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'Bandits' kidnap worshippers during church service in Nigeria
At least 13 people are missing after armed men stormed a church, an official tells the BBC.

Dozens killed in Morocco flash floods
At least 70 homes have been inundated in Safi's old city centre, officials say.

Ugandan army admits holding priest who'd been missing for days
The armed forces accused Father Deusdedit Ssekabira of involvement in "violent subversive activities".

Their diamond-rich land in South Africa was taken. Now they want it back
A two-decade old legal judgement should mean they are benefitting but they say they remain poor.

Benin have point to prove at Afcon after World Cup pain
Benin arrive at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco looking to turn 2026 World Cup qualification heartbreak into a memorable continental campaign.

He was an Uber driver in the US. Now he's scared of jihadists after deportation to Somalia
As some Somali migrants fear what might happen next, the BBC speaks to one deportee in Mogadishu.

Street art festival sees Lagos turned into 'open-air gallery'
Nigeria's biggest city is known for its vibrant arts scene, nightlife and creativity, but street art is relatively unknown.

Trump's 'historic' peace deal for DR Congo shattered after rebels seize key city
The recent Washington Accord was hailed as "historic" by the US president but the fighting continues.

Two teenagers went to seek gold. They were buried alive in a mine collapse
Poverty in Sierra Leone is pushing more students into risky work, which proved deadly for two boys.

A coup too far: Why Benin's rebel soldiers failed where others in the region succeeded
Plotters misjudged the national mood and Benin's neighbours learnt from past errors, says analyst Paul Melly.

Sudan air force bombing of towns, markets and schools has killed hundreds, report says
A detailed study highlights the military's aerial campaign and how civilians have been its victims.

All you need to know about Afcon 2025
BBC Sport Africa provides all the information on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations ahead of the 35th edition of the continent's biggest sporting event.

White South Africans divided on US refugee offer
Donald Trump says white South Africans are being persecuted and so qualify for asylum but black farmers are also being killed.

Lured by lucrative job offers and sent to fight for Russia - Kenyans want their sons back
Kenyan families whose sons have been duped into fighting for Russia demand they be brought home.

Single women risk rape and exploitation in search for better life in Europe
Esther says she faced sexual violence on her journey to Europe after fleeing abuse in Nigeria.

'Not becoming of a president': Somali-Americans respond to Trump's 'garbage' remarks
Somali-Americans tell of their heightened fear after the US president intensified his criticism of the community.

Was it a coup or was it a 'sham'? Behind Guinea-Bissau's military takeover
The military has taken over but some say the overthrow of the president was not what it seemed.

Which Premier League teams will lose most players to Afcon?
BBC Sport has a look at which Premier League clubs will be most - and least - affected by the Africa Cup of Nations.

Six players to watch at Afcon 2025
BBC Sport Africa picks out six players to keep an eye on at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

PFL contract ends soon - Ngannou
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou suggests he could fight UFC legend Jon Jones or ex-boxing world champion Deontay Wilder in 2026.

Egypt want World Cup 'Pride Match' plans cancelled
The organisation behind the LGBTQ+ "Pride Match" at the 2026 World Cup say they intend to push forward with their plans despite one of the teams involved objecting to Fifa.

The man behind the headlines - Salah, by Klopp, Diaz and more
BBC Sport explores Mohamed Salah's personality with help from the people who know him best.

Salah is destroying his legacy - Rooney
Mohamed Salah is destroying his legacy and should not be involved in Liverpool's next two games before he goes off to the Africa Cup of Nations, says Wayne Rooney.

Who has been called up for Afcon 2025?
Find out who has been called up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

South Africa extend Erasmus contract to 2031 World Cup
South Africa extend head coach Rassie Erasmus' contract until the end of the 2031 Rugby World Cup.

People in Benin felt 'total fear' at attempted coup
Residents of the main city express shock after soldiers tried to overthrow the president.

Exploring a Nigerian photographer's iconic 'Hairstyles' series
J. D. 'Okhai Ojeikere has photographed over 2000 uniqie Nigerian hairstyles.

South African women arming themselves against gender violence
A growing number of women in South Africa are learning to use guns to protect themselves against gender-based violence.

The Egyptian green tech firm looking to cut energy bills
Saving System has developed a device that it says can help firms save electricity.

'His aura is amazing' - Iwobi on Aubameyang
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.

The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport
From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.

We will never accept stolen votes, says Cameroon opposition leader
Cameroon opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary is adamant that he's the winner of the presidential election.




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