The drone pilot whose maps are saving lives in Zanzibar

Drones are being used to map previously unmapped areas in Africa to the benefit of its citizens.

Mugabe: Suitcase of cash stolen from ex-Zimbabwe leader

Cleaners for the ousted president of Zimbabwe appear in court accused of stealing $150,000.

Debunking fake news in Nigeria

Meet the people debunking fake news in a country where rumours spread about a presidential "clone".

South Africa sniffer dog intercepts 116kg of rhino horn

The haul, worth more than $1.3m (£1m), is one of the largest seized in South Africa in recent years.

DR Congo presidential election: Church questions results

It is the first-ever opposition victory - but the Church, France and Belgium have expressed doubts.

DR Congo presidential election: Joy and dismay as Tshisekedi named winner

Felix Tshisekedi's supporters celebrate his historic win, while runner-up Martin Fayulu cries foul.

DR Congo presidential election: Joy and dismay as Tshisekedi named winner

Felix Tshisekedi's supporters celebrate his historic win, while runner-up Martin Fayulu cries foul.

South Africa teacher suspended over class ‘split by race’

A viral photo showing children separated by race at a school in South Africa has sparked anger.

South Africa: Teacher suspended for sitting children ‘by race’

A viral photo showing children separated by race at a school in South Africa has sparked anger.

Fergal Keane: The divisive aftermath of DR Congo poll

Africa editor Fergal Keane asks what's next as opposition leader Tshisekedi wins DR Congo presidency.