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BBC News - Africa
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French migration row engulfs island in Indian Ocean

Thu, 15/02/2024 - 00:05
The island of Mayotte becomes the latest battleground in France over the laws on immigration.

Congo player leaves top Rwandan club over war gesture

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 19:04
After scoring, footballer Heritier Luvumbu expressed solidarity with war victims in his home country.

Why Kenyan men hold a conference on Valentine's Day

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 16:59
All men are invited to this mostly imaginary conference on Valentine's Day but women are banned.

Eq Guinea striker Nsue suspended for 'indiscipline'

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 15:24
Equatorial Guinea striker Emilio Nsue is suspended indefinitely for 'serious indiscipline' during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Dramatic rescue for doctor kidnapped in Chad

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 15:14
Five days after being seized, a Polish doctor is saved despite the rescue helicopter coming under attack.

Nigeria ex-leader's signature forged to take $6m - aide

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 14:15
A Nigerian court hears dramatic testimony in the corruption trial of the former central bank chief.

The religion that shaped Bob Marley's hair

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 09:20
As a new film about the reggae star's life comes out, here's all you need to know about his Rastafarian faith.

Afcon glory is 'revenge' for Ivory Coast coach Fae

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 08:06
Emerse Fae says guiding Ivory Coast to the 2023 Afcon title feels like "revenge" after he was forced to retire from playing early.

Wanted US fugitive re-captured after escape in Kenya

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 06:54
Kelvin Kangethe escaped custody in Kenya, and is wanted by US police in connection with a murder.

Nigerians turn to rice that's normally thrown away

Wed, 14/02/2024 - 02:49
"Afafata" rice is usually discarded but rising prices mean many northern families are now eating it.

Kundananji's path to breaking women's transfer record

Tue, 13/02/2024 - 20:16
How Zambia forward Racheal Kundananji became the most expensive women's footballer in history after moving to NWSL club Bay FC.

Cash and villas for footballers after Africa triumph

Tue, 13/02/2024 - 19:01
Players of both winners Ivory Coast and runners-up Nigeria get handsome rewards from their presidents.

Pregnant woman among dozens massacred in Ethiopia

Tue, 13/02/2024 - 14:21
At least 45 civilians were killed in door-to-door raids by Ethiopian troops last month, a rights body says.

The winners and losers from memorable Afcon finals

Tue, 13/02/2024 - 10:51
BBC Sport Africa takes a look at the winners and losers from Afcon 2023, including VAR technology and Mohamed Salah's misery.

Ivory Coast football fans flock to see victory parade

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 19:13
Ivory Coast began the tournament as the underdogs of Afcon but rose to become champions.

Anti-Western protesters in DR Congo tear-gassed

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 18:32
Protesters demand that foreign powers use their influence over Rwanda to curb conflict in the east.

Kelvin Kiptum's final BBC interview

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 18:06
The Kenyan athlete spoke to the BBC in 2023 about beating Eliud Kipchoge's marathon world record.

Kelvin Kiptum's final BBC interview

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 18:06
Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum spoke to the BBC in 2023 about beating Eloiud Kipchoge's marathon world record.

How Nigerians console themselves after Afcon heartbreak

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 16:16
Nigerians are finding ways to get over the heartbreak of losing the Africa Cup of Nations final.

Kiptum - the marathon runner destined for greatness

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 15:06
Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum was on the cusp of greatness when his life was cut short in an accident.