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'Appalling weekend' - Arokodare & Mundle latest players to be racially abused

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 00:35
Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland winger Romaine Mundle are the latest Premier League players to be sent racist abuse on social media this weekend.
Categories: Africa, Afrique

Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festival

Sat, 21/02/2026 - 02:57
Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.

Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festival

Sat, 21/02/2026 - 02:57
Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.
Categories: Africa, Afrique

Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka to finish top of Group B

Thu, 19/02/2026 - 19:19
Zimbabwe finish top of Group B at the T20 World Cup by stunning co-hosts Sri Lanka, West Indies maintain their unbeaten record, and Canada bid farewell to Navneet Dhaliwal with another defeat.
Categories: Africa, Afrique

UN says Sudan atrocities are 'hallmarks of genocide'

Thu, 19/02/2026 - 09:08
A UN Fact Finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.
Categories: Africa, European Union

The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables

Thu, 19/02/2026 - 01:16
During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.
Categories: Africa, Afrique

The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables

Thu, 19/02/2026 - 01:16
During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Suspected carbon-monoxide leak kills at least 30 miners in Nigeria, witnesses say

Wed, 18/02/2026 - 18:29
The workers are believed to have collapsed after the gas built up in poorly ventilated tunnels.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Turkey's president rejects Israel's recognition of Somaliland

Wed, 18/02/2026 - 14:10
He made the comment on an official visit to Ethiopia, saying it could prove dangerous for a volatile region.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Social media suspended in Gabon for 'spreading of false information'

Wed, 18/02/2026 - 12:05
The media regulator said the ban would be in place "until further notice".
Categories: Africa, European Union

Gold fever hits South Africa after lucky find in cattle pen

Wed, 18/02/2026 - 01:28
"This is the only hustle we know," miners tell the BBC as they try their luck at the site in Springs.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Family of Zambia's ex-President Lungu dismiss poisoning allegation - lawyers

Tue, 17/02/2026 - 18:04
It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu's body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Nigerians hang on to hope of 2026 World Cup reprieve

Tue, 17/02/2026 - 14:47
Nigeria fans are still hoping Fifa may rule in their favour over allegations that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during Africa's 2026 World Cup play-offs.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Zimbabwe through at T20 World Cup after washout

Tue, 17/02/2026 - 13:07
Zimbabwe qualify for the Super 8s at the T20 World Cup as rain washes out their Group B game against Ireland.
Categories: Africa, European Union

How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest party

Tue, 17/02/2026 - 02:07
John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.
Categories: Africa, Afrique

How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest party

Tue, 17/02/2026 - 02:07
John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Kenyans drop flowers for Valentine's bouquets of cash. Not everyone is impressed

Sat, 14/02/2026 - 01:02
Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.
Categories: Africa, Afrique

Kenyans drop flowers for Valentine's bouquets of cash. Not everyone is impressed

Sat, 14/02/2026 - 01:02
Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Africa Cup of Nations 2027 set for June-July slot

Fri, 13/02/2026 - 16:18
Afcon 2027 will be held in June and July next year and reports the finals could be delayed are "totally unfounded", says African football boss Patrice Motsepe.
Categories: Africa, European Union

Brilliant Muzarabani helps Zimbabwe stun Australia

Fri, 13/02/2026 - 10:32
Blessing Muzarabani claims a superb 4-17 as Zimbabwe held their nerve to stun Australia with a thrilling 23-run win in the T20 World Cup.
Categories: Africa, European Union

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