NewsAfricaMan sentenced to death for murder of toddlers at Ugandan nurseryChristopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.12 hrs agoAfrica'How are we going to get back home?' Islamist group tightens blockade on Mali capitalThe blockade comes days after Mali's defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.14 hrs agoAfricaMadagascar detains French national over alleged plot to stir unrestMalagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.1 day agoAfricaRussian paramilitary carried out air strikes in Mali as rebels advanced, footage showsLast weekend's attacks came as the Africa Corps withdrew from a key base in northern Mali.2 days agoWorld'I did not expect it': Kenya's Sabastian Sawe welcomed home with jubilant celebrationsThe first man to run a marathon in under two hours in a competitive race received a hero's welcome from supporters and family when he arrived home.21 hrs agoAfricaMeta in row after workers in Kenya who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobsMeta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.19 hrs agoAfricaRobert Mugabe's son deported from South Africa over firearms offenceThe 28-year-old was arrested in February after a man had been shot at his home in Johannesburg.20 hrs agoAfricaFeatures and analysisWhat next for Mali's military leaders after shock of rebel offensive?The military came to power to bolster security but the weekend's attacks have brought that into question.How special Sawe broke iconic sub-two-hour barrierKenya's Sabastian Sawe on becoming the first person to break the two-hour barrier for the marathon.The detained anti-colonial activist grabbing attention in West Africa: Who is Kemi Seba?The activist has condemned France's influence in West Africa and been accused of being a "Russian mouthpiece".A nation built on pan-African principles faces questions about racismSeveral black Zambians tell the BBC they sometimes feel like they are second-class citizens in their own country.Behind Nigeria's murky coup plot - the money, the prayers and a Nollywood arrestWhat court papers and sources close to the investigation have told the BBC about the scope of the plan.African sportAfrican athletes need support and protection - KebinatshipiBotswana's Collen Kebinatshipi urges African federations to offer better support for athletes amid concerns of a talent drain from the continent.Guinea Bissau's Djabi seriously injured in stabbingMidtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition having been seriously injured in a stabbing in Denmark, his club says.Former Nigeria striker Eneramo dies during matchMichael Eneramo, who won 10 caps for the Super Eagles, dies aged 40 after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest during a friendly game.'I cried so hard' - the Kenyan WNBA star who beat US visa heartbreakMadina Okot only started playing basketball six years ago, but the Kenyan's rapid rise has seen her set a WNBA milestone at the age of 21.Korir defends Boston Marathon title with course recordKenya's John Korir sets a new course record of two hours, one minute and 52 seconds to win a second successive Boston Marathon.Watch/ListenJoy as record-breaking runner Sawe returns homeBBC reports from Kenya, home to Sabastian Sawe, the first man to run a marathon in under two hours.'I jumped around the house': Sabastian Sawe's parents celebrate marathon recordEmily and Simion Sawe share their pride at the runner's historic sub-two-hour marathon win. 'I was not thinking to run a world record'Kenya's new sporting icon Sabastian Sawe admits his world record time at the London Marathon came as a surprise.The human cost of the war in Sudan, three years onThe conflict, which erupted in 2023, has left behind a human toll which is "simply staggering", reports the BBC's Barbara Plett Usher.DR Congo qualify for World Cup: 'Amidst pain and war, this victory makes us proud’DR Congo are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1974, with fans in Kinshasa celebrating the team's 1-0 play-off win over Jamaica.Programmes and podcastsLive: World Service for AfricaFocus on Africa PodcastTwo essential stories to round off your working day. Explaining the news from AfricaThis is AfricaLatest updates12 hrs agoMan sentenced to death for murder of toddlers at Ugandan nurseryChristopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.12 hrs ago14 hrs ago'How are we going to get back home?' Islamist group tightens blockade on Mali capitalThe blockade comes days after Mali's defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.14 hrs ago19 hrs agoMeta in row after workers who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobsMeta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.19 hrs ago20 hrs agoRobert Mugabe's son deported from South Africa over firearms offenceThe 28-year-old was arrested in February after a man had been shot at his home in Johannesburg.20 hrs ago21 hrs ago'I did not expect it': Kenya's Sabastian Sawe welcomed home with jubilant celebrationsThe first man to run a marathon in under two hours in a competitive race received a hero's welcome from supporters and family when he arrived home.21 hrs ago1 day agoJoy as record-breaking runner Sawe returns homeBBC reports from Kenya, home to Sabastian Sawe, the first man to run a marathon in under two hours.1 day ago1 day agoMadagascar detains French national over alleged plot to stir unrestMalagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.1 day ago2 days agoWhat next for Mali's military leaders after shock of rebel offensive?The military came to power to bolster security but the weekend's attacks have brought that into question.2 days ago2 days agoOil tycoons deny paying bribes to former Nigerian ministerDiezani Alison-Madueke is accused of being treated to luxury home stays and lavish spending sprees in the UK, which she denies.2 days ago...
