Entries by BBC News

Benin admits that 54 soldiers killed in attack by al-Qaeda group /in /by

This is the deadliest known attack since insurgents began operating in Benin at the beginning of the decade.

Zelensky says US pressure on Russia can secure ceasefire /in /by

"We believe that if more pressure is applied to Russia, we'll be able to make our positions closer," Zelensky said.

Tanzania bans South Africa and Malawi imports as trade row escalates /in /by

Tanzanian bananas are among the things hit in the dispute after Malawi stopped them from entering.

DR Congo and M23 rebels reach ceasefire deal in Qatar talks /in /by

Both parties reaffirm their commitment to an "immediate
cessation of hostilities" in latest truce deal.

South Africa and Ukraine woo each other – as relationships with Trump turn sour /in /by

Volodymyr Zelensky ends an historic visit to South Africa to counter Russia's influence on the continent.

Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania’s great survivor? /in /by

Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania’s great survivor? /in /by

Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

Kipyegon targets first women’s sub-four minute mile /in /by

Three-time Olympic and world 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon is to attempt to become the first woman to run a sub-four minute mile.

Kipyegon targets first women’s sub-four minute mile /in /by

Three-time Olympic and world 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon is to attempt to become the first woman to run a sub-four minute mile.

Africa is important to Trump, despite aid cuts, envoy tells BBC /in /by

Donald Trump "highly values Africa and African people", says his African envoy, Massad Boulos.