Entries by BBC News

Why the UAE has incurred the wrath of Somalia /in /by

The government in Mogadishu has accused the UAE of undermining its sovereignty.

Votes being counted in Uganda election as opposition alleges rigging /in /by

The election is a rematch between Bobi Wine and Yoweri Museveni, who has been president for 40 years.

Mane destroys Salah’s Afcon dream again – will he get another chance? /in /by

Mohamed Salah's Afcon dream was ended by Sadio Mane and Senegal on Wednesday night - but how many more chances will the Liverpool forward have to win the competition?

Mane destroys Salah’s Afcon dream again – will he get another chance? /in /by

Mohamed Salah's Afcon dream was ended by Sadio Mane and Senegal on Wednesday night - but how many more chances will the Liverpool forward have to win the competition?

Trump administration pauses immigrant visa processing for many African countries /in /by

The pause starting on 21 January will bar foreign nationals who "would take welfare and public benefits".

Trump administration pauses immigrant visa processing for many African countries /in /by

The pause starting on 21 January will bar foreign nationals who "would take welfare and public benefits".

Burkina Faso sack coach as Mali hit by resignations /in /by

Burkina Faso sack coach Brama Traore after their last-16 exit at Afcon 2025, while 10 high-ranking members of Mali's football federation resign.

Uganda election chief says he has had threats over results declaration /in /by

This follows comments by a presidential assistant that Bobi Wine would not be declared president, even if he wins.

Why Osimhen has become ‘king of Nigerian football’ /in /by

Nigeria face a huge semi-final against Africa Cup of Nations hosts and favourites Morocco on Wednesday.

Why Osimhen has become ‘king of Nigerian football’ /in /by

Nigeria face a huge semi-final against Africa Cup of Nations hosts and favourites Morocco on Wednesday.