NewsNewsAfricaGoodbye officer, hello touchscreen - a vision for policing in EthiopiaA project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.8 hrs agoAfricaUK to stop study visas from Cameroon and Sudan due to 'abuse'The government will end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, due to what she says is abuse.27 mins agoPoliticsIs it time to trust South Africa as World Cup 'favourites'?South Africa are the only unbeaten team left at the T20 World Cup and go into their semi-final against New Zealand as favourites, so it is time to trust them despite their past in global tournaments? 16 hrs agoSouth AfricaDeath toll in 'surprise' attack in South Sudan rises to 178, local official saysMedical aid groups have described the scale of casualties as alarming as people seek treatment.19 hrs agoAfricaBelgium detains three suspected Cameroon separatists in war crimes probeMoney is reportedly being raised by them for the armed struggle, prosecutors say.15 hrs agoWorldUS sanctions Rwanda's military and top commanders over fighting in DR CongoRwanda accused Washington's move as “one sided” and politically motivated.22 hrs agoWorldAnglican divisions deepen as rebel clerics pick rival to first female leaderConservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.17 hrs agoAfricaFeatures and analysisKidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel regionGrowing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.Is Ethiopia heading back to war in Tigray?Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front lineIntensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festivalDays of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetablesDuring winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest partyJohn Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.Kenyans drop flowers for Valentine's bouquets of cash. Not everyone is impressedBouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.A seat at the table or on the menu? Africa grapples with the new world orderThe US president has shaken up international relations and the continent is working out where it stands.African sportKosgei wins Tokyo Marathon in record timeKenya's Brigid Kosgei sets a new course record of 2:14:29 with a commanding victory at the Tokyo Marathon.South Africa beat Zimbabwe to set up NZ semi-finalSouth Africa produce an unconvincing performance with the bat as they beat Zimbabwe by five wickets to set up a semi-final against New ZealandZimbabwe eliminated from World Cup after defeat to IndiaDefending champions India pile on 256-4 as they eliminate Zimbabwe from the T20 World Cup with victory in Chennai.Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen 'because of Afcon'The Africa Cup of Nations proved to be "a big stumbling block" when Manchester United discussed signing Victor Osimhen, according to former coach Benni McCarthy.Joshua crash driver case adjourned to MarchThe driver of the car involved in a fatal crash involving British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has appeared in court in Nigeria.Watch/ListenAt the scene: Muslims killed 'over rejection of extremist ideology' in NigeriaAt least 78 bodies have been buried, while it's feared that more than 170 people were killed altogether.'The water took everything': Mozambique hit by worst floods in decadesNearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in MozambiqueJubilant Senegal fans join the Afcon champions paradeThousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.Senegalese fans celebrate dramatic Afcon win Senegalese fans celebrate their team's victory at the Africa Cup of Nations.South African national park closed due to floodsOngoing floods in the north-eastern provinces of South Africa has led to the closure of the world-famous Kruger National Park.Programmes and podcastsLive: World Service for AfricaFocus on Africa PodcastTwo essential stories to round off your working day. Explaining the news from AfricaThis is AfricaLatest updates8 hrs agoGoodbye officer, hello touchscreen - a vision for policing in EthiopiaA project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.8 hrs ago17 hrs agoAnglican divisions deepen as rebel clerics pick rival to first female leaderConservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.17 hrs ago19 hrs agoDeath toll in 'surprise' attack in South Sudan rises to 178, local official saysMedical aid groups have described the scale of casualties as alarming as people seek treatment.19 hrs ago2 days agoSouth African TV personality who planned to take his life dies aged 61Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.2 days ago2 days agoKidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel regionGrowing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.2 days ago6 days agoGirl, 14, shot dead as South Africa's 'taxi wars' hit schoolViolence has plagued South Africa's highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.6 days ago6 days agoIs Ethiopia heading back to war in Tigray?Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.6 days ago6 days agoNigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddlerThe internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.6 days ago6 days agoUN sanctions paramilitary leaders over Sudan atrocitiesThe RSF's capture of the city in October was one of the most brutal chapters of Sudan's nearly three-year civil war. 6 days ago...
