Africa

Iran Denies Cooperation with Morocco’s Polisario Front

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has rejected the allegation that Iran’s Embassy in Algeria is cooperating with the Polisario Front.

Iran, Zanzibar Call for Expansion of Ties

The Chairman of Iran-Zanzibar Parliamentary Friendship Group and the Minister of Constitutional and Legal Affairs of the semi-autonomous region of Tanzania have called for promotion of relations between the two sides.

Iran Welcomes African Union’s Stance on Syria Developments

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has welcomed the recent statement by the African Union on developments in Syria.

Iran, Namibia Condemn Use of Chemicals in Syria

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Namibian counterpart Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah have discussed issues of mutual interest in Windhoek.

Iran Sympathises with Algeria over Deadly Plane Crash

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has expressed sympathy over the crash of a military plane in Algeria which left dozens of people dead.

Iran FM Wraps Up Senegal Visit, Arrives in Brazil

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Senegalese President and Parliament Speaker in Dakar before leaving the West African country for Brasília.

Iran, Senegal to Boost Scientific Cooperation

Iran’s Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology and the Senegalese government have agreed to forge closer scientific cooperation, especially in the field of nanotechnology.

Dakar, Tehran Discuss Mutual Cooperation in Gas, Oil

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Senegalese counterpart Sidiki Kaba have conferred on expansion of bilateral ties in various fields, particularly oil and gas cooperation.

“Iran, Senegal Bridge between West Asia, West Africa”

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has described Iran and Senegal as two major countries that can serve as a bridge between West Asia and West Africa.

Iran Resolved to Boost Business Ties with Developing Countries

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s ongoing visit to Africa and his later trips to South America are aimed at enhancing Tehran’s business relations with developing countries.

FM Zarif Leaves Tehran for Dakar

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday departed for the Senegalese capital of Dakar at the head of a politico-economic delegation.

Iran FM to Start Tour of Africa, Latin America Sunday

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday will begin his visits to several African and South American countries at the head of a politico-economic delegation.

Iran President Congratulates Senegal on National Day

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has felicitated the Senegalese nation and government on the African country’s Independence Day, which is annually celebrated on April 4.

Winnie Mandela’s Demise Tragic Loss to Entire World: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has condoled with the South African nation and government and fans of Nelson Mandela’s thoughts on the passing of his ex-wife, Winnie Mandela.

16 Killed in Attack on French Embassy, Army HQ in Burkina Faso (+Video)

At least 16 people, including eight gunmen, lost their lives and dozens were wounded in coordinated attacks on the French embassy and army headquarters in Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou.

Senegal’s Police Fleet Upgraded by Iranian-Made Car

Iran Khodro Industrial Group, the country’s biggest car manufacturer, has exported the first consignment of its Dena Plus cars to Senegal to be used in the African country’s police fleet.

Iran’s Rouhani Congratulates South Africa’s New President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Cyril Ramaphosa on his election as South Africa’s new president.

38 Killed in Twin Car Blasts in Somalian Capital (+Video)

At least 38 have lost their lives after two car bomb blasts claimed by al-Shabab hit an area close to the presidential palace in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia.

Terrorist Attack on Libyan Mosque Kills 2, Wounds 75 (+Video)

At least two people have been killed and scores wounded after a twin-bombing struck a mosque in the Majouri district of Benghazi on Friday.

90 Migrants Feared Dead in Boat Accident off Libya

90 people are feared drowned after a smuggler's boat carrying mostly Pakistani migrants capsized off Libyan coast, says the UN's migration agency.

Iran Condemns Libya Terrorist Attacks

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has condemned the deadly terrorist bomb attacks in the Libyan city of Benghazi, calling for a global campaign against terror.

Twin Car Blasts outside Benghazi Mosque Kill 33 (+Video)

Two car bombings outside a mosque in Libya’s Benghazi has left at least 33 people dead and 50 wounded, including senior security figures.

Iran to Work Closely with Ghana, Cyprus on All Fronts

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country is willing to promote its relations and cooperation with Ghana and Cyprus in all economic, scientific and cultural areas.

Iran President Blasts Trump’s Remarks about Africa

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani condemned the US president’s comments about Africa, saying that Trump has not understood the grandeur of African people.

Iran Ready to Manufacture Tractor in Senegal: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Speaker of the Senegalese Parliament Moustapha Niasse have called for expansion of bilateral ties, particularly in the field of agriculture.

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