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| Findfriendz / Clubs / News & Issues / British Broadcasting Corporation ( BBC) / BBC News British Broadcasting Corporation ( BBC) : BBC NewsBBC News - Africa  Paramilitaries declare rival government in Sudan The country is experiencing the worst humanitarian crisis in the world two years into a bloody civil war. Sudan's years of war - BBC smuggles in phones to reveal hunger and fearRare accounts of life in el-Fasher - the last major city in Darfur controlled by the Sudanese army. 'We cannot look away' - UK hosts Sudan talks as famine takes holdThe UK is promising an extra £120m ($159m) worth of food and medical assistance. Nigerians fear savings lost as investment app freezes them outPeople share videos of themselves crying, saying that they cannot withdraw their money on CBEX. Ghana bans foreigners from trading in its gold market to boost revenueForeigners are however allowed to buy gold directly from GoldBod, a new state regulator. Hundreds may have been killed in recent Darfur attacks, says UNThe UN cites "credible sources" for the estimated death toll of recent attacks on refugee camps in Darfur. South Africa appoints special envoy to ease US relationsRelations are at an all-time low - South Africa's ambassador to the US was expelled last month. Ant smugglers caught with hundreds of prized insects in KenyaIt is believed the ants were destined for exotic pet markets in Europe and Asia. 'Death is everywhere': Sudan camp residents shelter from attacksOne person in Zamzam described things as "extremely catastrophic" after three days of assaults. The Gabon strongman who stormed to election victoryWho is Gen Brice Nguema, the man who overthrew the president he was supposed to protect? Why Uganda might have the world's most passionate Arsenal fansIntense rivalries between supporters of Arsenal, and other English football clubs, has led to deaths in the East African nation. A simple guide to the growing tension in South SudanWith the vice-president under arrest there are concerns a political rift could spiral into conflict. Why Gabon's coup leader is bucking a trend by embracing democracyBrice Clotaire Oligui Nguema swaps his uniform for a suit in a bid for electoral success. No wigs please - the new rules shaking up beauty pageantsWigs and beauty contests are big business in Ivory Coast, but the industry is facing change. Trump's tariffs could be death knell for US-Africa trade pactSome African countries got privileged access to US markets, but the future of that deal is uncertain. Feasts, frogs and flowers: Africa's top shotsA selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond. Is South Africa's coalition government about to fall apart?The pro-business DA rejects the budget leaving the ANC to rely on other parties to get it passed in parliament. How jeans and diamonds pushed Lesotho to the top of Trump's tariffs listOnly Chinese goods are facing higher US tariffs than exports from Lesotho, which will be charged at 50%. Egyptian Salah signs new deal with LiverpoolMohamed Salah is excited Liverpool "have a chance to win other trophies" as he signs a fresh two-year contract. Zambia withdraw four US-based players for China tripZambia withdraw four US-based players for an upcoming tournament in China because of "travel measures" introduced by Donald Trump's administration. 'Without sport I'd probably be a criminal' - Olympic champion TebogoOlympic 200m champion Letsile Tebogo says he could have turned to a life of crime in Botswana had it not been for sport. How South Africa's 'Snowbok' booked Winter Olympics spotNicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago. Proteas coach Walter resigns for personal reasonsSouth Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter, who took over in March 2023, resigns citing "personal reasons". Nigerian boxer dies after collapsing mid-boutNigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju has died after collapsing during a light heavyweight bout in Ghana on Saturday. Kenya keeper suspended amid match-fixing investigationKenya goalkeeper Patrick Matasi is provisionally suspended for 90 days amid an investigation into match manipulation in the East African country. Rare footage from Sudanese city under siegeEl-Fasher residents Mostafa, Hafiza and Manahel film as their home city comes under fire in Sudan's civil war.
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