In the lap of the gods
Copperleaf2017-12-21T00:14:44+01:00Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani looks at why Nigerians believe they will be the lucky ones to reach Europe. Source: BBC African news
December 2017
Uganda MPs vote to scrap presidential age limit
Copperleaf2017-12-20T21:51:11+01:00The vote means 73-year-old President Yoweri Museveni can seek re-election for a sixth term in 2021. Source: BBC African news
Why are Uganda's politicians smashing plates?
Copperleaf2017-12-20T06:11:34+01:00Utensils and bottles of urine were also allegedly found in parliament as politicians expressed their disapproval. Source: BBC African news
'Race abuse' row after Burundian's death
Copperleaf2017-12-20T03:44:52+01:00A video shows a brawl breaking out after the Australian man insults teenagers whose friend had drowned. Source: BBC African news
End game
Copperleaf2017-12-20T00:20:30+01:00With Jacob Zuma no longer leader of the ANC, we ask what next for the South African president. Source: BBC African news
Nigeria fake drugs: Authorities crack down
Copperleaf2017-12-20T00:11:11+01:00The World Health Organization says up to a third of medication in some parts of Africa could be fake. Source: BBC African news
Antenna power
Copperleaf2017-12-20T00:02:47+01:00South African firm Poynting in a global leader in the design and manufacturing of antennas. Source: BBC African news
Ablel Xavier to continue as coach of Mozambique and develop football
Copperleaf2017-12-19T12:50:01+01:00Former Portugal international Abel Xavier will continues his mission to develop football in Mozambique as his contract as national team coach is extended. Source: BBC African news
Jeremy Brockie unaware of Caf's plan to scrap the Africa-based player award
Copperleaf2017-12-19T12:04:53+01:00New Zealand and SuperSport United Jeremy Brockie striker says he had no idea Caf planned to scrap the 2017 Africa-Based Player of the Year award. Source: BBC African news
Steinhoff's former chair Christo Wiese in the spotlight
Copperleaf2017-12-19T00:06:18+01:00The owner of Poundland and Bensons for Beds is set for a crucial meeting with investors as it struggles for survival. Source: BBC African news
South Africa's ANC picks Cyril Ramaphosa as leader
Copperleaf2017-12-18T22:54:36+01:00After a bruising battle, the ANC veteran is chosen to succeed Jacob Zuma to lead the party. Source: BBC African news
Are South Africans pleased with ANC leadership result?
Copperleaf2017-12-18T20:08:40+01:00Cyril Ramaphosa beat the president's ex-wife to the post. Source: BBC African news
Salah, Mane and Aubameyang vie for Caf Player of the Year award
Copperleaf2017-12-18T11:24:05+01:00Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang are the nominees for the Confederation of African Football's Player of the Year award. Source: BBC African news
Dozens die in clash between Ethiopian Somalis and Oromos
Copperleaf2017-12-18T11:17:11+01:00The two ethnic groups share a long border and have fought in the past over wells and grazing land. Source: BBC African news
Ahmed Hegazi: West Brom make on-loan defender's move permanent
Copperleaf2017-12-18T10:42:55+01:00On-loan defender Ahmed Hegazi joins West Bromwich Albion on a permanent basis for an undisclosed fee. Source: BBC African news
Egypt wins world squash double
Copperleaf2017-12-17T21:21:02+01:00Egyptian third seed Mohamed Elshorbagy beats his brother Marwan to win his first World Squash Championships title in Manchester. Source: BBC African news
Benin begin search for new national team coach
Copperleaf2017-12-17T15:05:18+01:00Benin begin the search for a new national team coach after Oumar Tchomogo's contract as manager of the Squirrels expired on Saturday. Source: BBC African news
Egypt line up friendly fixtures against Portugal and Bulgaria
Copperleaf2017-12-17T12:57:30+01:00Egypt will play two friendly fixtures against Portugal and Bulgaria in March 2018, as preparation continues for next year's World Cup in Russia. Source: BBC African news
South Africa's ANC party to vote for new leader
Copperleaf2017-12-17T04:52:39+01:00South Africa's governing party will vote to decide who will lead it after President Jacob Zuma. Source: BBC African news
Nigeria defender Gbenga Arokoyo hopes to revive MLS career
Copperleaf2017-12-16T13:53:13+01:00Nigeria defender Gbenga Arokoyo hopes to get his career back on track at MLS club Atlanta United after returning from a long injury layoff. Source: BBC African news