NewsAfricaChinese national given one year in prison for smuggling ants out of KenyaZhang Kequn was arrested in March while trying to travel to China with more than 2,000 live ants.2 hrs agoWorldNigeria drops terrorism financing charges against ex-justice ministerAbubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.28 mins agoAfricaKenya fuel prices rise sharply despite reduction in tax due to Iran warDiesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.8 hrs agoAfricaCameroon separatists to pause fighting ahead of Pope visitThe separatists say their decison reflects responsibility, restraint and respect for human dignity.1 day agoWorldSouth Africa names apartheid-era politician as new ambassador to the USRoelf Meyer played a key role as a negotiator during talks to end white-minority rule in South Africa.4 hrs agoWorldThree years of messages at once - a chronicle of Sudan's war pours in as trapped reporter's phone turns onAs the conflict enters its fourth year, journalist Mohamed Suleiman shudders at what has been lost. 8 hrs agoAfricaThe human cost of the war in Sudan, three years onThe conflict, which erupted in 2023, has left behind a human toll which is "simply staggering", reports the BBC's Barbara Plett Usher.9 hrs agoAfricaFeatures and analysisCan this man broaden the appeal of a South African party seen by some as 'too white'?The Democratic Alliance's new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, admits the party's support is too narrow.Pope prioritises world's fastest-growing Catholic region in major Africa tourLeo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.The prophet and the mysterious death of Charmain SpeirsA BBC Disclosure investigation has uncovered significant questions about what happened at the hotel where Charmain died. 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Explaining the news from AfricaThis is AfricaLatest updates28 mins agoNigeria drops terrorism financing charges against ex-justice ministerAbubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.28 mins ago8 hrs agoThree years of messages at once - a chronicle of Sudan's war pours in as trapped reporter's phone turns onAs the conflict enters its fourth year, journalist Mohamed Suleiman shudders at what has been lost. 8 hrs ago8 hrs agoKenya fuel prices rise sharply despite reduction in tax due to Iran warDiesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.8 hrs ago9 hrs agoThe human cost of the war in Sudan, three years onThe conflict, which erupted in 2023, has left behind a human toll which is "simply staggering", reports the BBC's Barbara Plett Usher.9 hrs ago1 day agoPartner of US influencer who died in Zanzibar speaking to police as witnessThe police said Ashly Robinson, known online as Ashlee Jenae, had died after attempting to take her own life. 1 day ago1 day agoBenin's Wadagni wins presidency by landslideElectoral commission says Romuald Wadagni has won with over 94% of the vote with most ballots counted.1 day ago2 days agoCan this man broaden the appeal of a South African party seen by some as 'too white'?The Democratic Alliance's new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, admits the party's support is too narrow.2 days ago2 days agoEx-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribesDiezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by industry figures.2 days ago2 days agoPope prioritises world's fastest-growing Catholic region in major Africa tourLeo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.2 days ago...
