World's oldest adult cremation pyre found in Malawi
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.
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Review: Nadia Davids' 'Cape Fever' - A Tale of Power and Servitude
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.
Rome Opens New 'Archaeo-Stations' on Metro C Line
Rome unveils two stunning 'archaeo-stations' on its new Metro C line, displaying ancient ruins like barracks and baths. Discover how the Eternal City is merging its past with future transport. Explore the story now.
Central African Republic votes amid security and integrity concerns
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 AFCON 2025 Hosting Ends Isolation
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.
Ancient pottery found at Noah's Ark site in Turkey
Pottery fragments discovered near Turkey's Durupinar Formation suggest human activity during the Biblical flood era. Archaeologists call for urgent site protection. Read the latest findings.
UK Ignores Reparations as Africa Launches Decade of Action
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?
What to Read in 2026: Bookseller Recommendations
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.
Afcon switches to four-year cycle from 2028
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.
Africa Cup of Nations Quiz: Test Your AFCON 2025 Facts
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?
Bronze Age skull circle used as ancient flood defence
A circle of human skulls from a Bronze Age settlement in Cambridgeshire may have been a ritual defence against rising waters. Discover the story of Must Farm and our age-old battle with floods.
DNA Solves Mystery of Roman-Era Beachy Head Woman
Advanced DNA sequencing reveals the true origins of Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era skeleton once thought to be Britain's earliest known black Briton. Discover the full story of the 'local girl from Eastbourne'.
South Africans 'tricked' into fighting for Russia in Ukraine
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.
Experts: Don't Ban Solar Geoengineering Research
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 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.
Spain investigates lab leak in African swine fever outbreak
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.
AFCON 2025 squeezed into December as fixture greed sidelines Africa
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.
11 killed in South African bar shooting
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.
11 killed in South African bar shooting
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.
60,000 African Penguins Starve in South Africa
A catastrophic sardine collapse, driven by climate crisis and overfishing, has caused mass starvation of critically endangered African penguins. Urgent conservation action is needed.
Sabiib Named London's Best East African Restaurant
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.
The Lost Original Boat from The African Queen
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.
Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Threatens Pork Exports
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.
6,000-Year-Old Conch Shell Trumpets Found in Spain
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
Africa pushes for colonial crime recognition and reparations
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.
African forests become carbon source, study finds
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.
New Study Deepens Peru's Band of Holes Mystery
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
Stonehenge's Neolithic pit circle confirmed as man-made
Archaeologists prove Durrington pit circle was created by humans using novel scientific techniques. Discover how this massive prehistoric structure reveals Neolithic cosmology.
Nigeria Welcomes St Kitts Delegates After Visa Deal
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.
Young footballer dies in fake agent extortion scheme
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.
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