http://www.africanews.com/feed/rssReceive free and in real-time all news published by africanews.com, by subscribing to our RSS feeds.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:14:47 +0000http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/sudans-top-general-meets-egyptian-president-amid-growing-pressure-to-resolve-the-war/Sudan’s top general Abdel-Fattah Burhan met with Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi in Cairo Thursday amid growing pressure to resolve the war in Sudan.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:14:47 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/sudans-top-general-meets-egyptian-president-amid-growing-pressure-to-resolve-the-war/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/nigeria-issues-formal-apology-to-burkina-faso-over-airspace-violation/Nigeria’s foreign minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, travelled to Ouagadougou on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, to deliver an official apology after a Nigerian military aircraft violated the airspace of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:42:26 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/nigeria-issues-formal-apology-to-burkina-faso-over-airspace-violation/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/sarajevo-faces-severe-pollution-and-fog-residents-advised-to-stay-indoors/Sarajevo faced heavy fog and pollution on Thursday, causing flight cancellations and traffic disruptions.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:57:59 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/sarajevo-faces-severe-pollution-and-fog-residents-advised-to-stay-indoors/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/morocco-step-up-afcon-2025-preparations-ahead-of-comoros-opener/Morocco’s preparations continue under strict discipline, with expectations high as the host nation aims for a strong start and a deep run in AFCON 2025.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:48:19 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/morocco-step-up-afcon-2025-preparations-ahead-of-comoros-opener/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/a-look-at-four-female-directors-making-waves-in-arab-cinema/Arab female film directors have helped change the landscape of Arab cinema in recent years, presenting stories that haven't been told before and claiming space in an industry in a region that rarely makes room for women to grow.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:45:11 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/a-look-at-four-female-directors-making-waves-in-arab-cinema/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/belgian-moroccan-photographer-mous-lamrabat-blurs-cultural-boundaries-in-moustalgia-exhibi/Born in Morocco and raised in Belgium, Lamrabat has made it his mission to explore how cultural symbols shape desire and visibility, particularly for marginalised communities. His new exhibition 'Moustalgia' is on display in Marseille.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:02:33 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dalia Hassan)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/belgian-moroccan-photographer-mous-lamrabat-blurs-cultural-boundaries-in-moustalgia-exhibi/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/malian-refugees-turn-to-firefighting-to-give-back-to-their-communities-in-mauritania/Refugee firefighters sway in line and beat the ground with spindly tree branches as the sun sets over the barren Mauritanian desert.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:21:50 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/malian-refugees-turn-to-firefighting-to-give-back-to-their-communities-in-mauritania/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/morocco-experiences-extreme-cold-waves-especially-in-the-mountainous-regions/Morocco is currently experiencing a cold wave affecting several regions of the Kingdom, particularly mountainous and inland areas.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:30:41 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/morocco-experiences-extreme-cold-waves-especially-in-the-mountainous-regions/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/drc-us-mineral-pact-offers-optimismand-inherent-hurdles-business-africa/The Democratic Republic of Congo and the United States have signed a high-profile deal on critical minerals, promising economic transformation and secure supply chains. While the pact is promising, inherent hurdles remainThu, 18 Dec 2025 13:31:04 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Ronald Lwere Kato)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/drc-us-mineral-pact-offers-optimismand-inherent-hurdles-business-africa/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/mass-layoffs-cast-shadow-over-guineas-simandou-mega-mine-as-output-begins/The challenges facing Simandou underline the complexity of turning resource wealth into widespread prosperity for Guinea’s population, even as iron ore exports begin to flowThu, 18 Dec 2025 13:30:24 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/mass-layoffs-cast-shadow-over-guineas-simandou-mega-mine-as-output-begins/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/farmers-from-27-eu-countries-protest-and-clash-with-police-in-brussels-over-eu-mercosur-tr/Belgium farmers protested in Brussels against the EU Mercosur trade deal, clashing with police as tractors gathered near the European Parliament.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:34:36 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/farmers-from-27-eu-countries-protest-and-clash-with-police-in-brussels-over-eu-mercosur-tr/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/burkina-faso-frees-nigerian-air-force-crew/Burkina Faso on Wednesday released 11 personnel of the Nigerian Air Force who were detained Dec. 8 after their aircraft made an emergency landing, Nigeria's foreign minister said.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:19:31 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/burkina-faso-frees-nigerian-air-force-crew/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/ugandas-export-earnings-nearly-double-in-october-on-coffee-and-gold-sales/The combined strength of coffee and gold has provided a timely boost to Uganda’s external earnings, helping to support foreign exchange reserves and strengthen the shilling amid broader economic pressures.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:03:50 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/ugandas-export-earnings-nearly-double-in-october-on-coffee-and-gold-sales/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/hurricane-melissa-could-cost-jamaica-15bn-un/Fifty days after Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica, authorities are assessing the damage it left behind. The UN says it could cost the country up to $15 billion.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:14:11 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/hurricane-melissa-could-cost-jamaica-15bn-un/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/thousands-turn-out-to-pay-tribute-to-beloved-reggae-star-jimmy-cliff-at-kingston-memorial-/Beloved Jamaican reggae star Jimmy Cliff was celebrated at a memorial service in Kingston on Wednesday and thousands turned out to pay their respects.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:16:11 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/thousands-turn-out-to-pay-tribute-to-beloved-reggae-star-jimmy-cliff-at-kingston-memorial-/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/car-deploys-armed-forces-and-minusca-to-secure-elections/Reinforcements from the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) have been deployed in the Vakaga region with the support of the UN peacekeeping mission MINUSCA to help secure the elections.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:21:13 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/car-deploys-armed-forces-and-minusca-to-secure-elections/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/m23-announces-withdrawal-from-uvira-following-us-pressure/The rebel movement M23 has announced its exit from the strategically important city of Uvira in eastern DRC. This reportedly comes at the request of American mediators in the conflict between the M23 and the armed forces of the DR Congo.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:44:02 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/m23-announces-withdrawal-from-uvira-following-us-pressure/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/donald-trump-defends-first-year-back-in-office-in-politically-charged-speech/President Donald Trump delivered a politically charged speech Wednesday carried live in prime time on network television, seeking to pin the blame for economic challenges on Democrats while also repeating his claim of having ended "eight wars" in ten months.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:29:56 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/18/donald-trump-defends-first-year-back-in-office-in-politically-charged-speech/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-and-jordan-look-ahead-to-their-clash-in-the-arab-cup-final/The Jordan team now aims to claim their first major international trophy. Morocco secured their place in the final with a commanding 3-0 win over the UAE. Jordan vs Morocco kicks off on Thursday at 16GMT.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:08:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-and-jordan-look-ahead-to-their-clash-in-the-arab-cup-final/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/fifa-world-cup-winner-to-get-record-50-million-jackpot/The winner of the 2026 World Cup will receive a record jackpot of $50 million, FIFA said Wednesday.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:54:25 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/fifa-world-cup-winner-to-get-record-50-million-jackpot/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/spanish-police-evict-hundreds-of-mostly-illegal-migrants-living-in-a-squat/Many of the people moved into the empty school building when it was left abandoned in 2023.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:05:42 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/spanish-police-evict-hundreds-of-mostly-illegal-migrants-living-in-a-squat/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/nigeria-labour-union-protest-insecurity-in-lagos/Members of Nigeria’s main labour union took to the streets of Lagos on Wednesday to protest rising insecurity, calling on the government to take urgent action to protect lives and property. Hundreds of members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) marched through major roads in LagosWed, 17 Dec 2025 16:51:12 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/nigeria-labour-union-protest-insecurity-in-lagos/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/during-visit-to-ethiopia-indias-pm-modi-rallies-countries-from-global-south-to-stand-toget/Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi rallied countries from the Global South on Wednesday to stand up for themselves and stand together.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:25:19 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/during-visit-to-ethiopia-indias-pm-modi-rallies-countries-from-global-south-to-stand-toget/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/putin-warns-russia-will-extend-gains-in-ukraine-if-peace-talks-fail/He said Russia would achieve its goals by diplomatic or military means and would seek to expand a “security buffer” zone in Ukraine.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:46:28 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/putin-warns-russia-will-extend-gains-in-ukraine-if-peace-talks-fail/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/in-kenyas-kakamega-county-bullfighting-boost-the-economy-and-social-unity/In Kenya's Kakamega County, bullfighting boosts the economy and social unityWed, 17 Dec 2025 14:58:47 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/in-kenyas-kakamega-county-bullfighting-boost-the-economy-and-social-unity/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-are-all-set-to-host-their-second-africa-cup-of-nations/Morocco is stepping up preparations to host the Africa Cup of Nations, with the capital Rabat emerging as a main showcase of the country’s readiness ahead of the tournament’s kickoff on 21st December.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:48:46 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-are-all-set-to-host-their-second-africa-cup-of-nations/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-struggles-with-floods-as-safi-mourns-victims/Deadly floods in Safi, Morocco, have killed 37 people and damaged homes and roads, as authorities work to drain water and restore services after heavy rainfall.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:00:34 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Frederique Mauduit)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-struggles-with-floods-as-safi-mourns-victims/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/from-lapland-santa-prepares-to-deliver-gifts-worldwide/Finland’s Santa Claus Village near Rovaniemi is buzzing with early Christmas preparations, as visitors gather in Lapland despite late winter sunrises.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:59:56 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/from-lapland-santa-prepares-to-deliver-gifts-worldwide/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/moroccos-achraf-hakimi-picked-for-fifas-best-mens-xi-of-2025/After an outstanding 2024/25 season with Paris Saint Germain, Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi has another reason to celebrate: being picked for FIFA’s best Men’s XI of the year.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:43:43 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/moroccos-achraf-hakimi-picked-for-fifas-best-mens-xi-of-2025/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/rabat-ready-for-kick-off-with-afcon-just-days-away/Morocco is stepping up preparations to host the Africa Cup of Nations, with the capital Rabat emerging as a main showcase of the country’s readiness ahead of the tournament’s kickoff on Dec. 21.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:14:48 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/rabat-ready-for-kick-off-with-afcon-just-days-away/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/malian-judge-orders-return-of-gold-to-canadas-barrick-mining/It was seized in January from the company’s Loullo-Gounkoto complex following a confiscation order by a judge.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:05:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/malian-judge-orders-return-of-gold-to-canadas-barrick-mining/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/fifa-cuts-world-cup-ticket-prices-after-backlash-offers-60-seats-to-loyal-fans/Despite the controversy, demand remains huge, with FIFA reporting more than 20 million ticket requests in the latest sales phase.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:53:06 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/fifa-cuts-world-cup-ticket-prices-after-backlash-offers-60-seats-to-loyal-fans/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/south-africa-raids-us-refugee-centre-arrests-seven-kenyans/A centre in South Africa processing applications for the United States refugee program was raided by immigration and law enforcement officers, and seven Kenyan nationals were arrested for working there illegally, South Africa's Home Affairs Ministry said Wednesday.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:37:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/south-africa-raids-us-refugee-centre-arrests-seven-kenyans/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/sudan-tops-humanitarian-crisis-watchlist-for-third-year-in-a-row/Six of the top 10 countries on the International Rescue Committee's list are in Africa.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:24:22 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/sudan-tops-humanitarian-crisis-watchlist-for-third-year-in-a-row/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/thousands-cuban-pilgrims-flock-to-havanas-el-rincon-shrine-seeking-blessings-from-saint-la/Cuba saw thousands of devotees walk toward the shrine of El Rincon, on the outskirts of Havana, during the annual pilgrimage honouring Saint Lazarus.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:16:11 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/thousands-cuban-pilgrims-flock-to-havanas-el-rincon-shrine-seeking-blessings-from-saint-la/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-steps-up-nationwide-response-to-extreme-winter-weather/The operation aims to support tens of thousands of families with essential food supplies, blankets and other relief, with officials expecting to reach around 73,000 households in need. Red alerts have been issued for heavy snowfall — up to 80 centimetres in the High Atlas mountainsWed, 17 Dec 2025 10:44:19 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/morocco-steps-up-nationwide-response-to-extreme-winter-weather/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/south-african-dj-warras-fatally-shot-in-johannesburg/A popular South African radio and club DJ, Warrick Stock, also known as DJ Warras, was shot dead in the heart of Johannesburg on Tuesday, highlighting the country’s ongoing struggle with violent crime.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:34:10 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/south-african-dj-warras-fatally-shot-in-johannesburg/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/opposition-in-drc-raises-alarm-over-arrest-of-former-presidential-candidate-shadary/Opposition parties in the DRC are raising the alarm after the arrest of former presidential candidate Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary in Kinshasa on Tuesday.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:17:03 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/opposition-in-drc-raises-alarm-over-arrest-of-former-presidential-candidate-shadary/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/chaos-erupts-in-mexico-citys-congress-during-transparency-reform-debate/Mexico City’s Congress descended into a brief scuffle during a debate on transparency reform, leading to a walkout by the opposition and approval of the changes.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:01:02 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/chaos-erupts-in-mexico-citys-congress-during-transparency-reform-debate/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/psg-and-flamengo-set-to-face-off-in-fifa-interncontinental-cup-final-in-qatar/Having ended a long wait for a maiden Champions League title in May, Paris Saint-Germain will look to lift the FIFA Intercontinental Cup for the first time when they face Flamengo in Wednesday's final.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:25:40 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/psg-and-flamengo-set-to-face-off-in-fifa-interncontinental-cup-final-in-qatar/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/south-africa-moves-to-bring-home-citizens-trapped-in-ukraine-conflict/South African authorities are negotiating with Russia to secure the return of 17 South African men who ended up fighting in Ukraine.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:25:04 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/south-africa-moves-to-bring-home-citizens-trapped-in-ukraine-conflict/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/australia-begins-funerals-for-victims-of-bondi-beach-hanukkah-shooting/Australia has begun funerals in Sydney for victims of the antisemitic Bondi Beach shooting, as police guard services and investigations continueWed, 17 Dec 2025 08:33:07 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/australia-begins-funerals-for-victims-of-bondi-beach-hanukkah-shooting/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/central-african-republic-receives-key-electoral-materials-ahead-of-december-vote/The UN peacekeeping mission, MINUSCA, is providing crucial logistical and security support, including access to remote and hard-to-reach areas. With just days to go before the polls, the delivery marks a significant step forward in election preparations in the Central African Republic.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:53:53 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/central-african-republic-receives-key-electoral-materials-ahead-of-december-vote/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/trump-administration-expands-us-travel-ban-to-five-more-countries/Critics, however, argue the move unfairly targets people based on nationality. Refugee and human rights groups warn the expanded ban could block some of the world’s most thoroughly vetted migrants, including Afghans who assisted U.S. forces.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:56:54 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/12/17/trump-administration-expands-us-travel-ban-to-five-more-countries/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/ethiopian-pm-welcomes-indias-modi-in-addis-ababa-at-start-of-two-day-visit/India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ethiopia on Tuesday for a two-day tour of the east-African country.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:52:51 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/ethiopian-pm-welcomes-indias-modi-in-addis-ababa-at-start-of-two-day-visit/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/aitana-bonmati-and-ousmane-dembele-emerge-as-winners-at-the-fifa-awards/Ousmane Dembélé and Aitana Bonmatí were the headline winners at The Best FIFA Football Awards, held on Tuesday in Doha.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:50:35 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/aitana-bonmati-and-ousmane-dembele-emerge-as-winners-at-the-fifa-awards/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/rome-opens-two-new-metro-c-stations-showcasing-ancient-ruins-near-colosseum/Rome unveils two new Metro C stations near the Colosseum, featuring ancient artifacts. The project, nearly 20 years in the making, promises to ease city traffic.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:11:06 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/rome-opens-two-new-metro-c-stations-showcasing-ancient-ruins-near-colosseum/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/gazas-displaced-struggle-with-heavy-rain-and-cold-weather-in-fragile-tents/Gaza is facing another hardship as heavy rain and cold weather hit thousands of displaced people living in fragile tent camps.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:20:59 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Alexis Caraco)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/gazas-displaced-struggle-with-heavy-rain-and-cold-weather-in-fragile-tents/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/lagos-dog-carnival-returns-for-its-7th-edition/Dogs all dressed up in costumes and designer outfits paraded down a walkway in Nigeria on Saturday as the annual Lagos Dog Carnival returned.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:11:01 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/lagos-dog-carnival-returns-for-its-7th-edition/http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/drc-cautious-hope-and-skepticism-after-afc-m23-announces-withdrawal-from-uvira/In Uvira, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the announcement of the “unilateral” withdrawal of AFC-M23 fighters has revived hopes for a return to peace, while raising many questions.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:10:36 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/12/16/drc-cautious-hope-and-skepticism-after-afc-m23-announces-withdrawal-from-uvira/