New cocaine trafficking hubs in Africa – UN

After Covid lockdowns hit both demand and supply, production is at record levels, the UN says.

Nigeria election 2023: The gubernatorial elections explained

Nigerians are heading back to the polls on Saturday to vote in governorship and local assembly elections.

Libya uranium: Tonnes gone missing, UN says

UN inspectors are trying to locate around two and a half tonnes of uranium ore.

Fifa controls Africa and ethics committee lacks independence, says former Caf boss Ahmad

Fifa is controlling Africa for strategic reasons and its ethics committee lacks independence, says former Caf president Ahmad.

Tropical Storm Freddy: Malawi hit by national tragedy – President Chakwera

Tropical Storm Freddy kills more than 200 people as government promises to intensify rescue efforts.

Storm Freddy: Malawi services ‘trying their best’

Malawi police services are 'trying their best' as more than 200 die as a result of Storm Freddy.

Liberia’s war and peace: Lessons from 30 years’ reporting

The BBC's Jonathan Paye-Layleh is retiring after covering Liberia for three tumultuous decades.

Bob Junior: Lion who was ‘king’ of the Serengeti killed by rivals

Three younger lions killed Bob Junior in a battle for dominance, wildlife officials say.

Costa Titch death: South African rapper ‘wanted to hit next level’

The rapper - who died after collapsing on stage - had plans to take things to "a whole new level".

Dancer whose barefoot video went viral meets Camilla

Anthony Mmesoma Madu got a ballet scholarship after he was filmed dancing barefoot in Lagos.