Why Wagner is winning hearts in the Central African Republic

The BBC visits the Central African Republic to see why Russian Wagner forces are so popular there.

Sudan war: Two people killed in attack on aid convoy in Sudan, says Red Cross

Seven others including three charity staff were injured in what the Red Cross has called a "deliberate attack".

Egypt election: Discontent grows as Sisi seeks third term

Many people are disgruntled with the president's handling of the economy after a decade in power.

DR Congo President Tshisekedi compares Rwanda counterpart Kagame to Hitler

Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand.

DR Congo election 2023: What you need to know

Some 40 million people will vote in a nation the size of Western Europe, home to vast mineral resources.

Turkey issues arrest warrant for Somali president’s son over fatal traffic crash

Turkey wants to arrest Mohammed Hassan Cheikh Mohamud after a motorcycle courier died in a traffic accident.

Nigeria takes major step towards once again producing refined oil

A refinery that could make Nigeria self-sufficient in fuel receives its first delivery of crude oil.

Zimbabwe by-elections: Polls open in controversial vote

The polls in a handful of constituencies could give the government a constitution-changing majority.

South Africa’s Tyla sparks culture war over racial identity

The term "coloured" is a slur in the US, but for millions of South Africans it is part of their identity.

South African woman jailed for 50 years for $28m theft

Hildegard Steenkamp stole huge amounts from the healthcare company she worked at for over 13 years.