NewsAfricaEast Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easyKenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.18 hrs agoAfricaRed Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR CongoThey are thought to have caught the virus before the outbreak was identified, the Red Cross says.7 hrs agoAfricaUS sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activistsThe sanctions come amid growing scrutiny of Tanzania’s human rights record in recent years. 2 days agoWorldUK scientists developing Ebola vaccine that could be ready for trials in monthsThe rare species of Ebola involved - known as Bundibugyo - kills around a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine yet. 2 days agoAfrica'Speed, money and compassion' - lessons from an Ebola survivor and other expertsThose caught up in West Africa's Ebola outbreak a decade ago on how best to tackle the current epidemic.2 days agoAfricaSenegal's president sacks PM and former ally after months-long feudBassirou Diomaye Faye also dissolved the government, creating uncertainty amid a debt crisis in the country.1 day agoAfricaElectronic music meets orchestra as South Africa's DJ Black Coffee stuns UK crowdsIn London for one night only ahead of his Ibiza residency, this sell-out show represented far more than just a performance.1 day agoCultureFeatures and analysisDozens of vehicles burnt as Mali jihadists enforce blockade ahead of Eid holidayThe blockade has led to shortages of fuel and food ahead of next week's Muslim holiday of Eid.'Ebola has tortured us': Fear grips eastern DR Congo as deadly virus spreadsThe health minister has acknowledged that medics are playing catch-up with the virus after being slow to detect it. From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert' to becoming Sierra Leone's first ladyThe private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women is revealed in a BBC World Service exclusive.What is Ebola and why is stopping the latest outbreak so difficult?An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare species of the virus and is in an area affected by conflict.How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.African sportNdiaye adamant Senegal are champions of AfricaIliman Ndiaye insists Senegal are African champions in "many people's eyes" despite a legal wrangle over the ultimate destination of the 2025 Afcon title.DR Congo players told to isolate before World CupThe Democratic Republic of Congo's World Cup squad must isolate for 21 days before they can enter the US because of the Ebola outbreak.Plymouth striker Oseni's 'disbelief' at Nigeria call-upPlymouth Argyle striker Owen Oseni says he was in "disbelief" after being called up to the Nigeria squad.Village in Ghana celebrates Villa win with paradeA village in Ghana will hold a parade with 30 motorcycles and a minibus to celebrate Aston Villa's Europa League victory.Mane named in Senegal's World Cup squadAl-Nassr forward Sadio Mane is included in Senegal's 28-man squad for this summer's World Cup.Watch/ListenWhy does Ebola keep on occurring in DR Congo?Ebola was first discovered in what is now the DR Congo in 1976 and the country is now facing its 17th outbreak.'Total lack of respect': Macron interrupts speaker to ask for silenceThe French president stood up during a conference in Kenya to tell the audience to quieten down, saying it was “impossible” for speakers to be heard.Joy as record-breaking runner Sawe returns homeBBC reports from Kenya, home to Sabastian Sawe, the first man to run a marathon in under two hours.'I jumped around the house': Sabastian Sawe's parents celebrate marathon recordEmily and Simion Sawe share their pride at the runner's historic sub-two-hour marathon win. 'I was not thinking to run a world record'Kenya's new sporting icon Sabastian Sawe admits his world record time at the London Marathon came as a surprise.Programmes and podcastsLive: World Service for AfricaFocus on Africa PodcastTwo essential stories to round off your working day. Explaining the news from AfricaThis is AfricaLatest updates7 hrs agoRed Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR CongoThey are thought to have caught the virus before the outbreak was identified, the Red Cross says.7 hrs ago18 hrs agoEast Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easyKenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.18 hrs ago1 day agoSenegal's president sacks PM and former ally after months-long feudBassirou Diomaye Faye also dissolved the government, creating uncertainty amid a debt crisis in the country.1 day ago2 days ago'Speed, money and compassion' - lessons from an Ebola survivor and other expertsThose caught up in West Africa's Ebola outbreak a decade ago on how best to tackle the current epidemic.2 days ago2 days agoEbola risk raised to 'very high' in DR CongoThe head of the UN health agency says the risk in the wider region is "high", but it remains "low" at the global level.2 days ago2 days agoUK scientists developing Ebola vaccine that could be ready for trials in monthsThe rare species of Ebola involved - known as Bundibugyo - kills around a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine yet. 2 days ago2 days agoAngry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR CongoGrieving relatives and friends of a suspected Ebola victim were prevented from taking his body for burial.2 days ago3 days agoDR Congo cancels World Cup training camp over Ebola outbreakThe outbreak, caused by a rare Ebola species, is thought to have caused 139 deaths so far.3 days ago3 days agoWhat is Ebola and why is stopping the latest outbreak so difficult?An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare species of the virus and is in an area affected by conflict.3 days ago...
