Burkina Faso awards gold mine permit to Russian firm
Ouagadougou – Military-ruled Burkina Faso has awarded an exploration permit for a new gold mine to Russian firm Nordgold,... Read more
9 Dec, 2022
Iran triggers outrage with first hanging over protests
Paris – Iran carried out its first known execution on Thursday over the protests that have shaken the regime... Read more
9 Dec, 2022
A century on, French-built train in Ethiopia still ‘a blessing’
Dire Dawa – The train pulled out of Dire Dawa station with a creak and disappeared into the pre-dawn... Read more
8 Dec, 2022
Dior showcases fashion in shadow of Egypt’s pyramids
Cairo – French fashion house Dior on Saturday held its first show at Egypt’s ancient Giza pyramids, presenting its... Read more
4 Dec, 2022
Burkina Faso suspends French broadcaster RFI
Ouagadougou – Burkina Faso on Saturday ordered the immediate suspension of Radio France Internationale (RFI) broadcasts, accusing it of... Read more
4 Dec, 2022
Burkina Faso seeks French arms for anti-jihadist volunteers
Ouagadougou – Burkina Faso has asked France, its former colonial power and ally, to provide “weapons and ammunition” for... Read more
2 Dec, 2022
Argentina, Australia advance to World Cup last 16 as France upset
Doha – Lionel Messi’s Argentina booked their place in the last 16 of the World Cup on Wednesday with... Read more
1 Dec, 2022
WATCH | Biden to host Macron for White House state visit
Washington – France’s Emmanuel Macron was set to be hosted by President Joe Biden at the White House on... Read more
1 Dec, 2022
Brazil, Portugal join France in World Cup knockouts
Doha – Five-time champions Brazil and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal joined France in the World Cup knockout rounds with a... Read more
29 Nov, 2022
Messi magic reignites Argentina, France into World Cup last 16
Doha – Lionel Messi reignited Argentina’s World Cup challenge with a superb goal in a 2-0 win over Mexico... Read more
27 Nov, 2022
