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.
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.
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.
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.
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.