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.
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Mueenuddin's Epic Novel Set to Dominate 2026
Acclaimed author Daniyal Mueenuddin's debut novel, 'This Is Where the Serpent Lives', is a brutal, funny epic of power and class in Pakistan, tipped to be a major literary success in 2026.
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.
Major fire destroys South Shields arcade on Boxing Day
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
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.
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?
Literary Converts to Catholicism in 20th Century Britain
Explore the surprising wave of British literary figures, from Evelyn Waugh to Muriel Spark, who converted to Catholicism between 1910 and 1960. A new book examines their profound journeys.
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.
Gish Jen's 'Bad Bad Girl' Blends Fiction and Memoir
Author Gish Jen's new novel, 'Bad Bad Girl', is a fictionalised exploration of her troubled relationship with her Chinese mother and the historical forces that shaped their lives. A poignant search for understanding.
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.
Review: Bryan Washington's 'Palaver' Novel
A review of Bryan Washington's third novel, 'Palaver', exploring a mother-son reunion in Tokyo. Discover the themes of exile, family, and queer identity in this stylish new release.
Forgotten 1545 Spanish novel by woman gets new life
Beatriz Bernal's pioneering 1545 knight's tale, the first Spanish novel by a woman, is reborn in an illustrated adaptation. Discover the strong female characters that predate Don Quixote.
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?
Pupil dies after medical emergency at South Shields school
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
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.
Indigenous Author's Startling Novel Challenges Colonial Worldview
Leanne Betasamosake Simpson's 'Noopiming: The Cure for White Ladies' offers a profound, satirical critique of colonialism through an Ojibwe lens. Discover this startlingly original work now.
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.
Review: Madeleine Gray's Chosen Family Explores Queer Friendship
Madeleine Gray's second novel, Chosen Family, masterfully explores the lifelong bond between two women. A tale of friendship, betrayal, and queer identity set across 18 years. Read our review.
Five New Leaders Join South Bank Employers' Group Board
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
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.
Best Translated Fiction of 2025: Essential Reads
Discover the top five translated novels of 2025, featuring Nobel laureate Han Kang's latest, a Nazi-era film epic, a Scandinavian septology, and vital stories from Iraq. Explore global literature.
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.
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