The Latest Breaking News from Africa

In a scene that has become familiar across parts of Africa of late, a group of armed men in military garb appeared on state TV on Dec. 7, 2025, to announce that they had suspended the constitution and seized control.

Exposure to freezing temperatures near Morocco's border with Algeria has killed nine African migrants

Australian researchers think the skeleton found in South Africa is not the same species as two found in the same South Africa cave system

This week, TravelSmart is taking you on the ultimate rail voyage: from Europe to Africa. Starting in the heart of London, then travelling through the French countryside, cultural Spanish cities, and across the Mediterranean to Morocco, Tinuke Oyediran shares her tips for exploring the best of both continents – and staying…

A video of Donald Trump praising immigration from predominantly white European countries while disparaging migrants from Africa and parts of Asia has sparked widespread online outrage over his rhetoric on race.

Women and girls from Mali are alleging rape and sexual assault by Russian fighters with Africa Corps, a new military unit under Moscow's control

Astro-tourism is a niche form of tourism where visitors explore the night sky through stargazing events, guided tours, educational presentations and digital astronomy experiences. Unlike mass tourism, astro-tourism focuses on learning rather than just sightseeing.

Lance Corporal George Thomas Hooley, a highly rated British paratrooper with deployments in Afghanistan, Africa and Eastern Europe, has been named as the UK service member killed in an accident in Ukraine while observing tests of a new defensive capability. Here is what is known so far about his life,…

The Imperial and Carex maker said offers for the African business failed to recognise the value of the portfolio.

A dynamic new “consumer class” emerging from Africa is attracting international attention. With the prospect of rising incomes and a young population, international consulting firms see the continent as the next frontier for consumer goods. Global entrepreneurs even warn of the increasing savviness of African buyers.

The Zambezi is Africa’s fourth longest river, flowing through six countries: Angola, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, where it becomes the largest river to flow into the Indian Ocean.