Tag Archive for: BBC News

Who are the Chawinga sisters leading Malawi’s bid for Wafcon glory?
Sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga are the undoubted stars of Malawi's unexpected run to the final of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
Pardon for president’s main rival in Chad
It paves the way for the release of Succès Masra from prison where he had been sentenced to 20 years.
US missionary released following kidnap in Niger, Christian group says
Kevin Rideout, who was kidnapped outside his home in the capital last October, is now with US officials.
Nigeria to miss Women’s World Cup after South Africa and Ghana win play-offs
South Africa and Ghana progress to an inter-confederation qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup, but Nigeria will miss the tournament for the first time.
Presidential pardon for French alleged spy accused of plotting Mali coup
France is yet to comment on Yann Vezilier's pardon and previously called the accusations "unfounded".
Tanzanian rangers arrested as police investigate death in national park
Rights groups have long raised concerns about alleged human rights violations in Ngorongoro.
Zambia vote counting resumes after pause over alleged attacks on polling staff
The electoral commission said violence had "resulted in the theft of marked ballot papers".
French ambassador to CAR accused of bringing women to official residence faces disciplinary action
Bruno Foucher is alleged to have brought women into his official residence, prompting an investigation.
Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief says
The outbreak, declared on 15 May, has caused more than 2,000 deaths, with thousands more reported cases.
Keeper Bihina stars as Cameroon upset Morocco to make Wafcon final
Cameroon's Michaely Bihina saves an extra-time penalty and three more spot kicks in a shootout to send her side though to the 2026 Wafcon final at the expense of host nation Morocco.