Twenty killed in Sierra Leone attack and nearly 2,000 prisoners escape
The West African country was thrown into panic in the early hours when the assailants sent gunfire ringing across the capital Freetown.
Tue Nov 28 2023
Madonna more determined to help others' after recent hospital stay
The US hitmaker urged her fans to donate to a charity, which helps orphaned children in the African country Malawi.
Thu Aug 17 2023
First known UAE case of Omicron variant detected in fully vaccinated traveller
The variant was detected in an African woman who had travelled from an African country and transited through an Arab country, WAM said.
Thu Dec 02 2021
Algeria's former President Bouteflika dies at 84
Bouteflika, a veteran of Algeria's war for independence, had ruled the North African country for two decades before his resignation in 2019.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Tanzania to swear-in new president on Friday after death of Magufuli
Hassan's ascension to the presidency will make her East African country's first female head of state once she is sworn in as president.
Fri Mar 19 2021
Malaysian Embassy in Sudan monitoring students with COVID-19 symptoms
The Malaysian Embassy in Sudan is monitoring the conditions of Malaysian students with COVID-19 symptoms in the African country.
Tue Jun 09 2020
Egypt qualifies for 2018 World Cup after 2-1 win over Congo
Egypt become the second African country after Nigeria to secure its place in the FIFA World Cup finals in Russia, a long-awaited qualification that gets Egypt into the top world soccer competition.
Mon Oct 09 2017
Mauritania breaks diplomatic ties with Qatar
The West African country of Mauritania, a member of the Arab League, severed ties with Qatar on Tuesday over allegations it "supports terrorists".
Wed Jun 07 2017
Corruption: Acting GLC CEO remanded for 6 days
An acting CEO of a government linked company was remanded for six days today to assist in investigations into a corruption and power abuse case involving an E-passport project in an African country.
Fri Jan 20 2017
MH370: Debris found in Mozambique to be transferred to Australia for inspection
The airplane debris found in the African country of Mozambique would be transferred to Australia for examination
Thu Mar 03 2016
Mali seeks to contain Ebola fears after girl dies
Mali authorities on Saturday sought to calm fears after Ebola claimed its first victim in the African country, a contagious toddler who took a 1,000-kilometre bus journey before being treated.
Sun Oct 26 2014
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024