Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trendSome see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.6 hrs agoAfrica

Pardon for president's main rival in ChadIt paves the way for the release of Succès Masra from prison where he had been sentenced to 20 years.1 day agoAfrica

The Gambian women turning grief into song

The Polygamist's creator says women see themselves reflected in her Netflix hitZimbabwean novelist Sue Nyathi self-funded her debut novel and now asks who can afford to write at all.11 hrs agoAfrica

Mali says 82 soldiers captured by armed groups have been freed

Presidential pardon for French alleged spy accused of plotting Mali coupFrance is yet to comment on Yann Vezilier's pardon and previously called the accusations "unfounded".1 hr agoWorld

Why Osun’s election matters for Nigeria’s 2027 vote

Zambians voting as president bids for second termHakainde Hichilema wants five more years but continued cost of living pressures have dented his appeal.9 mins agoAfrica

Seventy years after South Africa’s women’s march, the struggle is not over

French ambassador to CAR accused of bringing women to official residence faces disciplinary actionThe accusations against Bruno Foucher prompted investigations into a potential security breach.1 hr agoAfrica

Can the Doha Framework end the conflict in eastern DRC?

Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief saysThe outbreak, declared on 15 May, has caused more than 2,000 deaths, with thousands more reported cases.6 hrs agoAfrica

Keeper Bihina stars as Cameroon upset Morocco to make Wafcon finalCameroon's Michaely Bihina saves an extra-time penalty and three more spot kicks in a shootout to send her side though to the 2026 Wafcon final at the expense of host nation Morocco.3 hrs agoAfrica Sport

At least 15 die as boat sinks in Zimbabwe's Lake KaribaThe vessel is said to have overturned after being hit by strong waves.29 mins agoAfrica

South Africa dump site collapse kills 14 suspected illegal minersThe authorities are searching for anyone who may still be trapped under the rubble.1 hr agoAfrica

Libyan authorities battle big blaze at major oil refineryMonday's dron strike on the Zawiya refinery was the third such incident in two days.42 mins agoWorld

A burial row over Zambia's late president has turned its election into a hot contestHakainde Hichilema was a shoo-in for a second term but the controversy following Edgar Lungu's death has dented his chances.15 mins agoAfrica