NewsAfricaIs Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa?Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.10 hrs agoWorldUN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true sizeThe Togo-sponsored resolution was backed by 164 nations - with the US as the only nation to vote against it.14 hrs agoAfricaTata Chemicals ordered out of Kenya by president Kenya's President William Ruto orders India's Tata Chemicals to quit, saying it has failed to benefit the country.1 day agoWorldKenya's chai lovers are not happy as the nation's cows run drySupermarket shelves are emptying, sellers are rationing supplies and prices are rising.2 days agoAfricaAt least 37 killed by toxic fumes during alleged petrol theft in Nigeria, reports sayAn environmental group says those who died are suspected of stealing petrol from a pipeline in Nigeria's Rivers State.23 hrs agoAfricaBody of world's youngest traditional king returns home to Uganda amid succession rowKing Oyo died in the US last week aged 34 after receiving treatment for an aggressive form of cancer.1 day agoAfricaKolisi urges Boks to channel spirit of Soweto to beat All BlacksCaptain Siya Kolisi calls on the Springboks to summon inspiration from Soweto's pivotal part in South Africa's history as they host New Zealand on Saturday.18 hrs agoRugby UnionFeatures and analysis'The crowd shouted that we'd stolen someone's genitals' - 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Morocco fan reflects on World CupMorocco fan reflects on their World Cup journey.Programmes and podcastsLive: World Service for AfricaThis is AfricaLatest updates46 mins agoWhat different world maps get right - and what they get wrongAs the UN adopts a new world map to reflect Africa's true size, let's take a closer look at what different maps get right and wrong.46 mins ago14 hrs agoUN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true sizeThe Togo-sponsored resolution was backed by 164 nations - with the US as the only nation to vote against it.14 hrs ago23 hrs agoAt least 37 killed by toxic fumes during alleged petrol theft in Nigeria, reports sayAn environmental group says those who died are suspected of stealing petrol from a pipeline in Nigeria's Rivers State.23 hrs ago1 day agoBody of world's youngest traditional king returns home to Uganda amid succession rowKing Oyo died in the US last week aged 34 after receiving treatment for an aggressive form of cancer.1 day ago2 days agoKenya's chai lovers are not happy as the nation's cows run drySupermarket shelves are emptying, sellers are rationing supplies and prices are rising.2 days ago2 days agoAnthony Joshua's driver attempted overtake before fatal crash, trial hearsAdeniyi Mobolaji Kayode is charged in Nigeria with offences including causing death by dangerous driving.2 days ago2 days agoSharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South AfricaAt least 69 people were shot dead in 1960 but no-one has been prosecuted and victims want restitution.2 days ago2 days agoKenyan president orders crackdown on foreigners operating small businessesIt comes amid concerns over the growing number of traders from neighbouring countries.2 days ago3 days ago'The crowd shouted that we'd stolen someone's genitals' - deadly rumours spread on social mediaMore than 80 people have been killed in the mob violence, the BBC finds after gathering data from six African nations.3 days ago...
