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Niger: President Mohamed Bazoum detained by the presidential guard

Niger, a large but severely poor former French colony, has seen frequent military coups and army rebellions since independence in 1960.

Sudan

Thousands stream out of capital as Sudan fighting eclipses new truce

Sudanese and foreigners streamed out of the capital of Khartoum and other battle zones, as fighting Tuesday shook a new three-day truce.

Sudan

UN fears more displacement from Sudan as people flee country

The UN fears that there could be more 'displacement' from Sudan as thousands stream into neighbouring countries despite a tenuous cease-fire.

World

'Europe can count on Angola' for energy, says President Lourenço

Euronews speaks to President João Lourenço about the war in Ukraine, efforts for peace in Africa, and how Angola could solve Europe's energy concerns.

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Uganda

Uganda condemns EU resolution slamming oil pipeline

Uganda slammed a resolution by the European Union’s Parliament calling for a halt to extractive activities in protected ecosystems in an oil pipeline project.

South Africa

South Africa's last apartheid president de Klerk dies aged 85

South Africa's last apartheid president de Klerk dies aged 85

Sudan

Sudan coup: UN set for emergency meeting after military seize power

Sudan’s military seized power Monday, arresting Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok and other officials of the transitional government.

Sudan

Protesters take to streets after Sudan's military seizes power in coup

A possible takeover by the military would be a major setback for Sudan, which has grappled with a transition to democracy since long-time autocrat Omar al-Bashir was toppled by mass protests.

Green News

Euroviews. Ethiopia’s 'progressive' approach to tackling climate change explained

AEPAC Chairman Mesfin Tegenu explains how Ethiopia’s approach to combatting the climate crisis is innovative and promotes citizen engagement.

Focus

DRC's drive to move forward

In partnership with Primature DRC

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is striving to break from its economic and Covid challenges with dynamic initiatives in education and investment

Tunisia

Tunisia on edge as president suspends parliament, fires PM

Clashes erupted in Tunisia after President Kais Saied suspended the legislature and fired the prime minister. Some celebrated the decision while others accused Saied of a power grab.

Ethiopia

Ethiopia's ruling party wins national election in landslide

The ruling party won 410 seats out of 436 contested in the federal parliament, which will see dozens of other seats remain vacant after one-fifth of constituencies didn't vote due to unrest or logistical reasons.

Mali

Mali coup leader becomes transitional President

President N'Daw and Prime Minister Moctar Ouane resigned on Wednesday after they were released from detention.

World

"Europe's response should be to talk to Africans" – Felix Tshisekedi

Days after the Summit on the Financing of African Economies in Paris, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Felix Tshisekedi, gives Euronews his insight into the continent's finances, the migrant situation, terrorist threats and good governance.

Chad

Chadian president killed after 30 years in power, military announces

Idriss Deby was killed on Tuesday on the battlefield in a fight against rebels, the country's top military commander said.

Kenya

Kenya's former president Daniel arap Moi dies at 95

The former president of Kenya, who was in power for over 20 years, died at the age of 95.