion dollars through a private share placement, in a deal that values the company at roughly 39 billion dollars.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:07:14 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/dangote-refinery-targets-1-billion-fundraising/Gaza Families search ruins after Israeli strikes hit homeshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/gaza-families-search-ruins-after-israeli-strikes-hit-homes/Palestinians in central Gaza searched through rubble on 12 June after Israeli strikes destroyed homes in Deir al-Balah and the Maghazi refugee camp, leaving dozens of displaced families without shelter and struggling to recover their belongings.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:52:26 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/gaza-families-search-ruins-after-israeli-strikes-hit-homes/Nigeria 'neutralised' 13,000 'terrorists' in past year, according to Presidenthttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/nigeria-neutralised-13000-terrorists-in-past-year-according-to-president/Nigeria has killed more than 13,000 "terrorists" in the past year, President Bola Tinubu said Friday, adding that the death toll from the country's jihadist insurgency is down 81 percent since he took power in 2023.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:19:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/nigeria-neutralised-13000-terrorists-in-past-year-according-to-president/Fuel shock sparks electric bike boom in Kenyahttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/fuel-shock-sparks-electric-bike-boom-in-kenya/Rising fuel prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East are accelerating Kenya’s shift to electric mobility. As petrol costs soar, thousands of riders are abandoning fuel-powered motorcycles for cheaper electric alternatives, driving record sales and reshaping urban transport.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:59:24 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/fuel-shock-sparks-electric-bike-boom-in-kenya/Future looking brighter for students at Libya's University of Benghazihttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/future-looking-brighter-for-students-at-libyas-university-of-benghazi/The campus is being reconstructed after it was reduced to rubble during the civil conflict that followed the 2011 toppling of longtime ruler Muammar Gaddafi.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:36:13 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/future-looking-brighter-for-students-at-libyas-university-of-benghazi/Gaza residents find brief escape in World Cup openerhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/gaza-residents-find-brief-escape-in-world-cup-opener/Palestinian Territories residents gathered in tents, cafes and makeshift community spaces on 11 June to watch the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, seeking a brief escape from the hardships of war.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:11:44 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/gaza-residents-find-brief-escape-in-world-cup-opener/Sources say women who fled Iran to be deport from US to Central African Republichttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/sources-say-women-who-fled-iran-to-be-deport-from-us-to-central-african-republic/Sources said two Iranian women will be among over 20 migrants to be sent to the Central African Republic under a so-called third-country deportees deal.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:12:55 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/sources-say-women-who-fled-iran-to-be-deport-from-us-to-central-african-republic/UNHCR: number of displaced people worldwide falls for first time in a decadehttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/unhcr-number-of-displaced-people-worldwide-falls-for-first-time-in-a-decade/The number of people forcibly displaced around the world stood at more than 117.8 million at the end of 2025 due to conflict, violence, and persecution, according to the UN refugee agency's latest annual report.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:08:52 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/unhcr-number-of-displaced-people-worldwide-falls-for-first-time-in-a-decade/South Africa fans slam Bafana Bafana after Mexico 2-0 defeathttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/south-africa-fans-slam-bafana-bafana-after-mexico-2-0-defeat/South Africa’s World Cup dream got off to a painful start as Bafana Bafana fell 2-0 to Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While fans packed viewing venues in Johannesburg with high hopes, many left frustrated, questioning the team's tactics, performance and coaching decisions.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:58:44 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/south-africa-fans-slam-bafana-bafana-after-mexico-2-0-defeat/Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv and Mykolaiv as Ukraine reports major fireshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/russian-drone-barrage-hits-kyiv-and-mykolaiv-as-ukraine-reports-major-fires/Russian drone strikes hit multiple locations across Ukraine overnight into 12 June, damaging sites near Kyiv and in the Mykolaiv region, injuring one person and triggering a major fire, while Ukrainian air defences said they intercepted most of the 117 drones launched.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:32:15 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/russian-drone-barrage-hits-kyiv-and-mykolaiv-as-ukraine-reports-major-fires/Strait showdown: Hormuz remains open as US and Iran edge toward a dealhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/strait-showdown-hormuz-remains-open-as-us-and-iran-edge-toward-a-deal/Despite Iran’s announcement of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the United States says the strategic waterway remains open to shipping. As military tensions persist, Washington and Tehran appear to be moving closer to a potential agreement that could ease a growing regional crisis.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:23:02 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/strait-showdown-hormuz-remains-open-as-us-and-iran-edge-toward-a-deal/Belgium: Jordan Bardella strengthens ties with Vlaams Belang in Brussels visithttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/belgium-jordan-bardella-strengthens-ties-with-vlaams-belang-in-brussels-visit/Brussels became the latest stop in Jordan Bardella’s European outreach campaign on 11 June. The French far-right leader promoted closer cooperation on migration policy, while facing protests in the Belgian capital.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:16:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/belgium-jordan-bardella-strengthens-ties-with-vlaams-belang-in-brussels-visit/Watch fan reactions as Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the World Cup openerhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/watch-fan-reactions-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-20-in-the-world-cup-opener/Mexico launched its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on 11 June. The result triggered celebrations across Mexico City while South African supporters voiced concern over their team's performance and tactics.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:13:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/watch-fan-reactions-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-20-in-the-world-cup-opener/Mexico: Tight security and protests surround 2026 World Cup openerhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/mexico-tight-security-and-protests-surround-2026-world-cup-opener/Protesters gathered near Mexico City's World Cup opener on 11 June, while thousands of fans headed to the stadium. Brief clashes broke out as demonstrators approached security cordons around the stadium.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:06:47 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/mexico-tight-security-and-protests-surround-2026-world-cup-opener/Tigrayan forces preparing offensive against federal gov, Addis Ababa warnshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/tigrayan-forces-preparing-offensive-against-federal-gov-addis-ababa-warns/Fears are mounting in Ethiopia over reports that forces in the northern Tigray region are preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:40:35 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/tigrayan-forces-preparing-offensive-against-federal-gov-addis-ababa-warns/Albania: thousands rally on 12th day of protests against Trump-linked resorthttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/albania-thousands-rally-on-12th-day-of-protests-against-trump-linked-resort/Thousands of protesters gathered in Tirana on 11 June for a twelfth consecutive day of demonstrations against a proposed luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, warning that the project threatens Albania’s protected Vjosa-Narta wetlands.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:26:41 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/albania-thousands-rally-on-12th-day-of-protests-against-trump-linked-resort/Somali ref Omar Artan picked for UEFA Super Cup after US World Cup banhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/somali-ref-omar-artan-picked-for-uefa-super-cup-after-us-world-cup-ban/Somali referee Omar Artan has been picked to officiate the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August, just days after he was denied entry to the United States ahead of the World Cup tournament where he was due to work.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:42:38 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/somali-ref-omar-artan-picked-for-uefa-super-cup-after-us-world-cup-ban/Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup opening matchhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-in-world-cup-opening-match/Mexico got off to a winning start at the opening match of the World Cup, beating South Africa 2-0.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:09:55 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/12/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-in-world-cup-opening-match/Lawyer of jailed Moroccan activist warns her health is declininghttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/lawyer-of-jailed-moroccan-activist-warns-her-health-is-declining/Ibtissame Lachgar is serving a 30-month sentence for offending Islam by wearing a t-shirt that said 'Allah is lesbian'.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:49:28 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/lawyer-of-jailed-moroccan-activist-warns-her-health-is-declining/Niger's military-run government criminalises same-sex relationshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/nigers-military-run-government-criminalises-same-sex-relations/Under the new law, same-sex relations will be punishable by a jail term of between five and 10 years and a fine.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:53:52 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/nigers-military-run-government-criminalises-same-sex-relations/First group of Nigerians repatriated from South Africa arrive in Lagoshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/first-group-of-nigerians-repatriated-from-south-africa-arrive-in-lagos/The 262 people, mostly women and children, returned home amid increased anti-immigrant protests in South Africa.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:38:36 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/first-group-of-nigerians-repatriated-from-south-africa-arrive-in-lagos/Naila Opiangah: From Gabon to the global art scenehttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/naila-opiangah-from-gabon-to-the-global-art-scene/Now based between Ghana and New York, the 31-year-old artist says her work is deeply personal, but also political.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:51:13 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/naila-opiangah-from-gabon-to-the-global-art-scene/Nigerian activists call for stronger measures to protect the environmenthttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/nigerian-activists-call-for-stronger-measures-to-protect-the-environment/Protecting the environment, they said, is ultimately about safeguarding our future on Earth and requires sustained action from everybody.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:19:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/nigerian-activists-call-for-stronger-measures-to-protect-the-environment/$20 million worth of fake World Cup jerseys seized ahead of tournamenthttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/20-million-worth-of-fake-world-cup-jerseys-seized-ahead-of-tournament/Hong Kong customs officials have intercepted 230,000 suspected counterfeit products worth nearly $20 million, including thousands of fake football jerseys destined for World Cup fans. Authorities say demand for tournament merchandise is fuelling a booming global counterfeit trade.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:05:49 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/20-million-worth-of-fake-world-cup-jerseys-seized-ahead-of-tournament/Three women vying to become UN's first female secretary-generalhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/three-women-vying-to-become-uns-first-female-secretary-general/They set out their plans to reform the world body at a debate in the Swiss city of Geneva.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:03:44 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/three-women-vying-to-become-uns-first-female-secretary-general/Can African small businesses benefit from China's zero-tariff policy? {Business Africa}http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/can-african-small-businesses-benefit-from-chinas-zero-tariff-policy-business-africa/Can small-scale local farmers in Zambia overcome strict quality and credit barriers to leverage China's new zero-tariff policy? Meanwhile, as fuel costs climb, Nigerian consumers turn to electric vehicles despite persistent power supply challenges.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:17:46 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Afolake Oyinloye)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/can-african-small-businesses-benefit-from-chinas-zero-tariff-policy-business-africa/Migrant workers exploitation on flagship US building project in Italyhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/migrant-workers-exploitation-on-flagship-us-building-project-in-italy/Foreign workers recruited to build a new $350 million US consulate in Milan say they were promised fair wages but ended up earning less than €2 an hour. As Italian prosecutors investigate alleged labour exploitation, workers describe threats, homelessness and shattered hopes.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:29:18 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/migrant-workers-exploitation-on-flagship-us-building-project-in-italy/FIFA boss defends World Cup tickets prices and brushes off visa rowhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/fifa-boss-defends-world-cup-tickets-prices-and-brushes-off-visa-row/Gianni Infantino said it was 'unfortunate' that Somali referee, Omar Artan, had been denied entry to the US, adding that FIFA cannot dictate to governments.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:27:26 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/fifa-boss-defends-world-cup-tickets-prices-and-brushes-off-visa-row/Veteran French football coach to lead Republic of the Congo teamhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/veteran-french-football-coach-to-lead-republic-of-the-congo-team/It is the 78-year-old Claude Le Roy's second stint with the Congolese team, which he lead from 2013 to 2015.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:54:36 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/veteran-french-football-coach-to-lead-republic-of-the-congo-team/Can an African team win the 2026 World Cup? (Africanews Debates)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/can-an-african-team-win-the-2026-world-cup-africanews-debates/For the first time, Africa will be represented by 10 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising expectations that the continent could produce another historic run on football's biggest stage.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:04:27 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Kwabena Adu-Gyamfi)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/can-an-african-team-win-the-2026-world-cup-africanews-debates/Gulf states condemn Iranian strikes as regional tensions escalate http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/gulf-states-condemn-iranian-strikes-as-regional-tensions-escalate/Gulf leaders have strongly condemned Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, warning that the assaults threaten regional stability, global trade and energy supplies. The criticism came as tensions intensified following fresh military exchanges involving Iran and the United States.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:26:46 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/gulf-states-condemn-iranian-strikes-as-regional-tensions-escalate/Schoolchildren in Haiti stage their own World Cup in call for peacehttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/schoolchildren-in-haiti-stage-their-own-world-cup-in-call-for-peace/As the FIFA World Cup prepares for kickoff, schoolchildren in Haiti are playing along. 48 schools have been chosen to represent the 48 countries in the World Cup and stage their own tournament. But Ti Mondial 2026 is more than a football tournament - it’s a call for peace.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:57:03 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/schoolchildren-in-haiti-stage-their-own-world-cup-in-call-for-peace/Young riders join Ebola awareness drive in eastern DRChttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/young-riders-join-ebola-awareness-drive-in-eastern-drc/Dozens of motorcycle taxi drivers have taken to the streets of Bunia and Rwampara in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo to spread Ebola prevention messages.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:50:47 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/young-riders-join-ebola-awareness-drive-in-eastern-drc/Nigerian nationals in South Africa repatriated amid growing anti-migrant tensionshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/nigerian-nationals-in-south-africa-repatriated-amid-growing-anti-migrant-tensions/Nigerians fleeing the wave of anti-immigrant tensions sweeping South Africa arrived at Johannesburg airport on Wednesday for repatriation. For weeks, groups armed with sticks and shields have marched through parts of the country demanding that foreigners with no papers leave by the end of the month.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:32:27 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/nigerian-nationals-in-south-africa-repatriated-amid-growing-anti-migrant-tensions/Iran closes Strait of Hormuz to all vessels, state TV reportshttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/iran-closes-strait-of-hormuz-to-all-vessels-state-tv-reports/Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz to all traffic, including oil tankers and commercial ships, the country’s state media announced on Thursday.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:48:03 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/iran-closes-strait-of-hormuz-to-all-vessels-state-tv-reports/Spain: Pope Leo XIV blesses new Sagrada Familia tower, now world’s tallest churchhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/spain-pope-leo-xiv-blesses-new-sagrada-familia-tower-now-worlds-tallest-church/Pope Leo XIV blesses Sagrada Familia’s new tower in Barcelona, now the world’s tallest church, in a mass marking 100 years since Antoni Gaudí’s death.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:42:35 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/spain-pope-leo-xiv-blesses-new-sagrada-familia-tower-now-worlds-tallest-church/'Fire of Ebola' dying down Uganda's President Museveni tells the nationhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/fire-of-ebola-dying-down-ugandas-president-museveni-tells-the-nation/Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni says the "fire of Ebola has started going down" in an address to the nation. Museveni and officials state there have been "no new cases" for five days, with the president calling the outbreak "easy to stop."Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:10:44 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/11/fire-of-ebola-dying-down-ugandas-president-museveni-tells-the-nation/Countdown on to the opening match in Mexico of the FIFA World Cuphttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/countdown-on-to-the-opening-match-in-mexico-of-the-fifa-world-cup/The expanded tournament is co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada with 104 matches in 16 stadiums over 39 days.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:29:39 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/countdown-on-to-the-opening-match-in-mexico-of-the-fifa-world-cup/US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of FIFA World Cuphttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/us-urges-europe-to-impose-ebola-travel-bans-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/The EU says there is no evidence that additional border measures were needed to prevent the spread of the virus to Europe.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:26:16 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/us-urges-europe-to-impose-ebola-travel-bans-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/Somali football referee denied entry to US returns home to hero's welcomehttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/somali-football-referee-denied-entry-to-us-returns-home-to-heros-welcome/Speaking at the airport, Omar Artan told supporters not to give up hope and vowed to participate in the next World Cup.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:32:57 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/somali-football-referee-denied-entry-to-us-returns-home-to-heros-welcome/Congolese doctors to go on strike amid Ebola outbreakhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/congolese-doctors-to-go-on-strike-amid-ebola-outbreak/They have denounced what they said was government’s failure to respond concretely to their demands for better pay and working conditions.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:35:18 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/congolese-doctors-to-go-on-strike-amid-ebola-outbreak/Ivorian journalists raise the alarm about declining press freedomhttp://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/ivorian-journalists-raise-the-alarm-about-declining-press-freedom/They say the government is increasingly attempting to shackle and control the profession.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:56:03 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/10/ivorian-journalists-raise-the-alarm-about-declining-press-freedom/