Is South Africa's coalition government about to fall apart?

The pro-business DA rejects the budget leaving the ANC to rely on other parties to get it passed in parliament.

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Zambia withdraw four US-based players for China trip

Zambia withdraw four US-based players for an upcoming tournament in China because of "travel measures" introduced by Donald Trump's administration.

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South Africa and Nigeria among countries hit by Trump's tariffs

Some of the highest rates will be levied on smaller African countries, with goods from Lesotho facing 50% tariffs.

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Ex-Shell boss tasked with cleaning up Nigeria's oil sector

President Tinubu restructures the NNPC, a company which has long struggled with corruption allegations.

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Niger's military leaders free ministers, but not ousted president

President Mohamed Bazoum has been under house arrest since the 2023 military takeover.

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Death sentence for three Americans over DR Congo coup attempt overturned

The Americans are among 37 people sentenced to death last September by a military court.

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Proteas coach Walter resigns for personal reasons

South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter, who took over in March 2023, resigns citing "personal reasons".

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British-Gambian student targeted by Trump leaves US

Momodou Taal had his visa revoked due to protest activities opposing Israel.

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How South Africa's 'Snowbok' booked Winter Olympics spot

Nicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago.

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Outrage in Somalia after man says he married missing eight-year-old

Her family had not seen her for six months before she was found with a man claiming to be her husband.

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Zambian president warns sleepy ministers against 'indulgence'

Hakainde Hichilema says some are dozing off because of "indulgence" and a lack of self-control.

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Zimbabwe shuts down amid calls for protests

Many streets across Zimbabwe remained deserted and empty on the day of a planned protest.

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Nigerian boxer dies after collapsing mid-bout

Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju has died after collapsing during a light heavyweight bout in Ghana on Saturday.

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Secret filming reveals brazen tactics of immigration scammers

An undercover BBC investigation exposes how rogue agents are exploiting a UK visa scheme.

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Why British boarding schools are so eager to open in Nigeria

With UK school fees rising, Nigeria's elite can now choose to give their offspring a British education at home.

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Somaliland rejects Somalia offer of key port to US

The breakaway republic argues Berbera port and airbase are not Somalia's to give away.

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Guinea's ex-military ruler pardoned over stadium massacre

Moussa Dadis Camara, pardoned on health grounds, was less than a year into a 20-year sentence.

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Under-fire Zimbabwe president names new army chief

It comes ahead of planned protests by a group of war veterans who want Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign.

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Egypt submarine sinking: What we know so far

Six people have died after the submarine sank near Hurghada, a popular tourist destination.

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Superfans and spiderman: Africa's top shots

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

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