BBC News - Africa
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Sat, 01/24/2026 - 01:03
Twins whose classmates were killed by shelling say their deaths have made them determined to finish their studies.
Fri, 01/23/2026 - 17:59
He also met his counterpart from Israel which has recognised the independence of the breakaway region.
Fri, 01/23/2026 - 14:53
Reinforcements are sent to the town of Bor, a strategic staging post on the way to the capital, Juba.
Fri, 01/23/2026 - 13:16
The authorities tried to stop their export arguing they were part of the country's heritage.
Fri, 01/23/2026 - 10:58
Orlando Magic's Desmond Bane says he would be keen on representing Nigeria ahead of the 2028 Olympics and suggests other NBA players could do the same.
Fri, 01/23/2026 - 01:20
Some 160 people are believed to be missing after attackers raided three churches in a Nigerian village on Sunday.
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 16:32
The announcement that the Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted every four years from 2028 sparked division, but what will it mean for the game on the continent?
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 16:32
The announcement that the Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted every four years from 2028 sparked division, but what will it mean for the game on the continent?
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 14:14
The opposition politician is accused of election violence in which at least seven people were killed.
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 12:14
Regional powers Ecowas had previously warned junta head Horta N'Tam against such a long wait for elections.
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 09:23
Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 05:14
The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income - or entertainment.
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 05:14
The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income - or entertainment.
Wed, 01/21/2026 - 19:19
Kizza Besigye's wife has been to visit him at Luzira Prison and says he is extremely weak.
Wed, 01/21/2026 - 18:49
After chaotic scenes in the Africa Cup of Nations final, BBC Sport Africa explores what else we learned from just under a month of competition in Morocco.
Wed, 01/21/2026 - 18:49
After chaotic scenes in the Africa Cup of Nations final, BBC Sport Africa explores what else we learned from just under a month of competition in Morocco.
Tue, 01/20/2026 - 18:16
Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.
Tue, 01/20/2026 - 18:16
Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.
Tue, 01/20/2026 - 18:10
The new government is addressing fuel shortages and strengthening the budget but many are not happy.
Tue, 01/20/2026 - 17:34
Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba has not commented on the accusations from Burkina Faso.
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