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'I don't even know if my parents are alive' - the war heroes jailed 25 years ago
Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026

The children of key politicians jailed 25 years ago without a trace in Eritrea want answers.

Grim discoveries of murdered women spark fear in South Africa
Posted on Friday September 18, 2026

Dineo Motapane is one of nine recent victims whose deaths have left a nation traumatised over the level of violence against women.

'Enough is enough': Women protest after string of murders near Johannesburg
Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026

The police have since set up a task team to investigate the murders and have urged women in the Kempton Park area to avoid walking or running alone "particularly in isolated areas".

Postponement not an option as Kenya races to be ready for Afcon 2027
Posted on Saturday September 19, 2026

African football boss Patrice Motsepe wants a "heightened sense of urgency" from Afcon 2027 co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as they face a race to be ready.

Dozens of suspected illegal miners die in Nigerian custody
Posted on Friday September 18, 2026

Authorities linked the deaths to disease, but this has been disputed by intelligence reports and relatives of the accused.

British woman rescued in Malawi shootout that left four suspected kidnappers dead
Posted on Friday September 18, 2026

The mother of two young children was kidnapped last week in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

Senegal job an 'absolute dream' for new boss Vieira
Posted on Friday September 18, 2026

Former France international Patrick Vieira, a World Cup winner in 1998, says taking charge of Senegal, the nation of his birth, is an "honour".

'This is our company': Nigerians show off oil wealth after share-buying frenzy
Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026

Many Nigerians buy their first ever shares - in the oil refinery owned by Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote.

How Kenya won its bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

'It's like a dog set loose on us' - fear over Kenya's crackdown on foreign traders
Posted on Saturday September 12, 2026

The authorities have struggled to contain the fallout, as frightened migrants flee the country.

When will Africa get its next Ballon d'Or winner?
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Sadio Mane and Achraf Hakimi have been nominated for this year's Ballon d'Or - but when will an African claim football's top individual prize for the first time since 1995?

The wedding photographer of Darfur: Focusing on love in Sudan's war
Posted on Monday September 07, 2026

Having fled Sudan's besieged city of el-Fasher, a photographer turn his lens on more positive aspects of life.

Nigerian academic on rags to riches: 'Nothing good was supposed to come out of me'
Posted on Monday September 07, 2026

David Etor grew up in poverty in Nigeria, but now teaches engineering at the University of Bristol

What different world maps get right - and what they get wrong
Posted on Sunday September 06, 2026

As the UN adopts a new world map to reflect Africa's true size, let's take a closer look at what different maps get right and wrong.

Mbappe says he 'stands with Ceuta' after T-shirt row
Posted on Thursday September 17, 2026

Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.

Meet the Scottish teenagers poised to represent Uganda
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

Messi in Argentina squad for farewell against Benin
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Argentina name Lionel Messi in their squad for a friendly against Benin in October in a match which is set to be the forward's farewell to international football.

Mali midfielder Bissouma completes Ajax move
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

Former Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma has joined Ajax on an initial deal that runs until the end of the season.

LeBron the star as Angola aims to cash in on E1 racing
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.

Boks power & All Blacks of old - what did we learn from series?
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

What did we learn from South Africa's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series victory over New Zealand?

Kosgei wins Great North Run but McColgan withdraws
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Kenya's Brigid Kosgei wins the women's race at the Great North Run as Eilish McColgan drops out early with injury, while American Zouhair Talbi wins the men's event.

Nigeria’s ‘sarcasm queen’ answers ‘silly’ questions about Africa
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

How an African country got the 2029 World Athletics Championships
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

BBC Sport Africa's Celestine Karoney explains why the 2029 World Athletics Championships was given to Nairobi in Kenya, as the tournament will take place in Africa for the very first time.

'We are a great sporting nation' - Kenya president
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Kenya's president William Nato hails the country's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championship in Nairobi.

Were Christians the target of the Palm Sunday attack in Nigeria?
Posted on Thursday September 03, 2026

Gunmen opened fire in the city of Jos on 29 March.

Idi Amin's grandson fights at Commonwealth Games
Posted on Friday July 31, 2026

The grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin has caused controversy at the Commonwealth Games after being disqualified for headbutting his opponent.

What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?
Posted on Friday July 31, 2026

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.


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