NewsAfricaNigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violentSolomon Ogbonna Eziko's installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.12 hrs agoAfricaTuanzebe sends DR Congo back to World Cup after 52 yearsDR Congo qualify for their first World Cup since 1974 as Axel Tuanzebe's strike gives the Leopards a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their play-off.2 hrs agoAfrica Sport48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian cityThe raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.15 hrs agoAfricaNigerian president's rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins foldRabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.1 day agoAfricaSexual violence part of 'everyday life' in parts of Sudan, charity saysVictims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities. 19 hrs agoAfricaMore than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blameBoth government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.15 hrs agoAfricaEritrea advance after 19-year absence from Afcon qualifyingEritrea are one of six nations to reach the group stage of qualification for Afcon 2027, having played their first games in the competition since 2007.6 hrs agoAfrica SportFeatures and analysisOne ant for $220: The new frontier of wildlife traffickingThe craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean?African and Caribbean nations want countries which benefited from slavery to pay compensation but it will not be straightforward.Women secretly filmed, then ridiculed and abused onlineWomen in Kenya and Ghana tell the BBC about being approached by a Russian man who later posts videos of them without their consent.Rationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran warThe disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.'This is bigger than football' - DR Congo bid to end 52-year World Cup waitDR Congo face Jamaica in a World Cup play-off, hoping to reach the tournament for the first time since 1974, a campaign memorable for the wrong reasons.Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in AngolaA group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.'Peace is a gradual thing': How land, cattle and identity fuel a deadly Nigerian conflictHow a lack of justice and trust in the security forces perpetuates deadly violence in Plateau state.Desperate for food, drought-stricken Kenyans turn to the gingerbread treeSome 26 million people are "facing extreme hunger" in Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia, warns humanitarian organisation Oxfam.African sportGhana sack manager Addo, 72 days before World CupGhana dismiss manager Otto Addo, 72 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, following a run of defeats.Caf general secretary steps down amid Afcon final falloutVeron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.Korir banned for five years over doping admissionFormer New York marathon winner Albert Korir of Kenya is banned for five years after admitting to doping. Senegal parade Afcon trophy despite title controversy Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru in Paris - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month.Why are Scotland playing Ivory Coast in Liverpool?Scotland continue their World Cup preparations with a friendly against Ivory Coast on Tuesday, but why is this away game being played at Everton's new stadium in Liverpool?Watch/ListenOne house, two faiths, one fasting seasonRamadan and Lent haven't overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.Inside Ethiopia's 'smart' police stationEthiopia 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 NigeriaAt 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 decadesNearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in MozambiqueJubilant Senegal fans join the Afcon champions paradeThousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.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 updates12 hrs agoNigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violentSolomon Ogbonna Eziko's installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.12 hrs ago15 hrs agoMore than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blameBoth government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.15 hrs ago15 hrs ago48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian cityThe raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.15 hrs ago19 hrs agoSexual violence part of 'everyday life' in parts of Sudan, charity saysVictims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities. 19 hrs ago1 day agoNigerian president's rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins foldRabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.1 day ago1 day agoThree killed as unfinished building collapses on church service in GhanaLocals say the structure, in a school complex, was in use despite lying unfinished for a number of years.1 day ago2 days agoRationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran warThe disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.2 days ago6 days agoArmy commander convicted of Guinea stadium massacre dies in prisonAboubacar Sidiki Diakité was convicted over the 2009 massacre in which more than 150 people were killed.6 days ago6 days agoUN votes to recognise enslavement of Africans as 'gravest crime against humanity'The landmark resolution calls for an apology and contributions to a reparations fund, without specifying an amount.6 days ago...
