South Africa’s ex-President Jacob Zuma won’t return to prison due to overcrowding

President Cyril Ramaphosa approved his release, extending the same to more than 9,000 low-risk prisoners.

Period poverty: In Africa, women are being priced out of buying sanitary ware

BBC research reveals that women in Africa spend up to 13% of their income on menstrual products.

Africa’s week in pictures: 4 – 10 August 2023

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Niger coup: Ecowas to deploy standby force

Ivory Coast's leader says the Ecowas bloc approved military intervention "as soon as possible".

Samuel Eto’o facing improper conduct investigation by Caf

African football's governing body, Caf, says it looking into allegations against Samuel Eto'o, president of the Cameroonian Football Federation.

Premier League 2023-24: Who are the African players to watch out for?

The Premier League features some of the best African players in the world - but who are the fresh faces to look out for this season?

Niger’s coup leader General Tchiani: The ex-UN peacekeeper who seized power

Gen Tchiani has triggered a major crisis by overthrowing the president he was meant to guard.

US and UN concerned for ousted Niger president Mohamed Bazoum’s health

Deposed president Mohamed Bazoum's party also claims he is being detained under "cruel" conditions.

Netball World Cup 2023: Africa brings ‘energy, joy and colour’ to event

African netball is being tipped for growth after successfully hosting its first World Cup in Cape Town.

Sudan conflict: Call for gravediggers in Omdurman as fighting intensifies

Residents of the Khartoum area are shaken by an intense wave of bombing targeting paramilitary forces.