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BBC News - Africa
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Tanzania president promises probe into election protest deaths

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 17:32
The opposition says that hundreds of people were killed during the unrest but there is no official death toll.

Mass killings probe in Sudan will hold culprits to account, vows UN

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 15:45
"There has been too much pretence and performance, and too little action," says UN human rights chief Volker Türk.

South Africa to investigate 'mystery' of planeload of Palestinians

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 13:29
It is not clear who chartered the plane carrying the Palestinians from Kenya to South Africa.

'The future will take care of itself' - Nketiah on Ghana rumours

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 12:14
As fans in Ghana debate bringing in diaspora players for the World Cup, Crystal Palace's Eddie Nketiah does not rule out switching allegiance to the Black Stars.

US calls for international action to cut weapons supply to Sudan paramilitaries

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 08:20
"They're committing acts of sexual violence and atrocities," says the US secretary of state, "and it needs to end immediately".

Nigeria cancels mother-tongue teaching in primary schools and reverts to English

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 15:24
Exam results from areas which dropped English have declined, the education minister says, announcing the U-turn.

Over 200 Kenyans fighting for Russia in Ukraine - minister

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 11:01
Russian recruitment networks are targeting Kenyans with fake job offers, authorities say.

US calls for international action to cut weapons supply to Sudan paramilitaries

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 09:00
"They're committing acts of sexual violence and atrocities," says the US secretary of state, "and it needs to end immediately".

South Sudan leader sacks powerful Vice-President Bol Mel

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 08:14
Bol Mel, who is sanctioned by the US for alleged corruption, had been tipped as Kiir's successor.

The fallout from Nigeria's spectacular $25m museum and the Benin Bronzes

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 00:21
Nigeria’s stunning new Museum of West African Art (Mowaa) finds itself in the crosshairs of local power politics.

The fallout from Nigeria's spectacular $25m museum and the Benin Bronzes

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 00:21
Nigeria’s stunning new Museum of West African Art (Mowaa) finds itself in the crosshairs of local power politics.

French relief as Algeria frees jailed novelist at centre of diplomatic crisis

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 19:59
Almost a year to the day after Boualem Sansal was arrested, the Algerian president grants him a pardon.

Ramaphosa says 'boycott politics doesn't work' over Trump's decision to skip G20 summit

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 15:39
Trump said it was a "total disgrace" that South Africa was hosting this month's summit.

Nigerians praise young soldier for standing up to powerful minister

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 15:08
The confrontation struck a chord with many Nigerians because of Nyesom Wike's political stature.

'His aura is amazing' - Iwobi on Aubameyang

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 13:53
Speaking before Nigeria face Gabon in African play-offs for the World Cup, Alex Iwobi says Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was his "big brother" at Arsenal.

At least six die in crush at Ghana military recruitment event

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 13:41
Thousands had turned up to El-Wak stadium, in the capital Accra, with hopes of being enlisted.

Nigeria boycott training before World Cup play-off

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 11:43
Nigeria players refused to train ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup play-off against Gabon in a row over outstanding payments.

Nigeria boycott training before World Cup play-off

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 11:43
Nigeria players refused to train ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup play-off against Gabon in a row over outstanding payments.

From YouTube team to the Prem: Ndiaye's unusual run to the top

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 09:17
The French-born footballer did not have an easy run on his way to the top, with numerous clubs rejecting him.

Brothers charged with South African rapper's murder after extradition

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 08:25
The Ndimande brothers returned after a lengthy battle to block their extradition from Eswatini.