How men with female surnames are standing up to ridicule in Kenya

Children often inherit their father's first name as a surname, but traditions are changing and causing upset.

Africa: The African Union's Corruption Wake-Up Call - Is This the Beginning of Renewal or Just Another Speech?

[allAfrica] Every so often, a statement emerges from the African Union that makes one pause and wonder whether the institution has finally found its voice.

Africa • 9h

Sixteen starve to death in Uganda as drought kills crops

Climate change, poor rainfall, deforestation, overgrazing and crop pests are to blame, say experts.

Africa • 12h

More than 40 kidnapped children and teachers freed after Nigerian army operation

"I feel happy and elated… I feel joy," the head of the local teachers' union tells the BBC.

Africa • 15h

South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25

South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup.

Africa • 16h

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo’s growing influence in Africa

From King Mswati III, Hakainde Hichilema, Cyril Ramaphosa and William Ruto to Samia Suluhu Hassan, the founder of Intratrek Holdings has leveraged his political access to cultivate relationships with some of Africa’s most influential leaders.

Africa • 22h