WorldHow China is turning Africa’s ports into a global strategic edgeBeijing’s military-ready ports, linked to rail projects, encircle the continent.05 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldLibya killing: Who is behind the killing of Muammar Gaddafi's son?Seif al-Islam was the most prominent remaining figure associated with pre-2011 Libya.04 Feb 08:33 PM
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WorldAt least 7 dead, many missing as migrant boat sinks off GambiaThe boat, carrying more than 200 migrants, capsized in the middle of the night.01 Jan 10:12 PM
BoxingNigeria police detain driver in fatal Anthony Joshua car crashThe driver is in custody in Ogun state as investigators pursue inquiries.01 Jan 06:58 PM
WorldThe wondrous, short-lived dream of the MVP1 toiletA shared vision to end poverty has fractured. The fate of one project shows the fallout. 29 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldOver 10,000 people displaced in 3 days in Sudan: UNFighting has split Sudan in two, with rival forces ruling different regions.28 Dec 07:23 PM
WorldUS launches Christmas Day strikes on Isis targets in NigeriaThe attacks mark the first by US forces in Nigeria under President Donald Trump. 26 Dec 02:59 AM
WorldGunmen kill 9, wound 10 in South Africa bar attackThe attackers in two vehicles 'opened fire' at patrons and shot randomly as they fled.21 Dec 05:30 PM
WorldPutting Lagos 'on the street art map' with mural festivalJoy in the face of difficulty is a recurring thread touched on by Nigerian artists.10 Dec 05:00 PM
World100 abducted Nigerian children handed over to state officialsAround 165 children are still feared held, though the exact number is disputed.08 Dec 11:42 PM
WorldTwice-a-year HIV prevention shots begin in AfricaIt's the first public rollouts in Africa, which has the world’s highest HIV burden.01 Dec 09:38 PM
WorldArmed bandits seize bride and 13 others in NigeriaBaby also snatched in the raid in Sokoto State over the weekend.30 Nov 06:12 PM
WorldWave of abductions tests Nigeria's emergency security responseThe African nation's President has ordered 50,000 new police recruits.27 Nov 07:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVolunteers treat 500 patients on three-week Tanzania mission: ‘We have no idea how lucky we are’ Dr Peter Culham joined a Hawke’s Bay team treating 500 patients in Tanzania.27 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldGunmen seize women and children in another mass kidnapping in NigeriaPolice say herders stormed Isapa village, seizing 10 women and children.25 Nov 08:50 PM
WorldVolcano erupts in Ethiopia for first time in 12,000 yearsAsh from the blast has spread across Yemen, Oman, India and Pakistan.25 Nov 06:56 PM
WorldNamibian politician named after Adolf Hitler projected to win re-electionThe 59-year-old councillor says it is ‘too late’ to change his name.25 Nov 04:17 AM
WorldInside a thriving Chinatown neighbourhood in the heart of West AfricaChinese migrants have created a community in Bamako, but fear the advance of militants. 23 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldSchools shut after second mass abduction deepens Nigeria’s security crisisPresident Bola Tinubu skipped the G20 to focus on security concerns.22 Nov 12:15 AM
New ZealandKiwi Olympians cycle 4500km across Africa to give free bikes to localsHamish Legarth and Nicole Shields biked through six African nations.21 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldSun, sea, sand ... Somalia? Tourism trickles in despite insecurityThere has been a reduction of attacks in Mogadishu although incidents do still occur.20 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldZuma’s daughter linked to recruiting Africans for Russian warCyril Ramaphosa has ordered a probe into South Africans fighting for Russia.19 Nov 08:54 PM
WorldBridge collapse at Congo cobalt mine kills at least 32The miners who fell 'piled on top of each other, causing the deaths and injuries'.16 Nov 07:12 PM
WorldCOP30: The world has a decade to save its biggest tropical carbon sinkThe Congo Basin is a region of tropical forest larger than India.11 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldTanzania President sworn in as opposition says hundreds killed in protestsAn internet blackout cut Tanzania off for days after the disputed vote.03 Nov 09:23 PM
