Kenyan Cult Leader Paul Mackenzie Sentenced to Life for 191 Murders
Kenyan doomsday cult leader Paul Mackenzie has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering 191 people, BBC Africa reports.
Tanzanian Opposition Leader Convicted of Inciting Unrest, Cleared of Treason
A Tanzanian opposition leader has been found guilty of inciting unrest but acquitted of treason, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
Nigeria's Opposition Facing Uncertainty After High Court Sacks ADC Leadership
A Nigerian high court has removed the leadership of the opposition African Democratic Congress just months before the presidential election, according to BBC Africa.
US-Funded Infant Vaccine Trial Cancelled in Guinea-Bissau After Ethics Backlash
A US-funded vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau has been called off after critics condemned the study's design as unethical for withholding vaccines from half the enrolled infants.
Rwanda Army Basketball Team Removed from Africa League Following US Sanctions
Rwanda's army basketball team has been excluded from the Basketball Africa League following US sanctions linked to the conflict in DR Congo, according to BBC Africa.
UN Peacekeeping Mission in Western Sahara Ends After US-Russia Standoff
A 35-year UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara has concluded following a diplomatic deadlock between the US and Russia, BBC Africa reports.
South Africa: Man Convicted of Theft in Ramaphosa 'Farmgate' Scandal
A man has been found guilty of stealing foreign currency from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's farm, according to reports by BBC Africa.
BBC Investigation Highlights Paramilitary Attacks on Hospitals in El-Fasher, Sudan
A BBC Africa investigation has uncovered evidence showing that Sudanese paramilitary fighters systematically destroyed the healthcare system in el-Fasher.
Over 20 African Leaders Gather in Moscow for Russia-Africa Summit
More than 20 heads of state have arrived in Moscow for the Russia-Africa summit, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
Nicolas Jackson Continues Impressive Start at Aston Villa with Double Against Manchester City
Nicolas Jackson scored a match-winning double against Manchester City to continue his strong start at Aston Villa, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
Ireland Captain Paul Stirling Ruled Out of Namibia Series
Paul Stirling will miss Ireland's final two ODI matches in Namibia after fracturing his finger, according to BBC Africa.
Ulster's Juarno Augustus Relishing South Africa Return Ahead of Stormers Match
Ulster back row Juarno Augustus has returned to South Africa following ankle surgery as he prepares to face his former club, the Stormers.
CAF Reverts to Two-Year Cycle for Africa Cup of Nations
The Confederation of African Football has reversed its decision to move the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle, maintaining the biennial tournament schedule.
Former DRC President Joseph Kabila Launches Rebel Movement, Reports BBC
A report by BBC Africa examines the implications of former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila launching a new rebel movement.
Cape Town Test Set for Decisive Final Day as South Africa Bats Through Day Four
South Africa has set up an exciting final day in their decisive Test match against Australia after batting through the entire fourth day in Cape Town.
Congolese Judoka Arno Yafunga Botay Set to Compete at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
Judoka Arno Yafunga Botay, who fled DR Congo in 2017, is preparing to represent the Refugee Olympic Team at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics.
Refugee Athlete Yiech Pur Biel to Lead Historic Team at Youth Olympics
Refugee athlete Yiech Pur Biel will lead the first-ever refugee team at the Youth Olympics, according to BBC Africa.
BBC Africa Highlights Ugandan Nun Rehabilitating LRA Child Victims
A BBC Africa documentary report spotlights a Catholic nun dedicated to rehabilitating child victims of the Lord’s Resistance Army in Uganda.
US Court Convicts Rwandan Man Over Hidden Role in 1994 Genocide
A US court has convicted Eric Nshimiye for concealing his involvement in the 1994 Rwandan genocide and lying to protect perpetrators.
Algeria to Deploy Troops to Niger in First Foreign Mission Since 1973
Algeria is set to send military forces to protect energy infrastructure in northern Niger, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
Report: Over 60 Christians Killed in Ethiopia Ambush
A church official in Ethiopia reports that more than 60 Christians have been killed in a recent massacre, according to BBC Africa.
Uganda Mandates 21-Day Quarantine for Citizens Arriving from DR Congo
Ugandan authorities have introduced a 21-day mandatory quarantine for citizens returning from DR Congo and restricted transit travellers.
Distance Runner Ruti Aga Handed Ban Over Fake Prescription
Athlete Ruti Aga has been banned from competition after attempting to explain a positive doping test with a fraudulent prescription, according to reports.
Gabon Restores Social Media Access Following Eight-Month Ban
Social media access has been restored in Gabon after an eight-month ban, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
Ebola Patients From Nigeria and Kenya Transited Through Entebbe Airport, Report Says
Health officials indicate that two Ebola patients from Nigeria and Kenya travelled through Entebbe International Airport on the same day.
Kenyan Cult Leader's Children Still Being Starved Ahead of Trial, Son Warns
According to reporting by BBC Africa, the son of a Kenyan cult leader says his siblings are still being starved weeks before his father's trial.
Kenyan Pastor Paul Mackenzie Faces Judgement Over Child Starvation Allegations
A verdict is expected today in the trial of Kenyan pastor Paul Mackenzie, who is accused of ordering parents to starve their children to death, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
South African Rugby Player Hyron Andrews Dies at Team Hotel
Johannesburg Lions player Hyron Andrews has passed away at a team hotel ahead of a Champions Cup match against La Rochelle, according to reporting by BBC Africa.
Patients Rescued from Unlicensed Rehabilitation Centre in South Africa
Authorities in South Africa have rescued around 200 patients who were found held in horrific conditions at a suspected illegal rehabilitation facility.