Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds

17.09.2026 13:34 The body of veteran broadcaster Owen Ndlovu was found hours after armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.

Ninth woman's body found as South African police investigate string of deaths

17.09.2026 13:34 South Africa police have cautioned against assuming that all the killings are linked but many women are afraid.

African greats inspired by the potential of Nairobi 2029

16.09.2026 20:34 Some of Africa's great track and field stars expect the decision to award Kenya the 2029 World Athletics Championships to inspire the next generation.

Nigeria’s ‘sarcasm queen’ answers ‘silly’ questions about Africa

16.09.2026 20:34 Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

Messi in Argentina squad for farewell against Benin

16.09.2026 15:05 Argentina name Lionel Messi in their squad for a friendly against Benin in October in a match which is set to be the forward's farewell to international football.

Meet the Scottish teenagers poised to represent Uganda

16.09.2026 15:05 Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

South Africa prosecutors drop case against suspended police chief

16.09.2026 15:05 Fannie Masemola had denied the charges of failing to provide oversight of a controversial health contract.

Mbappe, Vini and Konate obscure Real's Ceuta message

16.09.2026 15:05 Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.

Legendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84

16.09.2026 15:05 Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.

US limits visas for South African officials over alleged anti-white discrimination

16.09.2026 09:04 Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.

How an African country got the 2029 World Athletics Championships?

15.09.2026 22:04 BBC Sport Africa's Celestine Karoney explains why the 2029 World Athletics Championships was given to Nairobi in Kenya, as the tournament will take place in Africa for the very first time.

How Kenya won its bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships

15.09.2026 22:04 Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

British woman abducted in Malawi, police say

15.09.2026 22:04 The mother of two young children was kidnapped in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

Nigeria arrests alleged Mexican drug kingpin at international airport

15.09.2026 22:04 Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.

South African president vows justice as more women's bodies found near Johannesburg

15.09.2026 22:04 Police have not linked the deaths to a serial killer but are investigating this possibility.