International News - An African Perspective
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World's oldest president to seek eighth term Cameroon's Paul Biya, 92, has been power since 1982 and could govern until he is nearly 100.
South African police minister suspended over organised crime allegations Senzo Mchunu - who denies the claims - has been put on an immediate "leave of absence" by President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Nigerian woman smuggled baby into UK using fake birth story A baby will be placed for adoption in UK after being trafficked from Nigeria. She may never know her real parents.
Former Nigerian leader Muhammadu Buhari dies aged 82 The former military ruler was "converted" to democracy and won the historic 2015 elections.
RSF storms cattle market and prison in 'death trap' Sudanese city It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024.
Inside the Congolese mine vital to mobile phones, as rebels give BBC rare access The US wants rights to DR Congo's minerals, but one vital mine is still in rebel hands.
Is William Ruto the most disliked president in Kenya's history? More than 100 people have been killed in a wave of protests and public anger, described as "unprecedented".
Nigeria and Algeria progress at Wafcon after draw Nigeria win Group B at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations and Algeria finish second after the two sides play out a goalless draw in Casablanca.
Morocco and Zambia win to reach Wafcon quarter-finals Morocco and Zambia both seal 1-0 wins to secure passage to the quarter-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
Wafcon return provides 'hope' in eastern DR Congo Residents of eastern DR Congo say the country's appearance at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations provides hope at a time of conflict.
South Africa rescue point against Tanzania at Wafcon South Africa salvage a 1-1 draw against Tanzania and the Women's Africa Cup of Nations holders are virtually assured of a place in the quarter-finals.
Everything you need to know about Wafcon 2024 finals Find out the format, fixtures, kick-off times, venues and favourites for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco.
Mother mourns 'beautiful' 12-year-old shot while watching TV during Kenya protests A stray bullet burst into Bridgit Njoki's home while police were clashing with anti-government protesters.
Six things Trump should know about Liberia after he praised leader's 'good English' Liberia was founded by freed slaves and the country has long-standing historical ties with the US.
South Africans fear spike in HIV infections as US aid cuts bite South Africa has been at the forefront of the successful battle to halt the spread of HIV/Aids - until now.
Why Trump invited five African leaders to the White House The presidents of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal hope to be offered "incredible" deals.
Why 'pan-Africanist' influencers pushed rumours of a coup Unpicking the disinformation behind a social media trend spreading tension ahead of Ivory Coast's election.
Rare photos capture Afrobeats' rise to take over the world Exclusive access to some of the biggest artists who are riding a cultural phenomenon.
Tennis hero Arthur Ashe's South African legacy: 'The first free black man I'd ever seen' The tennis champion wanted to be remembered for fighting racism, not just his sporting prowess.
Heatwaves and hand-to-hand combat: Africa's top shots A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Sudan war: A simple guide to what is happening Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.
South Africa's political marriage of convenience avoids divorce - just One year after the formation of the coalition government, the rocky relationship teeters but avoids collapse.
Rampant South Africa crush Italy 45-0 despite early red card Reigning world champions South Africa make light work of an early red card for forward Jasper Wiese to thump Italy 45-0 in Gqeberha.
Semenya's right to a fair hearing violated - ECHR Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya wins a partial victory at the European Court of Human Rights in her long legal battle over athletics' sex eligibility rules.
Lara said I should have broken his record - Mulder West Indies great Brian Lara tells South Africa's Wiaan Mulder he should have tried to overhaul his Test record of 400 not out instead of declaring.
NFF 'needs to do better' for Super Falcons - Oparanozie Nigeria's football federation has "not done enough" to ensure its women's team remain ahead of their competition in Africa, claims Desire Oparanozie.
Chebet & Kipyegon break world records in Oregon Kenya's Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet break world records at the Eugene Diamond League meeting.
Tributes paid after Nigeria keeper Rufai dies aged 61 Peter Rufai is hailed as a "giant of football" after the former Nigeria goalkeeper died aged 61 following a prolonged illness.
Watch: Trump praises Liberian president's English, the country's official language Trump told Boakai he speaks "such good English", asking where he went to school.
'Women's football did not used to be given attention' Kawtar Bentaleb, a goalkeeper for top-flight club FUS Rabat, says staging the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations will boost the women's game in Morocco.
Watch: On the streets of Nairobi as Kenyans protest The BBC's Ian Wafula is in central Nairobi amid the protests to honour those killed a year ago.
What happens if you mix football and skateboarding? In Nigeria's northern Kano State, an unusual form of football is changing lives. Skate soccer is a fast-paced six-a-side sport which combines skateboards and the beautiful game.
Watch moment Trump ambushes Ramaphosa with video In an extraordinary Oval Office meeting, Trump pressed Cyril Ramaphosa on widely discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa.
'I don't want it to die': The teen black pioneer preserving cavalry sport Makhosazana Dlomo is South Africa's only black participant in the traditional cavalry sport of tent pegging.
Tidjane Thiam: It is not for the regime to eliminate opposition leaders Tidjane Thiam has been banned from standing in October's elections in Ivory Coast. So what is his next move?
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