Ethiopia warns Eritrea it will defend itself after troops cross border
Truckloads of Eritrean soldiers have been seen driving into Ethiopia, which has reportedly responded with drone strikes.
Category: Africa
Doctor accused of 1994 Rwanda genocide offences to face trial in UK
Dr Vincent Brown was allegedly a “leader” or “supervisor” of violent acts carried out by others in the early days of the genocide.
Zambia signs US health deal after disputes over data-sharing
The US will provide $1.5bn (£1.1bn) under the deal that was negotiated after Trump cut USAID funding.
Afcon final to play out in court – when will Morocco or Senegal be crowned champions?
The Court of Arbitration for Sport is set to rule on the decision to strip Senegal of their Afcon 2025 title. But fans should not expect an immediate verdict.
Why Zimbabwe tycoon 'Sir Wicknell' was loved and hated in Africa
Wicknell Chivayo divided opinion in life and continues to do so in death.
Group of 20 graduates rescued after being abducted in Nigeria
The group was kidnapped earlier this month while travelling for a community service programme
Eritrean troops move deep into Ethiopia's Tigray region as fighting escalates
Residents of Adigrat tell the BBC they have seen truck loads of soldiers from Eritrea moving south.
Kenya must be 'clean' to be credible, says Wada chief
Wada president Witold Banka says Kenya must strengthen testing, investigations and anti-doping enforcement before hosting the 2029 World Athletics Championships.
Benin prepare for 'historic' role in Messi's Argentina farewell
A tiny west African nation, Benin will be the final opponent of Lionel Messi’s international career when they face Argentina in Buenos Aires’ Estadio Monumental.
South Africa hope to host first African Olympics
The International Olympic Committee confirms South Africa have shown an interest in becoming the first African host of the summer Olympics.