BBC starts Igbo and Yoruba services in Nigeria
Craig TaylorThe World Service launches online and social media in Igbo and Yoruba for audiences in Nigeria. BBC News – Africa
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Nigeria bomb blasts cause deaths at fish market
Three suicide bombers strike in the town of Konduga killing at least 18. BBC News – Africa
Oxfam sex scandal: Director promises justice for victims
The charity will set up a commission to ensure “justice” for victims after Haiti abuse allegations. BBC News – Africa
South Africa’s Jacob Zuma resigns after pressure from party
South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma resigns, bringing nine troubled years in office to an end. BBC News – Africa
South Africa: ANC decides Zuma must go ‘urgently’
President Jacob Zuma is refusing to resign so his party has issued a formal demand, officials say. BBC News – Africa
ANC leaders expected to ask President Jacob Zuma to resign
Leaders of South Africa’s governing party are widely expected to ask the president to step down. BBC News – Africa