http://www.africanews.com/feed/rssReceive free and in real-time all news published by africanews.com, by subscribing to our RSS feeds.Tue, 14 Oct 2025 06:44:13 +0000http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/14/madagascars-president-says-he-fled-the-country-in-fear-for-his-life-refuses-to-resign/Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina said he fled the country in fear for his life following a military rebellion but did not announce his resignation in a speech broadcast on national televisionTue, 14 Oct 2025 06:44:13 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/14/madagascars-president-says-he-fled-the-country-in-fear-for-his-life-refuses-to-resign/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/14/un-says-the-drc-rwanda-peace-deal-is-not-being-respected/The UN now says that the peace deal is not being respected. They have further warned of a dire humanitarian situation in the Congo due to the ongoing conflict.Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:32:07 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/14/un-says-the-drc-rwanda-peace-deal-is-not-being-respected/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/egypt-trump-urges-world-leaders-to-seize-momentum-for-peace-at-gaza-peace-summit/The US president signed a document that he says lays the groundwork for Gaza's future.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:27:48 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/egypt-trump-urges-world-leaders-to-seize-momentum-for-peace-at-gaza-peace-summit/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/trump-lauds-historic-dawn-of-a-new-middle-east-as-20-israeli-hostages-freed/The US president spoke in the Knesset, Israel's parliament, after Hamas handed over the remaining 20 living Israeli hostages from Gaza.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:22:49 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/trump-lauds-historic-dawn-of-a-new-middle-east-as-20-israeli-hostages-freed/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/tunisia-wraps-up-world-cup-qualifying-with-3-0-win-against-namibia/With its spot in the 2026 World Cup already secured, Tunisia closed its African qualifying run with a comfortable 3-0 home win over Namibia on Monday.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:03:15 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/tunisia-wraps-up-world-cup-qualifying-with-3-0-win-against-namibia/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascar-wins-third-edition-of-our-generation-junior-song-contest-in-russia/The final of the contest's third edition took place in Moscow on Saturday.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:54:04 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascar-wins-third-edition-of-our-generation-junior-song-contest-in-russia/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascars-president-andry-rajoelina-reportedly-flees-country-as-military-unit-joins-prot/After weeks of anti-government protests, President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly left the country, shortly before he was due to address the nation.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:28:07 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascars-president-andry-rajoelina-reportedly-flees-country-as-military-unit-joins-prot/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/living-with-lions-encounters-with-wild-animals-on-the-rise-near-nairobi-national-park/For many visitors to Kenya’s capital Nairobi, the chance at seeing lions in the city’s National Park is a major draw. But as residential settlements spring up around the park, lions are increasingly wandering into people’s yards, preying on livestock, pets – and sometimes even humans.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:53:58 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/living-with-lions-encounters-with-wild-animals-on-the-rise-near-nairobi-national-park/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/timbuktu-marks-700-years-of-iconic-mosque-with-community-celebration-and-restoration/In the heart of Timbuktu, hundreds of residents gathered in a powerful display of unity and heritage, coming together to replaster the Djingarey Ber Mosque, an annual tradition that this year carries special significance. The mosque, built in 1325 by Emperor Mansa Musa, marks its 700th anniversary.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:45:20 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/timbuktu-marks-700-years-of-iconic-mosque-with-community-celebration-and-restoration/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/venezuelans-in-colombia-call-for-release-of-political-prisoners/Venezuelans living in Colombia gathered on Saturday night to pray and demand the release of political prisoners in their homeland, calling for an end to persecution and inhumane treatment.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:28:06 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/venezuelans-in-colombia-call-for-release-of-political-prisoners/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/tunisia-a-new-exhibition-highlights-italian-influence-on-tunisian-architecture/The touring exhbition opened in Ahmed Bey Palace in La Marsa last week, before moving to Tunis.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:31:54 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/tunisia-a-new-exhibition-highlights-italian-influence-on-tunisian-architecture/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/us-and-egyptian-presidents-to-chair-a-summit-for-peace/U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi chaired a high-stakes “Summit for Peace” this week, bringing together world leaders to support efforts to end the two-year-long war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:11:37 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/us-and-egyptian-presidents-to-chair-a-summit-for-peace/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/mali-slaps-visa-bond-on-us-travelers-in-retaliation/The Foreign Ministry in Bamako announced the decision on Sunday, calling it a reciprocal response to US rules set to take effect on October 23 that will require Malian business and tourist visa applicants to post bonds of $5,000 to $10,000.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:08:52 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/mali-slaps-visa-bond-on-us-travelers-in-retaliation/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/thousands-gather-at-fatima-shrine-for-final-pilgrimage-of-the-year/Thousands of pilgrims gathered at Portugal’s Fatima Shrine over the weekend to take part in the candlelight and farewell processions marking the traditional October pilgrimage.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:08:15 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/thousands-gather-at-fatima-shrine-for-final-pilgrimage-of-the-year/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/heavy-rain-causes-major-flood-damage-in-moroccos-nador-province/Heavy rain has caused major flood damage in Morocco's Nador province. The northeastern coastal city saw 66 millimeters of rain in just 24 hours, leaving streets homes and vehicles underwater.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:12:38 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/heavy-rain-causes-major-flood-damage-in-moroccos-nador-province/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/ethiopia-one-womans-mission-to-protect-addis-ababas-abandoned-dogs/Feven Melese has created a shelter to rescue Ethiopia's abandoned dogs. She also hopes to change people's perception of dogs.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:51:05 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/ethiopia-one-womans-mission-to-protect-addis-ababas-abandoned-dogs/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/afcon-2025-ticket-sales-officially-open/Football fans now have a chance to grab their spot for AFCON 2025. The Confederation of African Football has officially opened ticket sales with Visa cardholders getting 48 hour priority access.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:04:38 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/afcon-2025-ticket-sales-officially-open/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/world-leaders-gather-in-sharm-el-sheikh-for-gaza-peace-summit/The Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el Sheikh where leaders from more than 20 countries are gathering to hammer out the next steps in the Israel-Hamas peace process.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:58:48 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/world-leaders-gather-in-sharm-el-sheikh-for-gaza-peace-summit/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/xi-jinping-urges-greater-role-for-women-in-politics-and-governance/Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for greater female representation in politics and government, emphasizing the need to "internalise" gender equality across all levels of society.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:46:10 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/xi-jinping-urges-greater-role-for-women-in-politics-and-governance/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/storm-alice-batters-spains-east-and-balearic-islands-with-flooding-and-travel-chaos/Storm Alice has battered Spain’s eastern coast and the Balearic Islands, bringing torrential rain, flooding and travel chaos across the region.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:18:16 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/storm-alice-batters-spains-east-and-balearic-islands-with-flooding-and-travel-chaos/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascan-president-expected-to-deliver-speech-amid-growing-tensions/Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina has been noticeably absent since last Saturday, only breaking his silence with a brief statement claiming he’s still on Madagascan territory and strongly condemning what he described as an attempted destabilization and illegal seizure of power.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:44:42 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascan-president-expected-to-deliver-speech-amid-growing-tensions/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/42-dead-in-south-africa-limpopo-bus-crash/A bus veered off a road and plunged down an embankment on a steep mountain pass in northern South Africa, killing at least 42 people and leaving another 49 passengers injured, authorities said Monday.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:40:23 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/42-dead-in-south-africa-limpopo-bus-crash/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/israel-celebrates-release-of-soldier-held-by-hamas-since-2023/Family and friends of Israeli soldier Matan Angrest gathered in celebration early Friday following his release from Hamas captivity after 738 days.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:26:03 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/israel-celebrates-release-of-soldier-held-by-hamas-since-2023/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/idf-announces-successful-transfer-of-seven-hostages-to-the-red-cross/In a landmark moment following two years of devastating conflict, Hamas on Monday released seven hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:10:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/idf-announces-successful-transfer-of-seven-hostages-to-the-red-cross/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascar-president-alleges-coup-as-soldiers-join-anti-government-protests/A surreal scene unfolded in Madagascar’s capital on Sunday as soldiers were cheered by anti-government protesters, creating a volatile atmosphere after President Andry Rajoelina announced an attempted coup was in progress.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:08:15 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/madagascar-president-alleges-coup-as-soldiers-join-anti-government-protests/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/voters-head-to-polls-as-cameroons-paul-biya-eyes-extended-term/Voters in Cameroon went to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election that is widely expected to see 92-year-old Paul Biya, Africa’s longest-serving leader, extend his 42-year rule for another seven years.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:20:21 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/13/voters-head-to-polls-as-cameroons-paul-biya-eyes-extended-term/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/gabon-presidents-party-wins-parliamentary-majority/President Brice Oligui Nguema's Democratic Union of Builders (UDB) was on course to win 55 seats in the 145-seat national assembly, results showedSun, 12 Oct 2025 14:40:11 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/gabon-presidents-party-wins-parliamentary-majority/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/cameroon-votes-as-president-biya-seeks-to-extend-long-rule/Analysts have predicted a victory for President Paul Biya. Now 92, he would be 99 by the time his term finishesSun, 12 Oct 2025 16:04:09 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/cameroon-votes-as-president-biya-seeks-to-extend-long-rule/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/opposition-leader-wins-presidential-vote-in-seychelles/Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, according to official results released early SundaySun, 12 Oct 2025 11:59:49 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/opposition-leader-wins-presidential-vote-in-seychelles/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/madagascar-soldiers-join-protestors-as-president-denounces-coup-attempt/The troops are from the same unit that helped Rajoelina take power for the first time sixteen years ago following nationwide protestsSun, 12 Oct 2025 10:44:25 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/madagascar-soldiers-join-protestors-as-president-denounces-coup-attempt/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/botswana-new-rule-to-promote-local-ownership-of-mines/Companies are required to sell a 24% stake in new concessions to local investors if the government chooses not to buy. Botswana, the world's top diamond producer by value is keen to increase local ownership of its mineral wealth and to promote local value additionSun, 12 Oct 2025 08:42:46 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/botswana-new-rule-to-promote-local-ownership-of-mines/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/tear-gas-and-arrests-in-abidjan-as-opposition-defies-protest-ban/An August march in Abidjan saw thousands of people from different political parties march against President Ouattara’s fourth term bid. Authorities say Saturday’s march was banned to maintain public orderSun, 12 Oct 2025 07:06:30 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/12/tear-gas-and-arrests-in-abidjan-as-opposition-defies-protest-ban/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/no-foul-play-in-the-death-of-south-african-ambassador-authorities-say/No signs of foul play have been found in the death of South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, authorities say. The exact cause is still unknown. French investigators are working closely with South African officials as the probe continues.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 15:02:04 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/no-foul-play-in-the-death-of-south-african-ambassador-authorities-say/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/tens-of-thousands-of-palestinians-return-to-devastated-northern-gaza-amid-ceasefire/Tens of thousands of Palestinians began returning Saturday to the devastated northern Gaza Strip after a U.S.‑brokered ceasefire came into effect.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 14:09:16 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/tens-of-thousands-of-palestinians-return-to-devastated-northern-gaza-amid-ceasefire/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/king-mohammed-vi-addresses-parliament-amid-mounting-tensions/King Mohammed VI, flanked by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and Prince Moulay Rachid, addressed Parliament Friday to begin the final legislative year. He urged lawmakers to act with “seriousness and responsibility,” to finish pending bills, and drive forward national projects.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 14:08:31 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/king-mohammed-vi-addresses-parliament-amid-mounting-tensions/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/trump-threatens-new-100-tariff-on-chinese-imports/President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s placing an additional 100% tax on Chinese imports starting on Nov. 1 or sooner, potentially escalating tariff rates close to levels that in April fanned fears of a global recession.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:21:17 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/trump-threatens-new-100-tariff-on-chinese-imports/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/seychelles-runoff-vote-could-reshape-island-nations-course/Seychellois voters went to the polls Saturday in a closely watched presidential runoff between incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan and challenger Patrick Herminie. The two face off after neither won an outright majority in the first round two weeks earlier.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 09:21:39 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/seychelles-runoff-vote-could-reshape-island-nations-course/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/trump-supporters-disappointed-after-nobel-peace-prize-goes-to-venezuelas-machado/Disappointment is rippling through Donald Trump supporters in Florida after Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize not the former US president.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 07:37:13 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/11/trump-supporters-disappointed-after-nobel-peace-prize-goes-to-venezuelas-machado/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/ivory-coast-launches-high-stakes-presidential-campaign-amid-tensions/The official campaign for Ivory Coast’s presidential election commenced on Friday, setting the stage for a tense two-week race that will determine the future leadership of a nation still grappling with the legacy of past electoral violence.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 20:13:10 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/ivory-coast-launches-high-stakes-presidential-campaign-amid-tensions/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/dream-city-biennale-turns-tunis-medina-into-living-work-of-art/For its tenth edition, the Dream City biennale brings the medina of Tunis to life. The result of two years of work led by the association L’Art Rue, the festival transforms the alleys, houses, and squares of the old city into open stages for contemporary creation.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:26:05 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/dream-city-biennale-turns-tunis-medina-into-living-work-of-art/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/tel-aviv-gathers-in-prayer-as-israel-takes-step-toward-gaza-truce/Jewish worshippers gathered for morning prayers at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv on Friday as Israel prepared to implement the first phase of a long-awaited peace plan.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:17:00 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/tel-aviv-gathers-in-prayer-as-israel-takes-step-toward-gaza-truce/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/ethiopian-coffee-exports-earn-more-than-500-million-in-just-two-months/Ethiopia’s coffee industry has made a strong start to the fiscal year, exporting 80,000 metric tonnes of coffee in just two months. That’s brought in more than 540 million dollars.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:14:34 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/ethiopian-coffee-exports-earn-more-than-500-million-in-just-two-months/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/president-tinubu-grants-clemency-to-175-nigerians-pardons-national-heroes/Observers have hailed the gesture as a symbolic step toward reconciliation and human rights restoration, marking a break from the authoritarian legacy of Nigeria’s past.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:57:26 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/president-tinubu-grants-clemency-to-175-nigerians-pardons-national-heroes/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/burkina-faso-rejects-indecent-us-proposal-to-accept-deportees/Burkina Faso says it has refused a proposal from the Trump administration to accept non-citizens deported from the United States.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:23:23 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/burkina-faso-rejects-indecent-us-proposal-to-accept-deportees/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/gaza-ceasefire-triggers-mass-return-of-displaced-palestinians-to-their-homes/A historic ceasefire came into effect in Gaza at noon local time on Friday, marking the first cessation of fighting since March and setting in motion a U.S.-drafted plan to end the two-year war.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:36:34 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/gaza-ceasefire-triggers-mass-return-of-displaced-palestinians-to-their-homes/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/expert-urges-africa-to-fix-not-abandon-the-icc/The remarks come as divisions deepen across Africa on whether to reform or abandon the ICC amid mounting concerns over justice and sovereignty.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:40:50 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/expert-urges-africa-to-fix-not-abandon-the-icc/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/kenya-project-looks-at-impact-of-climate-change-on-womens-mental-health/Ahead of World Mental Health Day, a project in rural Kenya has been studying the possible effects of climate change on mental health. A survey of nearly 15,000 women produced concerning signs, with results suggesting droughts and heat waves are linked with much higher levels of suicidal thoughts.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:30:40 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/kenya-project-looks-at-impact-of-climate-change-on-womens-mental-health/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/senegal-reports-17-deaths-in-rare-rift-valley-fever-outbreak/Senegal’s last major RVF epidemic in the 1980s killed more than 200 people, and health officials are now urging preventive vaccination of livestock and stronger mosquito control to curb the spread.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:05:54 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/senegal-reports-17-deaths-in-rare-rift-valley-fever-outbreak/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/protests-over-fuel-price-hikes-plunge-ecuador-into-political-crisis/Ecuador is facing one of its most tense political moments in years, as protests over the government’s decision to cut diesel subsidies stretch into a third week.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:50:38 +0000editorial@africanews.comhttp://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/protests-over-fuel-price-hikes-plunge-ecuador-into-political-crisis/http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/venezuela-opposition-leader-maria-corina-machado-wins-nobel-peace-prize/Opposition activist María Corina Machado of Venezuela won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:15:55 +0000editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)http://www.africanews.com/2025/10/10/venezuela-opposition-leader-maria-corina-machado-wins-nobel-peace-prize/