Tag: Africa

‘Extraordinary’ Zambian musician dies after New Year’s Eve crash

Dandy Krazy, one of Zambia's most popular musicians, has died from injuries…

Kennedy Gondwe Kennedy Gondwe

The Nigerians who yearn for the title ‘Leopard Slayer’

At the age of 60, Nigerian businessman and healthcare professional Ken Okoroafor…

Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani

Zimbabwe abolishes death penalty

Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has approved a law that abolishes the death…

Farouk Chothia Farouk Chothia

Mozambique opposition leader calls for unity ahead of renewed protests

Mozambique's main opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane has called for unity ahead of…

Dozens die in Ethiopia after lorry with wedding guests falls into river

At least 71 people have died in southern Ethiopia after a lorry…

Wedaeli Chibelushi Wedaeli Chibelushi

Kenya’s celebrated coffee under threat as farmers hit by climate change

In the lush, volcanic highlands of Komothai in central Kenya, farmers like…

Ismail Einashe Ismail Einashe

Nigerians take to the streets for Calabar Carnival

The glitzy parade had floats and dancers from many of Nigeria's different…

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How old English sea shanties inspired Cape Verdean singer

When she was a young child and taking too long to get…

Penny Dale Penny Dale

Nigeria denies colluding with France to destabilise Niger

Nigeria has denied accusations from Niger's military leader, Brig Gen Abdourahmane Tchiani,…

Yusuf Akinpelu Yusuf Akinpelu

‘Tears of joy’ – Sudan capital gets first aid convoy since war began

A convoy carrying food aid has arrived in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, for…

Wedaeli Chibelushi Wedaeli Chibelushi