Why broken African phones are shipped to Europe

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A lack of recycling facilities in Africa has spurred one Dutch company to import broken phones.

Fifa Club World Cup dates ‘disrespectful’ to Africa, says Mido

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Holding the Fifa Club World Cup while the Africa Cup of Nations is ongoing is "disrespectful" to Africa, according to ex-Egypt striker Mido.

New Omicron variant: Are low vaccination rates in South Africa a factor?

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Has the slow rollout of vaccines in southern Africa allowed coronavirus mutations to develop?

Covid Omicron: No need to panic, South Africa minister says

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Joe Phaahla says South Africa is experienced in dealing with Covid variants, despite a surge in cases.

Tanzania: Seven die in Zanzibar after eating poisonous turtle meat

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The meat is a delicacy for some in Tanzania but the authorities have now banned its consumption.

Nick Mwendwa: Kenya FA boss bailed after being charged with four counts of fraud

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Football Kenya Federation president Nick Mwendwa is released on bail after being charged with four counts of fraud totalling approximately $337,200.

Oscar Pistorius: Reeva Steenkamp’s parents to meet her killer

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The ex-Paralympian is moved to a prison close to the parents of the woman he killed eight years ago.

Covid leaves UK rugby teams stranded in South Africa

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Scarlets have returned but Cardiff have been forced to remain in South Africa after positive Covid-19 cases are confirmed in their squads.

Tigray: Suspicion and sacrifice as Ethiopia fighting spreads

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Ethiopians tell the BBC they are willing to give up their lives to defend their country against rebels.

Joseph Kabila and DR Congo’s missing millions

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Millions of dollars of public funds went through bank accounts of ex-President Joseph Kabila's allies, BBC Africa Eye reveals.