NewsNewsAfricaLibyan war crimes suspect arrested in Germany under ICC warrantKhaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri is accused of murder, torture and rape at a prison in Tripoli.10 hrs agoWorldWig ban only lasts a day in Senegal theatre after backlashCritics say women's bodies should not be policed in the name of cultural pride.1 day agoAfricaNigeria thrash Zambia to reach Wafcon semi-finalsNigeria put in a sublime performance to beat Zambia 5-0 and reach the semi-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.4 hrs agoAfrica SportHosts Morocco cruise past Mali to reach Wafcon semisIbtissam Jraidi's double helps the Atlas Lionesses to a 3-1 win, setting up a last-four meeting against either Algeria or Ghana at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.26 mins agoAfrica SportMars rock found in Niger sells for $4.3m at auctionThe meteorite was discovered in Niger in November 2023 and is 70% larger than the next biggest piece of Mars recovered on Earth.2 days agoUS & CanadaWig ban only lasts a day in Senegal theatre after backlashCritics say women's bodies should not be policed in the name of cultural pride.1 day agoAfricaBurkina Faso military rulers scrap electoral commission, taking control of future pollsThe authorities said the body was a waste of money - the junta leader is set to stay in power for four years.1 day agoAfricaRamaphosa struggles to mend fences with TrumpPresident Ramaphosa's special envoy has reportedly been rejected by the US, in the latest sign of frosty relations.2 days agoWorldNigeria thrash Zambia to reach Wafcon semi-finalsNigeria put in a sublime performance to beat Zambia 5-0 and reach the semi-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.4 hrs agoAfrica SportWafcon 2024What to look out for in Wafcon 2024 quarter-finalsBBC Sport Africa previews the quarter-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.Meet the sides bidding for a place in Wafcon 2024 semi-finalsHolders South Africa and nine-time champions Nigeria are among the big-hitters in the Wafcon 2024 quarter-finals.The striker with an 'icon' for a team-mateClara Luvanga on meeting Al-Nassr team-mate Ronaldo and how Tanzania are gaining "experience" at their second Wafcon.Everything you need to know about Wafcon 2024 finalsFind out the format, fixtures, kick-off times, venues and top performers for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco.Wafcon return provides 'hope' in eastern DR CongoResidents of eastern DR Congo say the country's appearance at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations provides hope at a time of conflict.Features and analysisFrom military ruler to democrat - ex-Nigeria President Buhari's life in picturesMuhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.Buhari - the austere Nigerian military ruler who defeated a sitting presidentThe former military ruler was "converted" to democracy and won the historic 2015 elections.Inside the Congolese mine vital to mobile phones, as rebels give BBC rare accessThe US wants rights to DR Congo's minerals, but one vital mine is still in rebel hands.Is William Ruto the most disliked president in Kenya's history?More than 100 people have been killed in a wave of protests and public anger, described as "unprecedented".Mother mourns 'beautiful' 12-year-old shot while watching TV during Kenya protestsA stray bullet burst into Bridgit Njoki's home while police were clashing with anti-government protesters.Six things Trump should know about Liberia after he praised leader's 'good English' Liberia was founded by freed slaves and the country has long-standing historical ties with the US. 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