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

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?

US courts clear way for deportations of South Sudan, Myanmar nationals

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

Sudan’s war threatens an ‘entire generation’s’ future, UN warns

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

ICC body urges Chad and Venezuela to reverse course on withdrawal

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

Kenya bids to host 2029 World Athletics ChampionshipsKenya submits a bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships as it seeks to become the first African nation to stage the flagship event.14 hrs agoAfrica Sport

Nigeria 'still have hope' for 2027 World Cup spotNigeria must go "back to the drawing board" after missing out on automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup, says keeper Chiamaka Nnadozie.7 hrs agoAfrica Sport

Battle for Mali base has killed dozens of militants, army saysThe army says it was involved in fierce fighting but disputes that Islamists took control of the garrison.55 mins agoAfrica