Tag Archive for: BBC News

Zambia courts sealed off as election petition deadline looms
Preparations for President Hakainde Hichilema's second inauguration appear to be continuing.
Nigerian film star Ogogo dies from cancer aged 66
Taiwo Hassan, better known as Ogogo, was one of the most recognisable faces of Yoruba cinema.
Four arrested over boxing champion’s murder in South Africa
One of the suspects is due in court on Monday to be charged with murder and attempted murder.
Guinea rubbish landfill collapse kills 31
A mound of rubbish at a major waste site buried several homes in the capital, the government says.
Kejelcha breaks men’s half marathon world record by 29 seconds
Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha breaks the men's half marathon world record in a time of 56 minutes 51 seconds in a World Athletics road race in Buenos Aires.
DR Congo and M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
Representatives met in Switzerland to work out next steps to resolve the conflict.
Did a goat herder’s lucky $200 nugget spark a gold rush in western Kenya?
Prospectors have come to West Pokot county in the hope a gram of the precious metal can change their lives.
Two-time world champion Tete shot dead outside home
Zolani Tete, a former WBO bantamweight and IBF super-flyweight world champion, has been shot dead outside his home in South Africa.
Ethiopia’s Virgin Mary festival in Tigray cancelled over drone strike fears
An eagerly anticipated gathering of women will not be taking place following recent aerial strikes.
Partey signs for Al-Shabab in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab confirm the signing of Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey.