Ex-Shell boss tasked with cleaning up Nigeria’s oil sector

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President Tinubu restructures the NNPC, a company which has long struggled with corruption allegations.

Death sentence for three Americans over DR Congo coup attempt overturned

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The Americans are among 37 people sentenced to death last September by a military court.

UK finalising Chagos deal with Mauritius, says No 10

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Government sources have indicated that the agreement will not need further approval from the US.

Nigeria’s spectacular horse parade closing Ramadan

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In the city of Dutse, thousands filled the streets to celebrate a centuries-old festival.

Nigeria’s spectacular horse parade closing Ramadan

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In the city of Dutse, thousands filled the streets to celebrate a centuries-old festival.

BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan’s ruined capital after army victory

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Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.

BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan’s ruined capital after army victory

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Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.

Zimbabwe police arrest dozens in wake of protests

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A total of 95 people are charged with promoting "public violence" and for "breaches of peace".

Proteas coach Walter resigns for personal reasons

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South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter, who took over in March 2023, resigns citing "personal reasons".

How South Africa’s ‘Snowbok’ booked Winter Olympics spot

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Nicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago.