Benin coup attempt foiled, regional forces deployed
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.
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.
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.
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
A catastrophic sardine collapse, driven by climate crisis and overfishing, has caused mass starvation of critically endangered African penguins. Urgent conservation action is needed.
Explore 'The Stories That Made Us' at Coventry's Herbert Art Gallery, an immersive journey through four decades of South Asian migration, community, and resilience. Open until May 2026.
Somali restaurant Sabiib in Acton tops Time Out's new list of the top 20 East African eateries in London. Discover the expert-curated guide and must-try dishes.
Discover the hidden Hackney supper club where LEON reimagines its menu for a Middle Eastern feast. All proceeds support The Felix Project's fight against food inequality in London.
Discover Maset, a relaxed French Mediterranean bistro on Marylebone's chic Chiltern Street. Our review covers its Occitan-inspired seafood, convivial vibe, and must-try dishes like the £70 monkfish tail.
Win Srinavakool's ambitious London outpost brings Chiang Mai's khao soi to a buzzy Fitzrovia basement. Discover novel flavours, a chaotic vibe, and a must-try laab dib. Book your table now.
The original boat used in the classic film 'The African Queen' was scrapped, a fate revealed in a new biography of Katharine Hepburn. Discover the story of a lost cinematic icon.
Spanish authorities deploy hundreds to contain an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, linked to contaminated food. The nation's €8.8bn pork export industry faces immediate risk.
Explore the bold, aromatic flavours of Hunan at Fiery Flavors in Surrey Quays. Our review covers must-try dishes like steamed fish head and why this regional cuisine is London's next big thing.
Discover the top five food books of 2025, featuring Palestinian cuisine, baking for mental health, and secrets from Indian kitchens. Find your next culinary inspiration.
African leaders convene in Algiers to demand official recognition of colonial-era crimes and reparations, citing Algeria's brutal experience under French rule as a key example.
Discover chef Matthew Ryle's elegant French Christmas menu featuring roast capon with chestnuts, buttery pommes Anna and twice-baked comté soufflé. Perfect your festive cooking with these traditional recipes.
The Matildas delivered a stunning 5-0 victory against New Zealand, boosting confidence ahead of the Asian Cup. Read the full match analysis and key takeaways here.
Alarming research shows Africa's forests have transformed from carbon sinks to carbon sources since 2010, threatening global climate stability. Urgent action needed to protect vital ecosystems.
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
Remembering Zipora Whyman, whose life wove together Middle Eastern culinary traditions, exquisite floral art, and a journey from Israeli kibbutzim to Manchester.
Discover Alicante's vibrant food scene where talented female chefs are revolutionising traditional rice dishes and Mediterranean cuisine in southeast Spain.
Discover LaveryContemporary in South Kensington, where chef Yohei Furuhashi creates stunning Italian-Spanish fusion dishes in Sir John Lavery's former home. Perfect post-museum dining.
Discover Akoko, the Fitzrovia restaurant awarded a 2024 Michelin star for its spectacular ten-course West African tasting menu. Book your table now for an unforgettable flavour journey.
Explore how remote Indian villages transformed from agricultural hubs to cybercrime centres preying on global victims. Discover the shocking reality behind digital deception.
Discover six compelling stories from The Guardian this weekend, covering tech billionaires, UK politics, food culture, historical scandals, generational workplace dynamics, and gaming nostalgia.
K-Pop Demon Hunters star Arden Cho reveals she hated her Asian appearance growing up in Texas. The Netflix sensation discusses representation and becoming the role model she never had.
Tanzania's violent election crisis exposes Africa's fragile democratic gains. As repression escalates, discover why governance failures threaten continental progress.