BBC News - Africa
Updated: 1 day 8 hours ago
Thu, 15/10/2026 - 10:17
Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam imposed a curfew after days of unrest that first began over water shortages.
Thu, 15/10/2026 - 10:16
Hosting the World Athletics Championships in Nairobi in 2029 will leave a "legacy of experience and expertise", according to the sport's top official Sebastian Coe.
Thu, 15/10/2026 - 09:28
The home secretary said she would not hesitate to impose measures on other countries "refusing to co-operate".
Wed, 14/10/2026 - 19:23
It follows the death last week of a man who had arrived in Kenya after travelling from DR Congo.
Wed, 14/10/2026 - 16:47
Formula 1 will return to Africa in the early 2030s, but Rwanda's deal to stage a race has prompted accusations of sportswashing against the country.
Wed, 14/10/2026 - 11:50
South African sprinter Sinesipho Dambile says comparisons with Usain Bolt are a “privilege” as he targets World Championship and Olympic glory after a breakout season.
Wed, 14/10/2026 - 01:31
Simbarashe Kundizeza was responding to an accusation that has caused an uproar on social media.
Tue, 13/10/2026 - 17:01
How Rwanda has succeeded where Morocco and South Africa, among others, have failed by agreeing a deal to stage the African Grand Prix.
Tue, 13/10/2026 - 15:40
Joseph Kabila had previously denied having links to the M23 rebels, which control much of eastern DR Congo.
Tue, 13/10/2026 - 15:28
Australia complete 214-run victory over South Africa in Durban. What does heavy defeat mean for the world champions?
Tue, 13/10/2026 - 15:21
Rwanda signs a 10-year deal with Formula 1 to host races in the African country, starting "in the early 2030s".
Mon, 12/10/2026 - 01:13
After analysing 1,500 videos and images of the Raila Odinga memorial, Africa Eye finds that those killed were far from the scuffles.
Sun, 11/10/2026 - 10:19
Double Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge says "his body is still peaking" after winning the Melbourne Marathon in a course record time at the age of 41.
Sat, 10/10/2026 - 02:00
Fresh details reveal how the 40-year-old businessman flew and crossed regional borders while seriously ill.
Fri, 09/10/2026 - 17:57
The Africa Cup of Nations may continue to be held every two years, with discussions under way to reverse its proposed switch to a four-year cycle.
Fri, 09/10/2026 - 17:26
BBC correspondent Joe Inwood explains how Pillay's childhood in South Africa led her to become a driving force in international law from Myanmar to Gaza.
Thu, 08/10/2026 - 11:53
The Court of Arbitration for Sport is set to rule on the decision to strip Senegal of their Afcon 2025 title. But fans should not expect an immediate verdict.
Thu, 08/10/2026 - 10:29
The group was kidnapped earlier this month while travelling for a national service programme.
Thu, 08/10/2026 - 01:29
Wicknell Chivayo divided opinion in life and continues to do so in death.
Thu, 08/10/2026 - 01:29
Wicknell Chivayo divided opinion in life and continues to do so in death.
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