Gracious David-West: Nigerian serial killer sentenced to die in Port Harcourt

The nine killings provoked outrage, especially in the southern city of Port Harcourt, last year.

The Kenyan school helping to rebuild communities along a violent border

In a community torn apart by violence, this Kenyan school is bringing students together from opposite sides of the divide.

Once unknown Nigerian ‘masterpiece’ by Ben Enwonwu up for sale

Experts did not know of Ben Enwonwu's Court of the Oba of Benin until it was offered for sale.

Once unknown Nigerian ‘masterpiece’ by Ben Enwonwu up for sale

Experts did not know of Ben Enwonwu's Court of the Oba of Benin until it was offered for sale.

Africa’s week in pictures: 2-8 October 2020

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

Africa’s week in pictures: 2-8 October 2020

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

Why Trump wants Sudan to befriend Israel

With Sudan desperate for sanctions to be lifted, the US and Israel have spotted an opportunity.

Why Trump wants Sudan to befriend Israel

With Sudan desperate for sanctions to be lifted, the US and Israel have spotted an opportunity.

Mali hostages: Sophie Pétronin and Soumaïla Cissé freed in prisoner swap

Sophie Pétronin and Soumaïla Cissé are among four people released by their hostage-takers.

Sophie Pétronin: Hostages released in Mali prisoner swap

Four people abducted in Mali, including 75-year-old French aid worker Sophie Pétronin, are released.