Africa

Congo-Brazzaville’s incumbent President Denis Sassou Nguesso has been re-elected for a fifth term in a landslide win, provisional results showed Tuesday. Sassou …

Following the unprecedented decision to strip Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations title and hand it to Morocco, Mark Owen is …

In tonight’s edition, Senegal is demanding a corruption investigation, after the Confederation of African Football stripped the Lions of Teranga of their 2025 …

Khan Younis, Gaza Strip – Historic landmarks often withstand centuries of volatile change, but when rockets and missiles fall, even the most …

First, fresh violence is sweeping across Nigeria. Fifteen people killed in Katsina State while deadly explosions rock the northeastern city of Maiduguri, …

Listen to this article | 4 mins info Multiple blasts have struck Nigeria’s northeastern city of Maiduguri, killing and wounding dozens of people, according …

Airline says limited number of flights will operate as of March 18 between Qatari capital and dozens of destinations. Listen to this …

Scientists warn that proposed shark nets for protecting swimmers near a new €100 million Club Med resort in South Africa could threaten …

Voters in the Republic of Congo will choose their next president on Sunday, although longtime leader Dennis Sassou Nguesso is likely to …

Pointe-Noire and Brazzaville, Republic of Congo – In Pointe-Noire, the economic capital of the Republic of Congo, the aisles of the Grand …

In tonight’s edition, a new report warns that trafficking routes from Latin America to Europe are increasingly passing through the West Africa …

A Zambian scientist is on a quest to prevent brain drain from Africa so he’s established a state-of-the-art drug discovery lab in …

In tonight’s edition, a French aid worker is killed by a drone strike in Goma in eastern DRC. Also,  global cocoa prices …

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Frustrated players say they were left in the dark for days over their travel while England flew out within two days. Listen …

Afghanistan were due to host Sri Lanka for a six-match series in the UAE, which has been hit by attacks from Iran. …

On February 28, the United States and Israel launched a war on Iran. The US-Israeli attacks came without prior warning or approval …

Decree strips parties of legal status and assets, as opposition leader calls on Guineans to resist Listen to this article | 3 mins info …

Mumbai, India – For millions of Indians, the ghosts of a home Cricket World Cup defeat to Australia still haunt their memories …

In tonight’s edition, at least 200 people have been killed in a coltan mine collapse in the East of the DRC. Also, …

In tonight’s edition: ECOWAS eyes up forming a regional force to combat rising jihadist violence. Also, Ghanaian authorities are set to begin …

Swiss food giant Nestlé is facing criticism over the sugar content of Cerelac, its infant cereal brand sold in Africa. An investigation …

Understanding one of the world’s oldest civilizations can’t be achieved through a single film or book. But recent works of literature, journalism, …

Who: South Africa vs New ZealandWhat: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semifinalWhen: Wednesday, March 4 at 7pm (13:30 GMT)Where: Eden Gardens, Kolkata, …

The United States and Israel’s war with Iran has spilled over into the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical …

EXPLAINER From schedule and venues to title favourites and their route to the semifinals – Al Jazeera explains it all. Listen to …

First, dozens of Ghanaians have been killed on the battlefields of Ukraine, as Ghana’s Foreign Minister makes a direct appeal to President …

Who: Pakistan vs Sri LankaWhat: ICC 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup Super EightsWhere: Pallekele Cricket Stadium, Pallekele in Sri LankaWhen: Saturday, February …

Cape Town, South Africa – Two ominous letters are spray-painted on a wall at the entrance to Tafelsig, a township in Mitchells …

In tonight’s programme, DR Congo forces launched drone strikes on M23 rebels near Rubaya, a key coltan mine, as militias capture Kazinga. Also, Kenya …