Deforestation pushes animals to eat virus-laden bat poo

The creatures shed light on how new viruses might spread from animals to humans, researchers say.

South Africa’s ANC loses Zuma party name battle

The uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party takes its name and logo from the now-disbanded ANC armed wing.

Parliament passes Rwanda bill after months of wrangling

After a late-night parliamentary sitting, the plan to send some asylum seekers to the East African country is set to become law.

South Africa’s ANC loses Zuma party name battle

The uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party takes its name and logo from the now-disbanded ANC armed wing.

Rwanda bill wrangling goes on after PM pledge on flights

The wrangling between the Commons and the Lords continues, as MPs and peers vote on the Rwanda bill.

Africa Live: Nigeria army vows revenge after soldiers killed in ambush

The troops were patrolling a village in Niger state when they were attacked by what the army calls "terrorists" - and more stories

Funeralgoers die as ferry sinks in CAR

At least 58 people are known to have died in a boating disaster that was caught on camera.

Funeralgoers die as ferry sinks in CAR

At least 58 people are known to have died in a boating disaster that was caught on camera.

Ethiopia land violence leaves thousands homeless

Almost 29,000 people are displaced by fighting along the border of the Tigray and Amhara regions.

Ethiopia land violence leaves thousands homeless

Almost 29,000 people are displaced by fighting along the border of the Tigray and Amhara regions.