The latest stories from the Africa section of the
BBC News web site.
DR Congo boat sinking 'kills 140'
About 140 people are feared dead as a boat capsizes on a river in the western Bandundu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Bashir's party doubts Sudan vote
President Bashir's NCP says the referendum on south Sudan's secession cannot happen until the internal border is decided.
Zimbabwe football chief suspended
The Zimbabwe Football Association suspends chief executive Henrietta Rushwaya over match-fixing allegations.
Moi told to respect Kenya leader
Ex-President Moi is told to respect his successor Mwai Kibaki, as campaigning heats up ahead of next week's referendum.
China agrees Guinea mining deal
Mining giant Rio Tinto completes a deal with Chinese firm Chalco to enter a joint venture in West Africa.