‘My mother’s body was left by smugglers in the desert’

Those escaping Sudan’s conflict have been turning to people smugglers, with deadly consequences.

‘My mother’s body was left by smugglers in the desert’

Those escaping Sudan’s conflict have been turning to people smugglers, with deadly consequences.

Dozens die after bus falls off bridge in Mali

Malians and citizens from other regions in West Africa are said to be among the victims.

Italian family seized by jihadists in Mali freed

A Jehovah's Witness couple and their son are released following their abduction in May 2022.

Rhino poaching on the rise in South Africa

Nearly 500 were killed in 2023 with hunters moving away from previous poaching hotspots.

Why Nigeria’s economy is in such a mess

Nigeria is experiencing its worst economic crisis in a generation, leading to nationwide protests.

Why Nigeria’s economy is in such a mess

Nigeria is experiencing its worst economic crisis in a generation, leading to nationwide protests.

Dozens killed during prayers at Burkina Faso mosque

The authorities say it happened on the same day that churchgoers were killed during morning mass.

Mauritius blocks cruise ship over cholera fears

The passengers developed gastroenteritis after visiting South Africa - not cholera, authorities say.

Africa Live: Africa’s largest mosque inaugurated in Algeria

The massive mosque is spread across 70 acres and can hold up to 120,000 worshippers - and more.