NewsAfricaSouth Africa and Ghana in diplomatic row over alleged killing of migrantSouth Africa denies claims that a Ghanaian citizen was killed in anti-migrant protests in Cape Town.7 hrs agoAfricaKillers of British couple in South Africa sentenced to lifeThe pair had been collecting rare plants and seeds before their bodies were found days later in a river.1 hr agoAfricaNigeria to seek compensation for property abandoned by citizens fleeing South AfricaNigeria's High Commissioner says businesses and properties left behind by returnees are being documented.1 day agoAfricaSudan's RSF committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, Amnesty says The Amnesty report adds to evidence of atrocities in el-Fasher, which the UN says bore the hallmarks of genocide.2 days agoAfricaResidents of Ethiopian town forced to kill hundreds of their own dogs after rabies deathsSome residents reluctantly hung their dogs to avoid being arrested or fined, locals tell the BBC.5 hrs agoAfricaFirst Afcon, now World Cup - Senegal trapped in 'football hell'Senegal's nightmarish year continues, with a heart-breaking collapse against Belgium featuring late penalty drama which was remarkably similar to events in this year's chaotic Afcon final.8 hrs agoAfrica SportLopes will relish Messi duel, says Cape Verde defender's motherThe prospect of facing World Cup record goalscorer Lionel Messi in a knockout game would strike fear into most defenders, but not Roberto Lopes, according to the Cape Verde defender's mother. 13 hrs agoWorld CupAfrica at the World CupLatest ever winner, comeback and controversy - Senegal's remarkable exitLate drama, controversy, history and heartbreak - the World Cup last-32 tie between Belgium and Senegal had everything.Gueye quits Senegal until coaching staff replacedSenegal midfielder Pape Gueye says he will be "taking a break" from playing for his country while the current management is in charge.Belgium come from 2-0 down to beat Senegal with last-gasp extra-time penaltyBelgium fight back from 2-0 to beat Senegal with last-gasp penalty in extra time and reach World Cup last 16.Heartbreak for DR Congo as England score two late goalsEngland set up a World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico on Monday, 6 July (01:00 BST) - which you can watch on the BBC.Flooding hits Ghana's capital killing 13 people - with another storm forecastPeople have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors as more rain is expected to come.Features and analysisHit South African show gets the world talking about polygamy and cheatingThe Zulu-language series about a man with multiple wives is a worldwide hit. Africa's World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answersThe 2026 World Cup has been an amazing story for African football - while Asia has been left to reflect on failure.Twins marry twins in joyous Nigerian joint weddingBrothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye speak to the BBC after getting hitched to twin sisters.'I buried my parents one day after the other' - Ebola mourners learn how to grieve safelyA cemetery at the epicentre of the outbreak is rapidly filling up, however large traditional funerals have been scrapped.'They came with machetes' - deadline looms for migrants to leave South AfricaProtesters have set 30 June as the date for all undocumented migrants to leave the country.African sportCape Verde will beat Argentina 1-0 in World Cup clash, predicts presidentUpstarts Cape Verde make history twice with their World Cup debut then reaching the knockout stages.Haaland sends Norway into World Cup last 16 at expense of Ivory CoastErling Haaland scores a late winner as Norway beat Ivory Coast to reach the last 16 of the World Cup.Morocco underline African hopes by beating Netherlands on penaltiesMorocco score injury-time equaliser before seeing off Netherlands 3-2 on penalties to reach the last 16 of the World Cup.Conspiracy or chaos? Algeria & Austria defend 'unexpected' drawThe 'Disgrace of Gijon' - an infamous match at the 1982 World Cup in Spain - has followed Austria and Algeria for 44 years. Did history repeat itself in Algeria's 3-3 draw with Austria on Sunday?Heartbreak for South Africa as Canada score last-minute winnerStephen Eustaquio scores a dramatic winner in the second minute of injury time as co-hosts Canada defeat South Africa to move into the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time.Watch/Listen'The fairytale continues!' Emotional scenes as Cape Verde qualify for last 32Jubilation and tears among Cape Verde fans and players as they confirm their 'miracle' qualification for the last 32 of the World Cup after earning a point against Saudi Arabia in Houston.Cape Verde looks to capitalise on World Cup heroicsBBC Africa travels to Cape Verde to examine how the surprise package of the 2026 World Cup is developing footballing talent on the archipelago.Celebrations as South Africa reach World Cup knockout stages for the first timeSouth Africa reaches World Cup knockout round for first time with 1-0 win over South Korea.Kenyans mark two years since Gen Z protestsTwo years on, families of those killed during Kenya’s 2024 anti-government protests returned to Parliament to remember their loved ones and demand justice.Watch: Football fans celebrate in Ghana after draw with EnglandGhana correspondent Thomas Naadi reports from Black Star Square in Accra.Programmes and podcastsLive: World Service for AfricaFocus on Africa PodcastTwo essential stories to round off your working day. Explaining the news from AfricaThis is AfricaLatest updates1 hr agoKillers of British couple in South Africa sentenced to lifeThe pair had been collecting rare plants and seeds before their bodies were found days later in a river.1 hr ago5 hrs agoResidents of Ethiopian town forced to kill hundreds of their own dogs after rabies deathsSome residents reluctantly hung their dogs to avoid being arrested or fined, locals tell the BBC.5 hrs ago7 hrs agoSouth Africa and Ghana in diplomatic row over alleged killing of migrantSouth Africa denies claims that a Ghanaian citizen was killed in anti-migrant protests in Cape Town.7 hrs ago1 day agoNigeria to seek compensation for property abandoned by citizens fleeing South AfricaNigeria's High Commissioner says businesses and properties left behind by returnees are being documented.1 day ago1 day agoWhat is Ebola and why is stopping the latest outbreak so difficult?An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare species of the virus and is in an area affected by conflict.1 day ago2 days agoSudan's RSF committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, Amnesty says The Amnesty report adds to evidence of atrocities in el-Fasher, which the UN says bore the hallmarks of genocide.2 days ago2 days agoThousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa amid heavy police presenceForeigners have already left South Africa ahead of the deadline set by anti-migrant groups.2 days ago2 days agoSenegalese MPs move to clip presidential powers as tensions mountThe proposed changes agreed by a majority of MPs sparked protests outside parliament.2 days ago2 days agoCape Verde will beat Argentina 1-0 in World Cup clash, predicts presidentUpstarts Cape Verde make history twice with their World Cup debut then reaching the knockout stages.2 days ago...
