No Comment Pope in Algeria urges forgiveness and reconciliation on historic visit Algeria welcomed Pope Leo XIV on Monday, 13 April 2026, marking the first visit by a pontiff to the Muslim-majority country, with a focus on interfaith dialogue and peace. 13/04/2026
Business Gas discovery off Egypt's coast comes at critical moment for Iran war ENI and Egypt have announced a significant gas discovery in the Eastern Mediterranean — a potential boost for Cairo as the Iran war sends energy import costs rocketing. 07/04/2026
Libya RFI Investigation: Ukrainian military in Libya and the strike on the Russian gas carrier Arctic Metagaz French journalists report the presence of more than 200 Ukrainian military specialists in Libya and their alleged involvement in the attack on the Arctic Metagaz vessel using a maritime drone. 04/04/2026
No Comment Nigeria worshippers mark Easter with Lagos street procession Nigeria marked Good Friday with hundreds of Catholic faithful marching through Lagos in a public reenactment of the Stations of the Cross, linking Christ’s suffering to the country’s economic pain. 03/04/2026
World News As Middle East burns, Europe turns to its southern neighbour— Africa For decades, Europe has been a key partner to Africa, providing aid development support and shaping governance frameworks, but critics say the model is out of step with a changing global reality. 02/04/2026
Africanews Malawi’s Chakwera warns: Fighting corruption can turn against you “The fight you engage in fights back," said the former president as he reflected on his time in power, corruption allegations and governance reform in Africa. 02/04/2026
No Comment Fuel shortages spark long queues at petrol stations in Johannesburg Motorists lined up at petrol stations in Johannesburg as fuel shortages and supply limits caused disruptions and raised concerns over rising costs. 01/04/2026
Partner content Why Mauritius Is the Perfect Island Escape Right Now Partner content presented by Mauritius Now Some places just have a way of making you exhale. Mauritius is one of them. 01/04/2026
No Comment Gabon’s tiny turtles race against extinction as funding for protection dries up Gabon is intensifying efforts to protect vulnerable sea turtle hatchlings as nesting season peaks between December and March along the country’s Atlantic coast. 27/03/2026
Djibouti Nine dead and 45 missing after migrant boat sinks off Djibouti The boat had left from the Djibouti port town of Obock with more than 300 people on board and was trying to cross the Bab el-Mandeb Strait when it went down on Tuesday. 27/03/2026
Sudan Sexual violence 'form of warfare' in Sudan war, UN representative says Sexual violence is being used as a weapon of war in Sudan, with women and girls bearing the brunt amid mass displacement and scarce health services, UNFPA country representative told Euronews. 26/03/2026
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe says 15 citizens killed after recruitment by Russia into war Ukrainian officials have estimated that more than 1,700 people from African countries may have been fraudulently recruited to fight for Russia. 25/03/2026
Europe News Meloni plans closer cooperation with Algeria to boost gas deliveries Italy, which generates more than 40% of its electricity from natural gas according to the International Energy Agency, has been negotiating with various countries to replace lost LNG supplies from Qatar. 25/03/2026
Egypt Egypt's energy crisis measures will not affect tourists, says minister Due to a severe energy crisis, the Egyptian government has decided to take short-term measures. 24/03/2026
Ecotech ‘Artificially cheap’ Chinese solar is ending – will Africa take a hit? Solar is Africa’s cheapest energy source. Changes to price incentives on Chinese imports could push prices up. 24/03/2026
Egypt Egypt deepens diplomacy amid Iran war tensions Egypt’s recent outreach comes as countries across the region try to contain the fallout from the war, with Gulf states under attack and leaders trying to avoid a wider conflict. 21/03/2026
Libya Russian tanker drifts into Libyan waters amid environmental warnings The Russian sanctioned tanker was damaged by explosions and has been drifting unmanned in the Mediterranean for several weeks. Several EU leaders warned the vessel, carrying hazardous cargo, could pose a serious environmental risk. 21/03/2026
Destinations How Egypt’s modern attractions are bringing its ancient past to life From the Grand Egyptian Museum to a new capital, the north African nation is showcasing its 'unmatched diversity' beyond pyramids and beach resorts. 19/03/2026
Africanews South African town divided over renaming after Robert Sobukwe The nearly 250-year-old town, known for its Cape Dutch architecture and tourism appeal, is among more than 1,500 places renamed since the end of apartheid to shed colonial-era legacies. But here, the change has sparked protests, petitions and concern over its real impact on everyday lives. 18/03/2026
Sport Ruling strips Senegal of AFCON 2025 title, declaring Morocco champions Two months after the final, Morocco has been awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title by the Confederation of African Football's appeal board. Senegal's 1-0 win in extra time is now officially a default 3-0 win for the host nation. 18/03/2026
No Comment Kenya: Nairobi building collapse kills at least two and injures several others Kenya is dealing with the aftermath of a building collapse in Nairobi that killed at least four people during a demolition that went wrong. 17/03/2026
Earth News Fossil fuel shocks strengthen Gulf investment in African renewables Gulf oil money is flowing into African renewables – and the Iran war is only accelerating the trend. 16/03/2026
Climate Deadly flooding hits Kenya's capital and Maasai Mara Locals say the capital was unprepared for such extreme weather, while tourists have been air lifted out of the national park. 09/03/2026
Destinations Mauritius: How to explore the island paradise beyond the beach While Mauritius is well known for its beautiful beaches and turquoise ocean, there are far more experiences to explore on the island. 09/03/2026
Travel News Untouched, wild, welcoming: Angola’s hidden tourism gem From untouched beaches to safari parks and one of Africa’s largest waterfalls, Angola is positioning itself as a rising tourism destination. At ITB in Berlin, the country unveiled its ambitious plans to transform tourism into a key economic pillar – while preserving its unique nature and culture. 07/03/2026
Libya Russian LNG tanker catches fire and sinks off the coast of Libya Libyan authorities said on Wednesday that the "Arctic Metagaz" tanker had sunk in the Mediterranean Sea between their coast and nearby Malta. 04/03/2026