South Africans shocked by Siya and Rachel Kolisi’s divorce

National rugby captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel were one of South Africa's most loved couples.

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Rabada takes 300th Test wicket - how does he compare?

South Africa bowler Kagiso Rabada has taken his 300th Test wicket - and here's how he compares to other all-time greats.

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Double trouble and dancing troupes: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Emotional Ngannou stops Ferreira in first round on MMA return

An emotional Francis Ngannou marks his return to MMA with a first-round stoppage of Renan Ferreira at the PFL Super Fights event in Riyadh.

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The man lined up to be Kenya's next deputy president

Ex-law professor and Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki has been a loyal ally to President Ruto.

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Egypt declared malaria-free after 100-year effort

The World Health Organization says the disease "that plagued pharaohs" now belongs to Egypt's history.

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Double trouble and dancing troupes: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Is Africa the next frontier for esports and pro gaming?

Esports is on the rise in Africa, led by a tech-savvy youthful population and female pioneers, and life as a professional gamer is now possible.

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Risk-taker Ngannou is changing landscape of combat sports

Just 22 months after leaving the UFC, Francis Ngannou returns to MMA as one of the biggest combat sports stars in the world when he faces Renan Ferreira in the PFL in Riyadh on Saturday.

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Libya criticises Nigeria amid Afcon qualifier boycott

Libya's football federation criticises its Nigerian counterpart after the Super Eagles boycott Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

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Australia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa

South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.

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Double trouble and dancing troupes: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Kenya’s deputy president sacked while in hospital

In a dramatic day in parliament, senators vote to oust Rigathi Gachagua following his impeachment.

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Tributes paid to former Zambia coach Poulsen

Former Zambia boss Roald Poulsen holds a "special place" in the hearts of fans after helping rebuild the squad after a 1993 plane crash.

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'My farm was destroyed by drought then floods - I am confused'

Climate change is wreaking havoc on farmers in Nigeria.

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Kenyan senators to vote on deputy president's impeachment

Rigathi Gachagua faces 11 charges including corruption and inciting ethnic divisions.

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Their struggle is my struggle - Kolisi on backing women's game

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi says male players have both a moral duty and a personal interest in growing the women's game.

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South Africa beat Bangladesh but face nervous wait

South Africa clinch a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh but now face a nervous wait to see if they will qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals.

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Mane strikes to secure Senegal's spot at Afcon 2025

Sadio Mane scores an injury-time winner to secure Senegal's qualification for Afcon 2025, while DR Congo also book their place in Morocco.

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Libya criticises Nigeria amid Afcon qualifier boycott

Libya's football federation criticises its Nigerian counterpart after the Super Eagles decide to boycott Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifier.

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Zambian star among Women's Footballer of the Year nominees

Vote now for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2024, with the winner announced on 26 November.

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Sophie hears of sexual exploitation of refugees

The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Chad and hears the experiences of women who have escaped violence in Sudan.

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African nations race to put satellites in space

Falling launch costs have given African nations a chance to send their own satellites into orbit.

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The stats and shoes behind Chepngetich's amazing marathon world record

How the Kenyan took a step beyond what was thought by knocking almost two minutes off the previous best in Chicago.

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Nigeria set to boycott Afcon qualifier in Libya

Nigeria’s players say they will boycott their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Libya on Tuesday after being left stranded at an airport.

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England's batting improves in crucial win over SA

Danni Wyatt-Hodge and Nat Sciver-Brunt guide England to an impressive seven-wicket win over South Africa at the Women's T20 World Cup.

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South Africa beat Bangladesh but face nervous wait

South Africa clinch a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh but now face a nervous wait to see if they will qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals.

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Their struggle is my struggle - Kolisi on backing women's game

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi says male players have both a moral duty and a personal interest in growing the women's game.

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Kenya's president makes urgent cash call for Haiti mission

The police mission to help deal with the gangs could run out of money, President Ruto says.

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Ramaphosa won't be charged over farm theft scandal - SA prosecutor

South Africa's president faced questions after $4m in cash was stolen from a sofa on his farm.

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Oil, toil and ink: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Eritrea, Egypt and Somalia cement 'axis against Ethiopia'

The leaders of the three nations, which all have tensions with Ethiopia, agree to greater co-operation.

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The brothers breaking freestyle football world records

Meet Victor and Confidence Kipo, the young Nigerian siblings doing the trick when it comes to freestyle football.

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Cameroon insists president is well despite long absence

Paul Biya, 91, has not been seen in public for weeks, stoking speculation about his health.

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‘I found out I had cervical cancer while I was pregnant’

Countries in sub-Saharan Africa have the highest cervical cancer rates in the world.

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Joy, fashion fluff and chocolate stuff: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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The brothers breaking freestyle football world records

Meet Victor and Confidence Kipo, the young Nigerian siblings doing the trick when it comes to freestyle football.

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Kenyan MPs to vote on deputy president's impeachment

Rigathi Gachagua, 59, denies accusations of corruption and practising ethnically divisive politics.

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England's batting improves in crucial win over SA

Danni Wyatt-Hodge and Nat Sciver-Brunt guide England to an impressive seven-wicket win over South Africa at the Women's T20 World Cup.

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‘I found out I had cervical cancer while I was pregnant’

Countries in sub-Saharan Africa have the highest cervical cancer rates in the world.

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Ethiopia president replaced after falling out with PM

Sahle-Work Zewde was the country's first female head of state - a largely ceremonial position.

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Former junior world 800m champion Bett dies aged 26

Kenya's Kipyegon Bett, a former junior world champion over 800m, has died aged 26 following a short illness, with his sister blaming alcohol abuse and depression.

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Author to go on trial in France for downplaying Rwanda genocide

French-Cameroonian writer Charles Onana faces trial in Paris over a controversial book about the killings.

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Three arrested in South Africa over massacre of 18 relatives

Police say a fourth suspect in connection to the mass shooting will be arrested soon.

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South Africa cruise to statement World Cup win over Windies

Last year's finalists South Africa start their T20 World Cup campaign with an impressive 10-wicket win over West Indies.

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Maldives to seek bailout from India despite strained ties

Mohamed Muizzu is expected to seek a bailout worth hundreds of millions of dollars during his India visit.

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Tunisia's president seeks new term with one candidate in jail

President Kais Saied, accused of suppressing democracy, only has two challengers and one is in jail.

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Fresh faces in Mozambique's poll as independence era leaders bow out

A watershed poll will see a shift at the top with a new era of post-colonial leaders vying for power.

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Serial rapist in South Africa gets 42 life sentences

A court hears that Nkosinathi Phakathi, who mostly targeted children, is sentenced to multiple life terms.

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WHO approves first mpox test for quick diagnosis

Lack of testing and delays in getting the results have made curbing the virus's spread harder.

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Joy, fashion fluff and chocolate stuff: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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South Sudan’s president sacks his powerful spy chief

Gen Akol Koor Kuc has been moved to become governor of Warrup State, where insecurity is rife.

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UK will give sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands in the Indian Ocean.

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South African gospel legend Solly Moholo dies aged 65

The award-winning music icon fell ill while on a music tour in Botswana last month, his management says.

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Is Elon Musk’s Starlink a game changer for Africa?

The satellite internet company is expanding across Africa, but not without some controversy.

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Sudan army vows to fight on despite peace efforts

Fresh diplomatic attempts to negotiate a cessation of hostilities have failed to make progress.

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Dozens dead, 61 missing as two boats sink off Djibouti

The boats sank just 150 metres (492 feet) from a Djibouti beach, authorities say.

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Uproar as Kenyan activist in court over cyber-crime

Young lawyer David Morara Kebaso has attracted a huge following for exposing alleged corruption.

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Nigeria president pleads for 'patience' amid tough economy

Bola Tinubu says his controversial reforms are bearing fruit as protesters take to the streets.

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Africans in Lebanon: ‘Everyone is nervous on campus’

Africans studying in Beirut are having to weigh up whether or not they should leave the country.

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How Kenya's president has fallen out with his deputy

Lawmakers are threatening to oust the deputy president after accusing him of undermining the government.

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Ethiopian runners complete Berlin Marathon double

Ethiopia's Milkesa Mengesha wins the men's Berlin Marathon as compatriot Tigist Ketema claims victory in the women's race.

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How Arsenal became synonymous with black identity

Premier League club Arsenal has forged a deep connection with black culture and identity which goes far beyond sport.

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What I found on the secretive tropical island they don't want you to see

BBC reporter gains access to the remote ocean territory despite UK and US attempts to stop her.

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Marburg virus outbreak kills six in Rwanda

Most of the victims are healthcare workers in the intensive care unit, the health minister says.

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South Africa win first Rugby Championship since 2019

South Africa hammer Argentina in Nelspruit to win the Rugby Championship for the first time since 2019.

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France's Mr Africa spills the beans on secret cash

Long a confidant of French and African leaders, Robert Bourgi lifts the lid on post-colonial relations.

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Manhunt underway as 17 people killed in South Africa mass shooting

Fifteen women and two men were killed in a targeted attack on a village in Lusikisiki police say.

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'Seriously ill' Ghanaian activist denied bail

Oliver Barker-Vormawor pleaded not guilty to all the charges, including unlawful assembly.

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How Arsenal became synonymous with black identity

Premier League club Arsenal has forged a deep connection with black culture and identity which goes far beyond sport.

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Nigeria prison officials suspended over celebrity jail row

The transgender celebrity denies allegations she bribed officials to drop money laundering charges.

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Is Elon Musk’s Starlink a game changer for Africa?

The satellite internet company is expanding across Africa, but not without some controversy.

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Sudan army launches major attack on capital Khartoum

It appears to be the army's biggest offensive to regain control of the city for several months.

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Cameroonian separatist leader arrested in Norway

The 52-year-old is said to be playing a key role in Cameroon's Anglophone crisis, where over 6000 people have been killed.

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Toiling on a Kenyan flower farm to send fresh roses to Europe

Women work long and gruelling hours to grow the flowers sold across Europe.

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Eswatini opposition leader poisoned in South Africa - party

The Pudemo party leader is among the organisers of pro-democracy protests planned for next month.

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Nigerian soldier dismissed after alleging rape hits out

The former soldier made a video on Tiktok accusing senior officers of rape and harassment.

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Luvanga on 'hero' Ronaldo and 'becoming best in Africa'

On the eve of the new Saudi Women's Pro League season, Al-Nassr and Tanzania striker Clara Luvanga discusses life at the same club as Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Best goalkeeper award nomination ‘surreal’ - Williams

South Africa captain Ronwen Williams hopes his nomination for global football's Yashin Trophy will provide motivation to his compatriots.

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Hundreds of 'seriously ill' prisoners freed in DR Congo

The government aims to decongest Makala Prison where many died during a recent attempted jailbreak.

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Missing American hiker found dead in South Africa

South African authorities say they are investigating the death of the 20-year-old American student.

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Egyptian ship delivers weapons to Somalia

The second shipment in a month arrives, as tensions increase between the two countries and Ethiopia.

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Boat with 30 decomposing bodies found off Senegal coast

There has been a surge of deaths as more migrants try to reach the Canary Islands across the Atlantic Ocean.

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Nigeria's ruling party wins first test since Tinubu elected

The election was seen as a test of the APC’s popularity given Nigeria’s economic troubles.

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Kenya to send 600 more police officers to Haiti

This will bring the Kenyan contingent helping Haitian police fight gangs up to 1,000.

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The journey that helped save Nigeria's art for the nation

In the 1960s objects were gathered for the national museum, the question now is what to do with them.

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Jihadist airport assault leaves Mali's junta rattled

A brazen attack on the capital by al-Qaeda-linked fighters highlights the junta's security issues.

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Floods force Niger to delay new school year

The government says classrooms are being used to accommodate people whose houses have been destroyed.

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Businessman extradited from UK to South Africa on fraud charges

Michael Lomas is accused of manipulating massive contracts for work on a power station in South Africa.

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Too many games 'not good for football' - African boss Motsepe

Footballers playing too many games risks the 'long-term success' of football, says Caf president Patrice Motsepe.

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Holy nights and stunning sunrises: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Guinea stadium massacre fugitive extradited from Liberia

Claude Pivi, Guinea's most wanted fugitive, has been on the run since last year's dramatic prison break.

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Ousted president quits Gabon politics, calls for wife's release

The 65-year-old pledges not to be a threat to the military junta, which toppled him from power last August.

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What an athlete’s murder tells us about women’s safety in Kenya

Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's killing by her ex-partner revives calls for action on gender-based violence.

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Jihadists step up attacks on Burkina Faso civilians - rights group

Brutal atrocities, like slitting civilians' throats, have been reported, Human Rights Watch says.

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Why is Turkey deepening its ties with Somalia?

The two signed a new naval deal this year after more than a decade of strategic partnership.

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South Sudan's vital oil exports cleared to resume

Infrastructure damaged by Sudan's war has been repaired but it is not clear if the RSF will co-operate.

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Four children trapped in freezer in Namibia die

Police believe the children were accidentally trapped while playing inside the fridge but investigation is underway.

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Armed men strike military school in Mali capital

Gunshots have been ringing out in Bamako but the authorities now say the situation is under control.

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Prisoners flee after Nigeria floods damage jail

The state governor says that jihadist fighters may be among those who have fled.

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