Obituaries

South Africa mourns pioneering female nuclear scientist

South Africa's first black female nuclear scientist, Senamile Masango, a trailblazer who set out to inspire young women, has died…

Danai Nesta Kupemba Danai Nesta Kupemba

Trailblazing African film-maker and Cannes winner dies

Malian film director Souleymane Cissé, one of the pioneers of African cinema, has died aged 84. His daughter, Mariam Cissé,…

Basillioh Rukanga Basillioh Rukanga

‘Visionary’ South African businessman Douw Steyn dies

South African billionaire and businessman Douw Steyn, who founded the BGL Insurance Group and was a good friend of late…

BBC Africa News BBC Africa News