Drought in Cape Town hits local economy

A severe drought in Cape Town, South Africa, is having a big impact on the local economy.

Kenyan police in shoe purchase scam

At least $1.6m (£1m) may have been lost, forcing some officers to buy their own footwear

BBC African Footballer of the Year: Fans pick their favourites

Fans pick their favourite ahead of the BBC African Footballer of the Year award show on 11 December.

Ghana’s ‘brand-building’ ideas guru

Sound and fashion artist Steloolive works with brands to increase their profile.

The luxurious ghost airport in one of the world’s poorest countries

Nacalas International Airport in Mozambique operates at only 4% of its capacity.

Ramaphosa believes South Africa’s President Zuma rape accuser

The South African president was accused of raping an old family friend but was acquitted in 2006.

Broos on Cameroon job: “what’s happening is a soap”

Cameroon coach Hugo Broos tells the BBC's World Football programme he has no idea if his contract will be extended and calls for a decision by 15th December.

Africa’s week in pictures

A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this week.

Painting a new picture in Prague

Wright & Wright Architects has unveiled their master plan for major transformation of historic castle and grounds near Prague

De Vinci school gets a new look

This school in southern France has been given a makeover to create sleek, modern centre of learning