South Africa producer inflation slows to 2.7% y/y in July
JOHANNESBURG South Africa's producer inflation slowed to 2.7% year on year in July from 4.8% in June, statistics
2023-08-31 17:56
52 dead in central Johannesburg apartment block fire
South African authorities say it is unclear what sparked the blaze at the five-storey building.
2023-08-31 14:16
At least 20 dead in Johannesburg fire
At least 20 people have died and 43 injured after a fire broke out in a five-story building in central Johannesburg early Thursday morning, according to South Africa's public broadcaster SABC.
2023-08-31 13:26
Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader
Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
2023-08-31 08:54
Zimbabwe media guide
An overview of the media in Zimbabwe, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.
2023-08-30 17:20
Army officers say they are taking power in Gabon
Army officers go on TV to say they are annulling the results of the recent presidential election.
2023-08-30 12:57
On patrol with Tunisia's coast guard: Nine boats in 24 hours
BBC team spends 24 hours with Tunisia's coast guard, as it finds people desperate to cross continents.
2023-08-30 08:24
Uganda's anti-LGBT laws: Man faces death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'
He is charged with "aggravated homosexuality" under tough new anti-LGBTQ legislation enacted in May.
2023-08-29 20:30
What is Russia's Wagner group, and what has happened to its leader?
Russian officials have confirmed Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin died in a plane crash on 23 August.
2023-08-29 16:30
Salif Keïta: 'Golden Voice of Africa' supports Mali's coup leaders
Salif Keïta has been appointed by the junta head as his special adviser on cultural affairs.
2023-08-29 08:28
Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey
France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta.
2023-08-28 20:59
Israel’s New Bid to Forge an Arab Ally in Libya Sparks Backlash
Israel’s latest attempt to forge fresh alliances in the Arab world hit a stumbling block in Libya, sparking
2023-08-28 18:56