BBC News - Africa
Updated: 15 hours 12 min ago
Thu, 03/25/2021 - 01:07
An information war has been raging over the Tigray conflict with both sides sharing misleading claims.
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 19:07
The royal family will mourn King Zwelithini for three months, and will then decide on his successor.
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 19:05
A Seydouba Soumah goal puts Guinea into the finals of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations with a 1-0 win over Mali.
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 12:54
The island nation of Comoros - a country that only joined Caf in 2003 - stand on the brink of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time.
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 12:00
Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies says he was saved from a life of guns and fighting by his parents' decision to flee war in Liberia and become refugees in Ghana.
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 10:16
The 400m-long ship is in the path of dozens of vessels on one of the world's busiest trade routes.
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 02:37
The woven fabric has long been a political symbol but Louis Vuitton has put it in a fashion show.
Tue, 03/23/2021 - 18:39
For months both countries have denied that troops crossed the border to participate in the conflict.
Tue, 03/23/2021 - 14:16
Some South Africans have been turning to 'rage rooms' to help them cope with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Tue, 03/23/2021 - 13:58
The death toll from co-ordinated attacks on three villages rises to 137 - the worst of its kind.
Tue, 03/23/2021 - 01:30
Dan Gertler formed a close relationship with DR Congo's ex-leader, even getting a diplomatic passport.
Mon, 03/22/2021 - 20:08
A judge ruled the trial over the death in police custody of Alexander Monson, 28, should go ahead.
Mon, 03/22/2021 - 15:35
Heads of state from the continent have praised the late president at his state funeral in Dodoma.
Mon, 03/22/2021 - 12:22
Chad will not take part in the final qualifiers for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations after being disqualified by African football’s governing body Caf.
Sun, 03/21/2021 - 15:26
Nawal El Saadawi, who has died at 89, drew outrage and admiration in her conservative home country.
Sun, 03/21/2021 - 12:23
The main opposition presidential candidate in Congo-Brazzaville says he is "fighting death".
Sun, 03/21/2021 - 01:22
Islamic militants operating in the north have been the cause of growing concern in the region.
Sat, 03/20/2021 - 21:06
The government say Covid-sceptic Magufuli died of heart issues but critics blame coronavirus.
Sat, 03/20/2021 - 16:56
The six lions were found with their heads and paws hacked off, surrounded by dead vultures.
Sat, 03/20/2021 - 12:11
For Burna Boy, there's never been a better time for African musicians to tell their own stories.
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