Nigeria bomb blasts cause deaths at fish market

Three suicide bombers strike in the town of Konduga killing at least 18.

Black Panther quiz: Which character are you?

The first Marvel superhero film with a predominantly black cast has won rave reviews and is expected to smash box office records.

More refugees than Syria: What’s going on in DR Congo?

The crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo has produced millions of refugees, more than Syria, Yemen or Iraq.

President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges ‘new dawn’ for South Africa

The new South African president vows to fight corruption in his first State of the Nation speech.

President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges ‘new dawn’ for South Africa

The new South African president vows to fight corruption in his first State of the Nation speech.

Ethiopia declares national state of emergency

The move is aimed at stemming a wave of anti-government protests, state media reports.

DR Congo troops killed ‘in Virunga park’ by Rwandan army

The fighting occurred inside the famous Virunga national park, the Congolese army says.

Black Panther star Lupita Nyong’o on ‘reimagining Africa’

Lupita Nyong'o tells the BBC how the film can change perceptions of Africa.

Energy from rubbish to power Addis Ababa

A new plant in Addis Ababa will convert waste into a source of energy for the city.

Oxfam sex scandal: Director promises justice for victims

The charity will set up a commission to ensure "justice" for victims after Haiti abuse allegations.