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Ebola vaccine could take nine months as death toll rises further, WHO warns

12 hours 26 min ago
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Sierra Leone becomes latest African country to receive deportees from US

Wed, 20/05/2026 - 19:05
Nine deportees arrive from the US as part of Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

What is Ebola and why is stopping the latest outbreak so difficult?

Wed, 20/05/2026 - 16:37
An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare strain and is in an area affected by conflict.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Why does Ebola keep on occurring in DR Congo?

Wed, 20/05/2026 - 16:29
Ebola was first discovered in what is now the DR Congo in 1976 and the country is now facing its 17th outbreak.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Nigeria arrests former minister in hiding after corruption conviction

Wed, 20/05/2026 - 10:04
The former power minister was sentenced to 75 years in jail in absentia earlier this month.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

'Ebola has tortured us': Fear grips eastern DR Congo as deadly virus spreads

Tue, 19/05/2026 - 20:05
The health minister has acknowledged that medics are playing catch-up with the virus after being slow to detect it.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Ghana to face Ivory Coast in Afcon 2027 qualifying

Tue, 19/05/2026 - 17:56
Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Kenya suspends strike after transport paralysis over high fuel prices

Tue, 19/05/2026 - 13:10
The government and transport operators are in talks to resolve the dispute over the hike in fuel prices.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert' to becoming Sierra Leone's first lady

Mon, 18/05/2026 - 01:01
The private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women is revealed in a BBC World Service exclusive.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?

Sun, 17/05/2026 - 20:06
An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Ngannou tells Jones to exit UFC contract after quick KO

Sun, 17/05/2026 - 06:07
Francis Ngannou reaffirmed his claim as the best heavyweight in the world with a first-round knockout win over Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

SA clubs could withdraw from European competitions

Sat, 16/05/2026 - 13:35
A major review into the schedule of South African rugby union could result in their clubs withdrawing from European club competitions.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Zaha omitted from Ivory Coast World Cup squad

Fri, 15/05/2026 - 18:43
Former Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha is left out of Ivory Coast's World Cup squad, but four current Premier League players are included.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

African fans face World Cup issues despite visa bond U-turn

Thu, 14/05/2026 - 18:24
The Trump administration waives a $15,000 visa bond for fans from five countries who have World Cup tickets, but African fans still face challenges.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Springboks' Ntlabakanye given 18-month doping ban

Thu, 14/05/2026 - 16:39
South Africa prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye is banned for 18 months for breaking anti-doping rules - ruling him out of the 2027 World Cup.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo dies from cancer aged 40

Thu, 14/05/2026 - 08:25
The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.
Categories: Africa, France

'They shot my neighbour in the head' - the lakeside city traumatised by war

Thu, 14/05/2026 - 07:09
Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

'They shot my neighbour in the head' - the lakeside city traumatised by war

Thu, 14/05/2026 - 07:09
Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.
Categories: Africa, France

Afcon final 'deficiencies' dealt with - Motsepe

Wed, 13/05/2026 - 16:56
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.
Categories: Africa, Afrique, Russia & CIS

Afcon final 'deficiencies' dealt with - Motsepe

Wed, 13/05/2026 - 16:56
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.
Categories: Africa, France

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