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Chronic water shortages dampen holiday mood in Tanzania's biggest city

Wed, 24/12/2025 - 13:38
A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Afcon 'bringing hope' to Sudan amid civil war

Wed, 24/12/2025 - 12:43
Sudan's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations is "bringing hope" to the country amid its civil war, forward Abobaker Eisa says.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Libya's army chief killed in air crash in Turkey

Wed, 24/12/2025 - 10:27
Signal was earlier lost with a jet that took off from Ankara with Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad and four others on board.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

An alleged drug cartel and a murdered witness: South Africa's police corruption probe

Wed, 24/12/2025 - 01:02
Allegations of graft and political interference in the police have been aired at public hearings.
Categories: Africa

An alleged drug cartel and a murdered witness: South Africa's police corruption probe

Wed, 24/12/2025 - 01:02
Allegations of graft and political interference in the police have been aired at public hearings.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Man City in advanced talks with Bournemouth's Semenyo

Wed, 24/12/2025 - 00:25
Antoine Semenyo is set to make a final decision on his future with Manchester City in advanced talks over a January move for the Bournemouth forward.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Mbeumo & Wissa 'inspiring' - Ouattara

Tue, 23/12/2025 - 23:11
As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.
Categories: Africa

Mbeumo & Wissa 'inspiring' - Ouattara

Tue, 23/12/2025 - 23:11
As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

I'm not retiring, I'm evolving - Kipchoge

Tue, 23/12/2025 - 12:25
The Kenyan marathoner has all the running accolades he needs but is now focusing on new goals.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Afrobeats star Asake 'devastated' after fan dies in Kenya stadium crush

Tue, 23/12/2025 - 09:59
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of 20-year-old Karen Lojore.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Nigeria ready to win 'dream' Afcon - Osimhen

Tue, 23/12/2025 - 08:29
Victor Osimhen is determined to lead a "talented" Super Eagles squad to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, aiming to overcome past disappointments.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

'Very cool': The 70s Afro-rock genre enjoying a surprising rebirth

Mon, 22/12/2025 - 09:56
In 1970s Zambia, Zamrock led a musical revolution. It's now back, with some big names among its proponents.
Categories: Africa

'Very cool': The 70s Afro-rock genre enjoying a surprising rebirth

Mon, 22/12/2025 - 09:56
In 1970s Zambia, Zamrock led a musical revolution. It's now back, with some big names among its proponents.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Alex Iwobi says Afcon is a special football tournament

Mon, 22/12/2025 - 03:49
The Fulham midfielder will represent his birth country Nigeria in the competition featuring 24 nations.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Who are the contenders to win Afcon?

Sun, 21/12/2025 - 09:06
BBC Sport's John Bennett gives Football Focus the lowdown on which nations are contenders to win the Africa Cup of Nations, which begins in Morocco on Sunday.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Neither Russia nor France: One West African country walks a diplomatic tightrope

Sun, 21/12/2025 - 01:25
As some West African nations choose to cement old ties with France or a new ally in Russia, Togo wants both.
Categories: Africa

Neither Russia nor France: One West African country walks a diplomatic tightrope

Sun, 21/12/2025 - 01:25
As some West African nations choose to cement old ties with France or a new ally in Russia, Togo wants both.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Afcon to be held every four years from 2028

Sat, 20/12/2025 - 15:55
In a huge change to the football calendar, the Africa Cup of Nations will be held every four years from 2028 - switching away from biennial finals.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Could 'massive' Munyua win spark darts boom in Kenya?

Sat, 20/12/2025 - 09:45
David Munyua became an instant cult hero at Alexandra Palace on Thursday following a shock win over Mike de Decker at the PDC World Championship.
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

Will Afcon 2025 be a defining moment for Morocco?

Fri, 19/12/2025 - 17:38
Morocco has spent more than a decade reshaping its football, but will hosting Afcon 2025 allow the country to end a 50-year wait for the trophy?
Categories: Africa, Russia & CIS

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