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Madagascar military leader sacks cabinet in surprise move
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Col Randrianirina, who seized power last year, did not give a reason for dissolving his government.

Ghana calls on Commonwealth to condemn attack on its peacekeepers in Lebanon
Posted on Monday March 09, 2026

Four soldiers were injured but all are now in a stable condition, Ghana's army says.

Guinea opposition leader urges 'direct resistance' after 40 parties dissolved
Posted on Monday March 09, 2026

Cellou Dalein Diallo accuses the junta-leader-turned-president of erasing political threats.

Bitter times for cocoa farmers as chocolate market slumps
Posted on Monday March 09, 2026

Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.

Weight-loss treatments boom as Kenyan attitudes to beauty change
Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026

Kenyan celebrities are driving a surge in weight‑loss and cosmetic procedures, sparking criticism and concerns.

Kiplimo regains world half-marathon record in Lisbon
Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026

Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo regains the world half-marathon record as he claimed victory in Lisbon on Sunday.

Heavy rains and flooding kills at least 23 in Nairobi
Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026

Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged.

The young women who fought in Ethiopia's last civil war and don't want to see another one
Posted on Friday March 06, 2026

Female fighters recall how the conflict in the northern Tigray destroyed their lives, as fears grow that fighting could resume.

Ethiopia experiments with 'smart' police stations that have no officers
Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026

A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.

The devastating conflict where both sides have reasons to keep fighting
Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026

A strong supply of weapons and a history of long wars make Sudan's conflict particularly troubling.

Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel region
Posted on Monday March 02, 2026

Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.

Is Ethiopia heading back to war in Tigray?
Posted on Thursday February 26, 2026

Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.

Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front line
Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026

Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.

Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festival
Posted on Saturday February 21, 2026

Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.

The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest party
Posted on Tuesday February 17, 2026

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

Kenyans drop flowers for Valentine's bouquets of cash. Not everyone is impressed
Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026

Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.

A seat at the table or on the menu? Africa grapples with the new world order
Posted on Friday February 13, 2026

The US president has shaken up international relations and the continent is working out where it stands.

Regragui departs as Morocco appoint Ouahbi as new coach
Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026

Morocco part company with coach Walid Regragui four months before the World Cup finals, with Mohamed Ouahbi appointed in his place.

Allen century powers New Zealand to victory over South Africa in T20 World Cup semi-final
Posted on Wednesday March 04, 2026

Finn Allen strikes an unbeaten century as New Zealand demolish 2024 runners-up South Africa by nine wickets to reach a second Men's T20 World Cup final

Kosgei wins Tokyo Marathon in record time
Posted on Sunday March 01, 2026

Kenya's Brigid Kosgei sets a new course record of 2:14:29 with a commanding victory at the Tokyo Marathon.

Zimbabwe eliminated from World Cup after defeat to India
Posted on Thursday February 26, 2026

Defending champions India pile on 256-4 as they eliminate Zimbabwe from the T20 World Cup with victory in Chennai.

Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen 'because of Afcon'
Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026

The Africa Cup of Nations proved to be "a big stumbling block" when Manchester United discussed signing Victor Osimhen, according to former coach Benni McCarthy.

Joshua crash driver case adjourned to March
Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026

The driver of the car involved in a fatal crash involving British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has appeared in court in Nigeria.

Senegal decries imprisonment of fans after Afcon clashes
Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026

Senegal's prime minister says it is "regrettable" that 18 of its football fans have been handed prison sentences related to disturbances at the 2025 Afcon final.

Inside Ethiopia's 'smart' police station
Posted on Thursday March 05, 2026

Ethiopia unveils its first unmanned, 'smart' police station where citizens can report crimes on automated touch screens.

At the scene: Muslims killed 'over rejection of extremist ideology' in Nigeria
Posted on Thursday February 05, 2026

At least 78 bodies have been buried, while it's feared that more than 170 people were killed altogether.

'The water took everything': Mozambique hit by worst floods in decades
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Nearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in Mozambique

Jubilant Senegal fans join the Afcon champions parade
Posted on Tuesday January 20, 2026

Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.

Senegalese fans celebrate dramatic Afcon win
Posted on Monday January 19, 2026

Senegalese fans celebrate their team's victory at the Africa Cup of Nations.


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