Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, 81, secures a seventh term amid accusations of repression and an internet blackout. He labels the opposition 'terrorists' in his victory speech. Read the full report.
Hosts Morocco face reigning champions Senegal in a high-stakes Africa Cup of Nations final. Can a thrilling match redeem a predictable tournament? Read our full preview and analysis.
Yoweri Museveni secures a seventh term as Uganda's president with over 70% of the vote. Opponent Bobi Wine condemns 'fake results' and alleges kidnapping of polling staff, calling for peaceful protests.
Former TikTok moderators in London launch an employment tribunal claim, alleging unfair dismissal and union busting after 400 staff were fired just before a union vote. The social media giant denies the claims.
African football chiefs face accusations of pushing through a controversial decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years without proper consultation. Discover the internal rift.
A stark contrast in elephant conservation: South Sudan's last known elephant is killed, while Zimbabwe struggles with overpopulation and human-wildlife conflict. Explore the complex challenges.
The Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has showcased the nation's infrastructure, raising key questions about its readiness to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal. Discover the verdict.
Nigeria's radical new tax regime aims to boost revenue and fund public services. But with a broken social contract and a vast informal sector, can the government win public trust? Analysis from Lagos.
Exclusive report from Maseru: Trump's 2025 tariffs chill Lesotho's economy, causing layoffs and slashing growth forecasts. Women queue daily for scarce factory work as the vital US trade deal hangs in the balance.
Activists in Kinshasa rally to save the city's last central baobab, a century-old symbol of history, from developers. Can this 'soul of the city' be preserved?
The GMB union faces new internal strife as senior female leaders allege bullying and unfair dismissal, casting a shadow over its general secretary election and ongoing cultural reforms. Read the full investigation.
Nina Simone's North Carolina childhood home, saved from decay by four artists, is now restored. It will serve as a cultural hub, preserving the legacy of the music and civil rights icon.
Archaeologists in Malawi uncover a 9,500-year-old cremation pyre, the oldest of its kind in Africa, revealing complex rituals of ancient hunter-gatherers. Read the full story.
Nigel de Gruchy, the formidable former NASUWT general secretary who championed teachers' rights and won key battles on pay and workload, has died aged 82. Read his remarkable story.
Nadia Davids' novel 'Cape Fever' dissects the complex relationship between a mistress and her maid in modern Cape Town. Read our in-depth review of this powerful literary work.
The Central African Republic holds crucial elections on Sunday. President Faustin-Archange Touadéra seeks a third term, while opposition hopes to capitalise on public frustration. Read the latest on the vote's challenges.
Morocco's successful hosting of AFCON 2025 marks a dramatic shift in its African football standing, showcasing new stadiums and a nation reborn on the global stage. Discover the transformation.
As the African Union declares a Decade of Reparations, Britain faces growing calls for restorative justice from Caribbean and African nations. Will the UK engage or remain silent?
Discover the must-read books for 2026, featuring upcoming releases from African authors and the best of Black diaspora writing. Get expert picks from booksellers in Nigeria, Kenya, and the UK.
The Africa Cup of Nations will shift to a four-year cycle from 2028, a move backed by FIFA but feared by African federations reliant on its revenue. Explore the politics and financial implications.
Think you know your African football? Take our challenging Africa Cup of Nations quiz and test your knowledge on AFCON 2025 hosts, history, and legends. Can you score full marks?
Andrea Egan, expelled from Labour in 2022, wins Unison leadership. Her victory could see the union, a major Labour donor, scale back funding and reconsider its affiliation with Starmer's party.
Keir Starmer faces internal pressure on EU policy as Labour rivals eye a more pro-European stance. Could his cautious approach on Brexit backfire? Analysis by Tom Baldwin.
Sky News investigation reveals how untrained South African men are allegedly lured into fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Families plead for their return as police probe grows.
Leading climate scientists argue that halting research into solar radiation modification is a dangerous mistake, especially for vulnerable African nations. Calls for transparent, global scientific inquiry.
Benin's government thwarts a military mutiny as Ecowas deploys troops. President Talon says situation is 'under control' after soldiers announced dissolution on state TV. Read the latest.
Spanish authorities are investigating if a research facility leak caused the African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, threatening the nation's vital pork export industry. Read the latest developments.
Unite, Labour's largest union backer, is reportedly considering a formal split from the party, marking a historic fracture and posing a severe challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the full story.
The Africa Cup of Nations is forced into a marginal December slot, highlighting FIFA's disregard for the continent's flagship tournament as the football calendar expands. Discover the impact on Premier League clubs and African football.
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting at an illegal tavern in Pretoria. Police are hunting for three suspects. Read the latest.