Why Nigeria’s lax attitude to names is causing a fuss
Many Nigerians have different names on different documents - which can be problematic for politicians.
2023-10-22 11:23
Ukraine war: Kyiv troop build-up reported across Dnipro river
Ukraine appears to be expanding its forces on the Russian-occupied left or eastern bank of the river.
2023-10-19 23:22
Sudan conflict: Ethnic cleansing committed in Darfur, UK says
Analysis of satellite images provides evidence that dozens of Darfur villages have been burned down.
2023-10-18 13:16
Somalia's violin novice to TV orchestra triumph in four years
Audiences are lapping up televised orchestra performances reviving Somali music for a new generation.
2023-10-15 08:20
Gabon coup: Wife of deposed President Ali Bongo detained
Sylvia Bongo was under house arrest, but a judge says she should be held in jail ahead of a trial.
2023-10-12 23:50
Malawi heatwave warning issued as temperatures set to soar
Temperatures could soar to 44C, the weather bureau says, as it urges people to avoid alcohol.
2023-10-12 18:55
Liberia election: George Weah faces demands for war crimes court
The former football star is running for a second term but faces demands for a war crimes court.
2023-10-07 07:56
Naira Marley: Afrobeats star taken into police custody over MohBad's death
Police take Naira Marley into custody for questioning as they investigate MohBad's death.
2023-10-04 17:51
Gabon's predators on the pitch: Inside a paedophile football scandal
BBC Africa Eye speaks to more than 30 witnesses about a network of abuse that continued for decades.
2023-10-02 07:47
Senegal's navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants
They were attempting the treacherous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands - a gateway to Europe.
2023-10-02 04:23
Nigeria's President Tinubu increases wages as national strike looms
The rise is far short of the demands of trade unions angered by the sharp rise in cost of living.
2023-10-02 03:29
Mali crisis: Fierce fighting erupts after Tuareg rebels kill 'more than 80 soldiers'
Tuareg rebels attack a northern town as the UN mission continues its withdrawal from Mali.
2023-10-01 22:27