Nigeria’s victorious women footballers promised $100,000 each

Returning home as African champions, the president thanked the players for their inspiration.

More than 1,000 people arrested over deadly Angola fuel protests

"People are fed up, hunger is rife," activists tell the BBC as thousands join protests in Luanda.

What we learned from Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2024

After Nigeria sealed their 10th African title, several issues need to be addressed to boost women's football on the continent.

What we learned from Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2024

After Nigeria sealed their 10th African title, several issues need to be addressed to boost women's football on the continent.

‘How will we survive?’ Lesotho factory that made Trump golf shirts hit hard by US tariffs

The uncertainty around the paused tariffs has led to massive layoffs in Lesotho's textile industry.

‘How will we survive?’ Lesotho factory that made Trump golf shirts hit hard by US tariffs

The uncertainty around the paused tariffs has led to massive layoffs in Lesotho's textile industry.

Nigeria kidnappers kill 35 hostages even after ransom paid

They were put to death despite ransoms being paid for their release, a local official told the BBC.

How Trump wants the US to cash in on mineral-rich DR Congo’s peace deal

The US president is spearheading an ambitious but controversial deal to end a long-running conflict.

How Trump wants the US to cash in on mineral-rich DR Congo’s peace deal

The US president is spearheading an ambitious but controversial deal to end a long-running conflict.

Over 40 killed in DR Congo attack linked to Islamic State

Most of the dead were worshippers taking part in a night vigil which was stormed by armed men, officials said.