BBC News - Africa
Updated: 7 hours 19 min ago
8 hours 8 min ago
The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members.
9 hours 18 min ago
The losing presidential candidate calls for "peaceful change", saying Uganda's judiciary is not independent.
18 hours 53 min ago
Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried following his death after a brief illness.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 19:12
Senegalese fans celebrate their team's victory at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 18:41
Police say armed gangs burst into the two churches in Kurmin Wali, Kaduna state, during Sunday service.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 18:08
The Ethiopian Orthodox festival of Timket, or Epiphany, commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 17:38
Senegal's reserve goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf jokes about his unique role in his side's chaotic Afcon final victory on Sunday.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 16:15
There is a growing trend of foreigners being lured to Ghana under the pretext of lucrative work.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 15:22
Mozambique President Daniel Chapo cancels a trip to Davos due to severe floods in the country
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 14:13
The fatal collision is just the latest in South Africa, where the road safety record is poor.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 12:41
Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 12:41
Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 11:46
Senegal beat Morocco to win the Africa Cup of Nations after the final is overshadowed when they temporarily refuse to play.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 02:12
BBC Africa Eye joins an anti-trafficking police unit in Sierra Leone helping a man look for his missing children.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 02:12
BBC Africa Eye joins an anti-trafficking police unit in Sierra Leone helping a man look for his missing children.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 01:20
Brahim Diaz had the chance to win Afcon for Morocco, but his choice to try a Panenka ended up costing his side dearly as Senegal hit back to win the game in extra time.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 01:20
Senegal beat Morocco to win the Africa Cup of Nations for a second time - but only after the final was overshadowed when they temporarily refuse to play after the hosts are awarded a controversial stoppage time-penalty with the match 0-0.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 00:47
Lee James and guests reflect on a chaotic AFCON final, in which Senegal became champions.
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 00:45
Senegal forward Sadio Mane is the hero once again, but this time for unexpected reasons as his side leaves the pitch during the chaotic Afcon final win over Morocco.
Sun, 01/18/2026 - 01:21
"I love the love in Africa. The energy here is crazy," he says on his maiden tour of the continent.
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