Ghanaians' ICC petition over migrant attacks 'opportunistic', says South Africa

23.07.2026 18:45 The petition argues the violence against migrants in South Africa could amount to crimes against humanity.

Even camels can't cope: Africa's ships of the desert hit by rising temperatures

23.07.2026 12:17 Herders and experts tell the BBC how Africa's camels are suffering because of extreme heat.

Africa prepares for historic Olympic moment at Dakar 2026

23.07.2026 12:17 The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics are set to have a "monumental" impact when the Senegalese capital becomes the first African city to host an Olympic event.

Two Russians handed down jail terms for terrorism and spying in Angola

22.07.2026 23:00 The two, a political consultant and a translator, denied allegations of fomenting protests last year.

Mysterious white foam draws crowds on Nigerian highway

22.07.2026 23:00 The environmental agency has warned people to avoid going near the substance as it could pose a health risk.

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger launch bid for 2032 Afcon

22.07.2026 23:00 Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger - three countries led by military governments - submit a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations.

Ipswich sign Diop from Fulham

22.07.2026 23:00 Ipswich Town sign Morocco defender Issa Diop from Fulham for £8.5m

Cocaine worth $370m seized in Liberia's biggest-ever drugs bust

22.07.2026 16:45 The seizure follows a long-running investigation into drug-trafficking networks, police say.

Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study

22.07.2026 16:45 Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.

South African hearing postponed for British-Zimbabwean triple murder suspect

22.07.2026 16:45 Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, accused of killing his wife and two daughters, is in custody in South Africa.

Ipswich complete £20m deal for Ghana winger Fatawu

22.07.2026 16:45 Ipswich Town complete the £20m signing of Abdul Fatawu, who played in all four of Ghana's games at the World Cup.

Why WhatsApp usernames could upset Somalia's anti-terror fight

22.07.2026 10:30 People will be able to chat without revealing their contact number once the new feature is rolled out.

UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital

22.07.2026 10:30 The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.

Ethiopian police arrest alleged leader of multi-million-dollar trafficking ring

22.07.2026 03:00 Mohammed Tahir has yet to comment on allegations he led a multi-million-dollar ring using torture to get money.

Shock and anger after top Ghanaian politician sentenced to 20 years for illegal mining

21.07.2026 20:30 Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as "Chairman Wontumi", was also fined more than $10,000 .