By Rédaction Africanews Morocco is currently experiencing a cold wave affecting several regions of the Kingdom, particularly mountainous and inland areas. The drop in temperatures has been accompanied by snowfall on high-altitude zones, causing difficult conditions for local populations and road users. Authorities have raised the level of mobilization nationwide to assist affected communities, ensure the continuity of traffic, and provide support to vulnerable populations. Emergency teams have been deployed to clear snow-covered roads and monitor weather-related risks. Citizens are urged to take necessary precautions as the cold spell is expected to continue over the coming days, while relevant services…
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By Rédaction Africanews with agencies A judge in Mali has ordered the return of three metric tonnes of gold worth about $400 million to Canada’s Barrick Mining. It was seized by military helicopter in January from the company’s Loullo-Gounkoto complex following a confiscation order by a judge. The gold has reportedly been held since then in a bank vault in the country’s capital, Bamako. January’s seizure order came under Mali’s new mining code introduced by the military-led government which aims to strengthen the state’s share of extractive revenues. Gold is a pillar of the national economy and represents more than…
By Rédaction Africanews 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 the commercial capital, carrying placards and chanting slogans against kidnappings, armed robberies, and killings across the country. The protesters said worsening insecurity was affecting workers’ safety and livelihoods, with many afraid to commute or travel for the festive season. Labour leaders accused the government of failing to address the situation despite repeated…
By Rédaction Africanews 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. Across the city, signs of the monthlong competition are increasingly visible. Streets and public squares are lined with African flags, while countdown installations and transport hubs have been decorated with the tournament’s colors. Trams, trains and stations — including a newly built stop next to the Prince Moulay Abdellah Complex — have adopted Africa Cup branding as officials work to present a unified look…
It is a well-known fact that farming is the backbone of most African economies, providing livelihoods and income for hundreds of millions. But what is not often talked about is how much farming affects the health of our people, our animals, and our environment. Farmers are not just growing food. They are stewards of our land and front-line defenders against disease. They play a crucial role in preventing the spread of harmful germs, including those that can make people and animals very sick. In Africa, farmers are as important to health as doctors and nurses. Yet too often, we treat…
By Ray Langa, Group Chief Executive – Leagas Delaney South Africa and Dark Arts Studio As the year edges to a close, this piece offers a sharp reflection on how 2025 reshaped Leagas Delaney South Africa and Dark Arts Studio, from creative breakthroughs to global expansion, and sets the stage for the ambitions guiding 2026. It explores the growth of the group, the rise of Dark Arts Studio as a global delivery partner, and the lessons drawn from a year defined by pace and possibility. The perspective comes from Ray Langa, Group Chief Executive, whose fifteen years in creative and strategic leadership bring…
The failed coup in Benin has revived debate over whether ECOWAS can reclaim its authority after years of military takeovers across West Africa. When rebels briefly claimed power in Cotonou, swift coordination between Benin’s loyalist forces and regional allies—led by Nigeria—helped keep President Patrice Talon in office. The intervention marked ECOWAS’s first military deployment in nearly a decade and contrasted sharply with its inaction during recent coups elsewhere. Analysts suggest ECOWAS was motivated to defend one of West Africa’s most stable democracies and prevent Benin from joining the alliance of military-led states. Still, analysts caution that one success does not erase deeper…
By Rédaction Africanews and AP Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi rallied countries from the Global South on Wednesday to stand up for themselves and stand together. Modi was speaking to MPs in Ethiopia, where he’s on the second leg of a three-nation tour. “Solidarity is strength, and cooperation is power. Today, as nations of the Global South and as ancient civilisations, as friends, India and Ethiopia are standing together.” He reminded his audience of their victory in a 19th century battle against Italian invaders. “This morning, I had the honour to lay a wreath at the Adwa Victory Monument,” Modi…
The fall in cocoa prices has accelerated, with a 45% drop since the beginning of the year. This decline in prices began in January. Key figures : 45% = fall in cocoa prices since January 2025 $5,000 = current price of a ton of cocoa 60% = share of Ivory Coast and Ghana in global cocoa production ‘After two years of tension, the current correction is bringing cocoa prices back to more rational levels. But it would be illusory to talk about normalization: the sector remains fragile due to structural constraints and a very high geographical concentration of bean production.’ Simon…
Rwanda and the Gambia are at the top spot of the 2025 Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI), with both countries being the most visa-open countries to Africans. This year’s index report saw 11 African countries increase their index score, while nine decreased, and 34 countries made no changes to their visa rules. The index measures the extent to which African countries are open to visitors from other countries on the continent, taking into account visa requirements across African Union member states. Both Rwanda and the Gambia scored a perfect 1.000 on the index, indicating the ease of access for African…