Boris Becker claims CAR immunity
Copperleaf2018-06-15T07:53:24+01:00The tennis star, who was declared bankrupt in 2017, is a diplomat for the Central African Republic. Source: BBC African news
June 2018
The surprise place where hijab can spell trouble
Copperleaf2018-06-14T23:48:49+01:00Wearing the Islamic headscarf, or hijab, is getting more difficult for some women in Egypt. Source: BBC African news
Africa's week in pictures: 8-14 June 2018
Copperleaf2018-06-14T23:45:43+01:00A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week. Source: BBC African news
Rachel Saunders: Second missing botanist's body identified
Copperleaf2018-06-14T23:27:11+01:00Police identify the body of Rachel Saunders, months after she and her husband were abducted. Source: BBC African news
'Ignacius Sancho made me sure of who I am as a black Briton'
Copperleaf2018-06-14T23:07:44+01:00A new play tells the story of the first black British voter, almost 250 years ago. Source: BBC African news
'Ethiopian PM Ahmed said release Tsege or I resign'
Copperleaf2018-06-14T08:24:25+01:00Jailed Ethiopian opposition leader Tsege says PM Ahmed threatened to resign unless he was released. Source: BBC African news
Daniel Amokachi has high hopes for African teams in Russia
Copperleaf2018-06-14T07:54:39+01:00The Nigerian legend has high hopes for African teams in the 2018 World Cup. Source: BBC African news
Why landlocked Ethiopia wants to launch a navy
Copperleaf2018-06-14T00:11:54+01:00Ethiopia has signed deals with several neighbouring countries for access to their ports. Source: BBC African news
Grenfell Tower: Global roots of fire victims
Copperleaf2018-06-13T23:18:52+01:00How the Grenfell Tower tragedy sent shockwaves around the world. Source: BBC African news
Asbel Kiprop: Former Olympic champion gives up fight to prove innocence
Copperleaf2018-06-13T22:48:01+01:00Former Olympic 1500m champion Asbel Kiprop says he has given up trying to prove there was tampering with his positive doping sample. Source: BBC African news
Sarah Ikumu on buzzing singing career after Britain's Got Talent
Copperleaf2018-06-13T08:15:37+01:00Sarah Ikumu is a 17-year-old schoolgirl who's already finding success as an international singer. Source: BBC African news
Letter from Africa: Why has Nigeria rejected paternity leave?
Copperleaf2018-06-12T23:29:37+01:00Many scoff at paternity leave in Nigeria but lifestyles are changing. Source: BBC African news
How young people and farmers are helping each other
Copperleaf2018-06-12T23:14:41+01:00Young urban investors are teaming up with farmers in Nigeria to help them scale up production. Source: BBC African news
‘They look hot’ – Fans react to Nigeria’s world cup outfits
Copperleaf2018-06-12T18:05:21+01:00The Nigerian football team's travelling outfits are arguably even more stylish than their playing kit. Source: BBC African news
The UK health tax hurting foreign nurses
Copperleaf2018-06-11T23:39:30+01:00A Kenyan nurse says a charge on migrant workers is forcing families like his to split up. Source: BBC African news
How a stick protects Oromo women in Ethiopia
Copperleaf2018-06-11T23:29:13+01:00The "Siinque" is a stick that is handed down from generation to generation by Oromo women in Ethiopia. Source: BBC African news
Spain to accept disputed migrant ship Aquarius
Copperleaf2018-06-11T23:23:41+01:00PM Pedro Sánchez will give "safe harbour" to hundreds of migrants caught in an international row. Source: BBC African news
2018 World Cup preview: Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal & Tunisia
Copperleaf2018-06-11T23:00:02+01:00We assess whether Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal or Tunisia could spring a surprise and finally take a team from the continent beyond the quarter-finals. Source: BBC African news
Life on board the Aquarius migrant rescue ship
Copperleaf2018-06-11T21:14:12+01:00A former volunteer describes caring for hundreds of migrants crammed on a ship in the Mediterranean. Source: BBC African news
Italy's Matteo Salvini shuts ports to migrant rescue ship
Copperleaf2018-06-11T09:41:23+01:00The Aquarius, carrying 629 people rescued from the Mediterranean, is told to stay put. Source: BBC African news