Entries by BBC News

Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya

The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.

Why Namibia’s green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins

A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility.

Why Namibia’s green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins

A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility.

New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over ‘undiplomatic remarks’

Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.

New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over ‘undiplomatic remarks’

Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.

French aid worker among three killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city

Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers in Goma.

Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 100

Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.

The Mugabe family after losing power – arrests, accusations and arguments

Bellarmine Mugabe will negotiate a plea deal after being accused of attempted murder and other charges in South Africa.

Arrests, accusations and arguments – the Mugabe family after losing power

With Bellarmine Mugabe due in court we look at what has happened to Zimbabwe's ex-first family.

Madagascar military leader dissolves government in surprise move

Col Randrianirina, who seized power last year, did not give a reason for dissolving his government.