Tag Archive for: BBC News

Benin’s Wadagni wins presidency by landslide
Electoral commission says Romuald Wadagni has won with over 94% of the vote with most ballots counted.
Can this man broaden the appeal of a South African party seen by some as ‘too white’?
The Democratic Alliance's new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, admits the party's support is too narrow.
Ghana appoint ex-Man Utd assistant Queiroz as coach
Former Manchester United assistant manager Carlos Queiroz is appointed as Ghana's head coach for the upcoming World Cup.
Ex-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribes
Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by industry figures.
Ghana’s Partey denies two new counts of rape
Thomas Partey, 32, pleads not guilty to two new allegations of rape at Southwark Crown Court.
Ghanaian footballer killed in armed attack on his team, Berekum Chelsea
The team was returning from a fixture when they were attacked, officials say.
Ghanaian footballer killed after armed attackers open fire at team bus
The team was returning from a match when they were attacked by "masked men wielding guns", officials say.
Leo becomes first Pope to visit Algeria at start of major Africa tour
Leo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.
Nigeria Air Force orders investigation after dozens killed in airstrike
The Nigerian Air Force said it has launched investigations after it struck a village market while targeting militants.
The prophet and the mysterious death of Charmain Speirs
A BBC Disclosure investigation has uncovered significant questions about what happened at the hotel where Charmain died.