Tag Archive for: BBC News

New outbreak of Ebola kills 65 in eastern DR Congo
Africa's top health agency says around 246 cases have been reported.
African fans face World Cup issues despite visa bond U-turn
The Trump administration waives a $15,000 visa bond for fans from five countries who have World Cup tickets, but African fans still face challenges.
Springboks’ Ntlabakanye given 18-month doping ban
South Africa prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye is banned for 18 months for breaking anti-doping rules - ruling him out of the 2027 World Cup.
Former Nigerian minister sentenced to 75 years in rare corruption verdict
Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman was convicted last week - but the authorities do not know his whereabouts.
‘They shot my neighbour in the head’ – the lakeside city traumatised by war
Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.
Afcon final ‘deficiencies’ dealt with – Motsepe
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.
Afcon final ‘deficiencies’ dealt with – Motsepe
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.
Dozens of dogs rescued and suspect arrested in Uganda after BBC investigation
A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.
Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo dies from cancer aged 40
The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.
Ghana to evacuate 300 from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
The foreign minister says the "distressed" Ghanaians registered with the embassy in Pretoria to be evacuated.