African politics

Niger

Niger in the grip of attempted coup against President Mohamed Bazoum

Disgruntled members of the elite Presidential Guard sealed off access to the president's residence and offices in the capital Niamey, and after talks broke down "refused to release the president," said an anonymous presidential source.

27 July 2023

Niger

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.

26 July 2023

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.

26 April 2023

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.

25 April 2023

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.

3 March 2023

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.

19 September 2022

South Africa

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

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

11 November 2021

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.

26 October 2021

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.

25 October 2021

Earth 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.

6 August 2021

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

4 August 2021

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.

26 July 2021

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.

11 July 2021

Mali

Mali coup leader becomes transitional President

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

29 May 2021

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.

26 May 2021

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.

20 April 2021