Africa news today bbc

Here are the latest news stories from Africa, as reported by the BBC:

Top Stories

  1. Nigeria: Boko Haram attacks kill dozens in Borno state: At least 30 people have been killed in a series of attacks by Boko Haram militants in Borno state, Nigeria. The attacks targeted several villages and a military base.
  2. South Africa: Zuma's corruption trial delayed again: The corruption trial of former South African President Jacob Zuma has been delayed again, with his lawyers citing a lack of evidence. Zuma is accused of corruption and fraud related to a multi-billion dollar arms deal.
  3. Ethiopia: PM Abiy Ahmed wins Nobel Peace Prize: Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to achieve peace and international cooperation. He is the first African leader to win the prize since 2011.

Regional News

  1. West Africa: Ebola outbreak spreads to Guinea: The Ebola outbreak in West Africa has spread to Guinea, with two new cases reported in the country. The outbreak has already affected several countries in the region, including Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia.
  2. East Africa: Kenya and Somalia agree to ceasefire: Kenya and Somalia have agreed to a ceasefire after a week of clashes along their border. The two countries have been at odds over a disputed border region.
  3. Southern Africa: Cyclone Idai death toll rises to over 1,000: The death toll from Cyclone Idai, which hit Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi, has risen to over 1,000. The storm caused widespread destruction and flooding in the region.

Business and Economy

  1. Nigeria: Economy grows by 2.3% in Q2: Nigeria's economy grew by 2.3% in the second quarter of the year, according to official figures. The growth is seen as a sign of recovery after a recession in 2016.
  2. South Africa: Inflation rate falls to 4.3%: South Africa's inflation rate has fallen to 4.3%, the lowest level in over a year. The decline is attributed to a drop in food prices and a weaker rand.
  3. Egypt: Suez Canal revenues rise by 10%: Revenues from the Suez Canal have risen by 10% in the first half of the year, according to Egyptian officials. The canal is a major source of revenue for the country.

Sports

  1. Rugby: South Africa wins Rugby World Cup: South Africa has won the Rugby World Cup, defeating England 32-12 in the final. It is the Springboks' third World Cup title.
  2. Football: Egypt wins African Cup of Nations: Egypt has won the African Cup of Nations, defeating Algeria 1-0 in the final. It is the Pharaohs' first title since 2010.

These are just a few of the latest news stories from Africa, as reported by the BBC.