Events for “africa”

ODI live: Australia starts African tour with ODI against Zimbabwe

South Africa pulling clear of New Zealand in pulsating Test LIVE!

Russia to open more cultural centres in Africa as it seeks to broaden influence

These centres will promote the Russian language, education, science and culture.

South Africa beat Zimbabwe to win T20 tri-series final - scorecard

Latest scorecard from the Twenty20 tri-series final between South Africa and Zimbabwe in Windhoek.

South Africa cap series victory over NZ with Baltimore win

South Africa complete a 3-1 series win over New Zealand as the world champions' consistency, power and cohesion proves too much in the fourth Test in Baltimore.

World Maps Might Soon Get an Upgrade. The United Nations Votes to Endorse Global Charts That Better Represent Africa's True Size

The most widely used global map is almost 500 years old and was designed for navigation. But landmasses near the poles look larger than their actual relative sizes, and those near the equator look much smaller

Workshops Educate African Researchers On How to Publish With IEEE

Many researchers and students in Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda struggle to access and publish scientific and technical articles because of financial barriers including publishing fees and subscriptions to research libraries.

Africa’s richest man aiming to make $23bn from continent’s biggest-ever IPO

Public offering of Aliko Dangote’s Nigerian oil refinery business could swell his net wealth by two-thirds The fortune of Africa’s richest person could swell by two thirds to nearly $60bn (£44bn) after his refinery in Nigeria listed publicly in the continent’s biggest-ever initia

Nigeria's Dangote refinery launches biggest African IPO

Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote on Monday launched an IPO for his $19 billion Nigerian oil refinery, seeking $1.6 billion from retail investors across the continent.

Africa's richest man Dangote's IPO out of reach in Nigeria

Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who can truly afford it?

Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa?

Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.

When will Africa get its next Ballon d'Or winner?

Sadio Mane and Achraf Hakimi have been nominated for this year's Ballon d'Or - but when will an African claim football's top individual prize for the first time since 1995?

Body of missing runner found in South Africa

A nationwide appeal was launched after Elizabeth Moselakgomo went missing last week. Four other women's bodies have been found nearby.

Africa's richest man launches continent's biggest share sale

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.

South Africa hammer Namibia to sweep ODI series 3-0 - sorecard

Latest scorecard from the third one-day international between Namibia and South Africa in Windhoek.

British Crown symbol was branded on enslaved Africans, research finds

The findings are part of a project documenting British involvement in the slave trade between the 16th and 19th Centuries.

African Union peacekeeping is growing as UN missions decline: research finds a mixed record of success

At a time when UN peace operations are declining, African organisations are often the first responders to emerging crises.

From split livers to machine perfusion: the 20-year evolution of liver transplants in South Africa

South Africa runs a single waiting list for all transplant recipients, whether from the private or public sector.

Africa’s air travel is reliant on distant hubs: why it’s time to fix this

The war against Iran has exposed Africa’s dependence on external transit hubs for international and even intra-African connectivity.

Sharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South Africa

At least 69 people were shot dead in 1960 but no-one has been prosecuted and victims want restitution.

Improved climate forecasts alone won't protect Africa's poorest farmers

As Africa prepares for the arrival of a powerful El Niño weather event, an international team of researchers led by the University of Sydney and Imperial College London has found that access to improved forecasts alone will not protect many of the region's poorest livestock farme

Ottneil Baartman injury concern for South Africa

Seamer only bowled five overs and did not bat in second innings of Dolphins' four-day series defeat

South Africa has good water laws but bad services. What’s stopping fair access

South Africa’s water law promises fairness, but ageing infrastructure, weak governance and unequal power leave many without reliable water.

New world map makes Africa look bigger: what’s the fuss about? Cartographers explain

Correcting the mental map of global leaders is an important step in amplifying Africa’s relevance and rights.

Africa’s climate services need local detail and knowledge, say people who use the information

People restoring Africa’s ecosystems need climate services that combine forecasts with Indigenous knowledge and information about land, water and livelihoods.

Olympic flame arrives in Senegal for first ever Olympic event in Africa

Olympic flame arrives in Senegal for first ever Olympic event in Africa

South Africa prevail over New Zealand in Baltimore - how they won the series

David Oyelowo and Danai Gurira Champion African Filmmaking at TIFF

The actors were on hand for a screening of 'Muganga, the One Who Treats,' about Denis Mukwege, a Congolese doctor who women who had been the victims of sexual violence.

Broad: Cox deserves place in England team for South Africa series

Global Africa Hub at TIFF Market Seeks to Boost Visibility — and Deals — for African Filmmakers in Toronto: ‘It’s Our Moment’

The first-ever Toronto film market, running as part of the Toronto Film Festival, will have a robust contingent of African filmmakers, executives and industry professionals on the ground.

Erasmus urges South Africa to risk more in finale with New Zealand in Baltimore

After a flat beginning, South Africa finally spread their wings in the Test series against New Zealand in Tests two and three, and head coach Rassie Erasmus wants his side to fly high in the finale on US soil.

South Africa finish strongly to take 2-1 series lead against All Blacks

South Africa eventually overpower a spirited New Zealand as the world champions came on strong in the final quarter in Soweto to take a 2-1 series lead.

New report on climate ‘overshoot’: what it means for Africa and how faster action can limit the damage

The world is likely to pass 1.5°C of warming. Africa faces worse heat, drought and floods, but faster cuts to emissions can still limit the overshoot damage.

Viral African dance videos are busting stereotypes in China – and making money for some

Digital platforms offer opportunities for African dance influencers to construct their own visions of what it means to be African.

'Infantino is the one who has brought the most to Africa' says Samuel Eto'o

In an interview with FRANCE 24, former football star and current president of the Cameroonian Football Federation Samuel Eto'o spoke about the recent backlash towards FIFA president Gianni Infantino and confirmed he will support him for re-election because of "everything he has b

South Korea to boost artificial intelligence ties with Africa

In Seoul, South Korea, 45 African states have been meeting under the Ministerial conference of the Korea Africa Economic Cooperation.

Nat Geo May Have Its Most Beautiful Wildlife Series Yet With ‘Africa Earth’s Wild Home’ — Watch Trailer (Exclusive)

Someone get that elephant away from the waterfall.

Africa's rocks hold ancient stories. We need better ways to document and protect them

From the Vredefort Dome in South Africa (the world's oldest and largest known meteorite impact structure) to the volcanic lakes of the Great Rift Valley in Kenya, Africa's landscapes hold some of Earth's oldest stories.

Fewer than 2% of Africans who need hearing aids have them, but new solutions offer hope

Every dollar invested in hearing care returns about $16. So why are 98% of Africans who need a hearing aid still going without one?

Africa’s rocks hold ancient stories. We need better ways to document and protect them

Africa has some of the world’s most important geological landscapes, yet they remain under-represented in digital geoheritage research.

From drought to floods in North Africa: What could the super El Niño do next?

After seven years of drought and one extraordinary wet winter, northwestern Africa now faces another season of uncertainty.

Man accused of triple murder in the UK admits gun charges in South Africa

A man is in court in South Africa two months after his wife and daughters are found dead in the UK.

Pig farm vs power station: South African court tells state-owned Eskom to clean up its pollution

South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal has held electricity utility Eskom and state regulators responsible for water pollution from a coal fired power station.

From drought to floods in North Africa: What could the super El Niño do next?

Morocco spent most of the last decade drying out. Between 2019 and 2024, the country recorded six consecutive years of below-average rainfall, the longest on record. The 2023–24 hydrological year was the driest in more than six decades, with a national total of just 106.4 mm.

Fortuin, Hermann, Esterhuizen headline South Africa's 3-0 sweep of Namibia

Fortuin bagged a career-best 4 for 33 while Hermann and Esterhuizen added 150 runs as South Africa razed down Namibia's 157 target inside 22 overs

‘I believed the hype’: the white South Africans denied refugee status in the US

Drive to save thousands of Afrikaners from false claims of ‘white genocide’ appears to show signs of slowing When Donald Trump announced in February 2025 that the US would accept Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, many white South Africans who believed that they were victi

Multiple vehicle road crash in South Africa kills 21

Fatal traffic accidents are a recurring problem for South Africa.

AI has arrived in South Africa’s boardrooms – but company law hasn’t caught up

Clear rules are urgently needed to prevent a legal vacuum in South African boardrooms.

All-round Bosch puts South Africa 2-0 up

Tunnicliffe made a half-century and Naidu took a three-for as Zimbabwe fell to a 64-run loss

What’s African About Modern African Buildings?

An ambitious show at MoMA argues that architecture after independence could be a tool for freedom.

The best designs of 2026 from Europe, Middle East, and Africa

The Europe, Middle East, and Africa design category of Fast Company’s Innovation by Design Awards honors products, packaging, and built projects designed to eliminate waste and reuse resources.

India steps up Africa outreach as Modi holds talks with leaders from the continent

New Delhi restarts discussion on next India-Africa Forum Summit on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit

Uber leaves two key African markets — and their drivers in despair

Uber's departure from Nigeria and Uganda has left countless customers high and dry. But what about drivers? With fuel prices, maintenance, and other operating costs rising, many say they're struggling to make a living.

Esterhuizen maiden ODI ton, Duan Jansen four-for power South Africa to 2-0 lead

De Zorzi scored 79, while Eathan Bosch picked up three wickets as Namibia, chasing 336, suffered their fourth-biggest defeat in the format

Africa: Rethinking the city of tomorrow

How should we envision the African city of tomorrow?

Nations Championship highlights: South Africa 43-0 Wales

Watch highlights as South Africa secure an emphatic 43-0 victory over Wales in the Nations Championship.

Bosch 83 sets up South Africa's comfortable win

SA reduced Zimbabwe to 12 for 4 inside four overs but they recovered to a total of almost a run a ball

Nigeria suspends official visits to South Africa over anti-migrant violence

Months of anti-foreigner protests across South Africa have forced tens of thousands to leave the country.

Zimbabwe captain Josephine Nkomo back for T20Is against South Africa

She is set to lead the team for the first time, having missed the white-ball tour of Pakistan with injury after being named captain

Gay should open for England in South Africa - Cook

England batter Emilio Gay has done enough to lock in an opener's spot for their winter tour of South Africa, according to Sir Alastair Cook.

African Parks: when conservation becomes a question of power

African Parks is dedicated to protecting wildlife on the continent across some vast areas. But the organization faces allegations of human rights abuses by rangers. Now Prince Harry is stepping down from its board.

UN tells the world: Stop making Africa look small

The UN General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to encourage governments, schools and tech companies worldwide to stop using maps that make Africa look far smaller than it really is.

Rwanda positions itself as an African space pioneer

Several African heads of state and leaders of national space agencies, including Rwandan President Paul Kagame, attended the very first international space summit hosted in France on Thursday.

See the 50 projects from Europe, Middle East and Africa selected for Dezeen Awards 2026 Regional Showcases

Dezeen has announced the 50 projects featured in the Top 50: Europe, Middle East and Africa list as part of the Regional Showcases for Dezeen Awards 2026.

LeBron the star as Angola aims to cash in on E1 racing

Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.

Wild dogs record 2,500-mile trek across Zambia in search of a mate

Scientists say the record-breaking journey by three brothers offers hope wildlife can survive growing pressures.

AI 'SpongeBob' parody of problems in Egypt draws scrutiny of authorities

A take on the hit US TV series has become an unlikely tool for Egyptians to complain about life amid strict surveillance.

Uganda's King Oyo buried amid calls for unity over his successor

A TV news presenter has been named as the traditional kingdom of Tooro's new monarch but the late king's family claim he chose an heir.

Royal family rift after popular TV news presenter chosen to succeed Ugandan king

King Oyo's family say he left a will naming his young son as heir to the Tooro kingdom.

Boks power & All Blacks of old - what did we learn from series?

What did we learn from South Africa's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series victory over New Zealand?

The people who live in cities must have a say in how they are shaped: Notes from the Common City Conference

Urban growth in Africa comes with falls on the poorest residents: forced evictions, informal settlements razed for redevelopment projects, with no consultation of the people who live there.

Nigeria's Dangote refinery kicks off blockbuster IPO

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched the biggest-ever share sale on the African continent, listing 4.1 billion shares in his Lagos refinery on the stock exchange.

The Rwandan eyeing Champions League history against Man Utd

Rwanda forward Joy-Lance Mickels has helped Azerbaijan's Sabah reach the Champions League proper on their competition debut, and is now looking to down the team he supports.

Washington Spirit sign Luvanga - but is it a record deal?

Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined Washington Spirit from Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football - and possibly one that sets a world record.

Wolves sign Burkina Faso winger Traore

Wolves sign former Sunderland and Aston Villa winger Bertrand Traore on a one-year deal.

When Man City call you don't say no - Ndiaye

New £60m Manchester City signing Iliman Ndiaye says playing in the Champions League is where he belongs.

Sheff Utd sign experienced forward Ayew

Sheffield United sign former Crystal Palace and Leicester City forward Jordan Ayew on a deal until the end of the season.

Athletic Club forward Williams retires from Ghana duty

Inaki Williams says the time has come to bring his journey with the Black Stars to an end four years after making his international debut.

'I've turned the page' - Camara on Chelsea deal collapse

Monaco and Senegal midfielder Lamine Camara says he is moving on from his failed £47.1m move to Chelsea.

Kosgei wins Great North Run but McColgan withdraws

Kenya's Brigid Kosgei wins the women's race at the Great North Run as Eilish McColgan drops out early with injury, while American Zouhair Talbi wins the men's event.