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Rwanda-DR Congo tension: Shooting of plane an ‘act of war’

January 25, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

In a sign of growing tensions, Rwanda says it took "defensive action" against a plane in its airspace.

Kwesi Appiah: Former Black Stars boss says he wants the job for a third time

January 24, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Former Black Stars boss Kwesi Appiah reveals he is eager to return for a third stint in the Ghana hot seat.

Rugby sevens star Collins Injera retires

January 24, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Kenya's Collins Injera, the second-highest scorer in Rugby 7s history, announces he is retiring.

Nigeria elections 2023: What you need to know

January 24, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

The BBC explores key contenders, voter issues and why this ballot is different to previous ones.

Inside the Atlas Lions’ epic World Cup run

January 24, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Harrison Kingston was part of Liverpool's Champions League and Premier League success. In 2020, he swapped it all to work with Morocco.

Morocco and PSG defender Achraf Hakimi named Arab Sportsman of the Year

January 23, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi has been named Arab Sportsman of the Year for 2022 after aiding his country's World Cup run and Paris St-Germain's league title.

Arsenal fans arrested in Uganda after celebrating Manchester United victory

January 23, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

The fans were celebrating with a replica trophy but were arrested for staging an illegal procession

Lavrov visit to South Africa: Pandor defends joint Russia-China military exercise

January 23, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

South Africa has the right to conduct such exercises with its "friends", the foreign minister says.

Eric Bailly: Drogba questions seven-game ban

January 23, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba questions the length of Eric Bailly's seven-game ban for a foul that hospitalised another player.

Africa Eye: Filmmaker Noella Luka documents her battle with bipolar disorder

January 23, 2023 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Noella Luka documents her own descent into bipolar disorder challenging the stigmas surrounding the issue of mental health in Kenya.