Female Mokoro polers changing stereotypes in Botswana’s Okavango Delta

Cindy Mothogaathobogwe steers wildlife safari tourists on a Mokoro canoe through the Okavango Delta.

Kenya health insurance fund: Boost for President William Ruto as court lifts ban

The scheme, one of President Ruto's key policies, seeks to provide affordable healthcare to all Kenyans.

Kenya health insurance fund: Boost for President William Ruto as court lifts ban

The scheme, one of President Ruto's key policies, seeks to provide affordable healthcare to all Kenyans.

Nelson Mandela auction: South Africa seeks to block sale in row over heritage

The government aims to block the sale of personal items to preserve the anti-apartheid hero's legacy.

Thomas Kwoyelo: Ugandan Lord’s Resistance Army rebel commander on trial

Former child soldier Thomas Kwoyelo faces more than 70 charges, including murder and rape.

Comoros election: Internet cut as protests turns fatal

Opposition supporters are angry at the re-election of President Assoumani, describing it as fraud.

Antum Naqvi: Cricket-playing pilot flying high for Zimbabwe

Antum Naqvi, a qualified airline pilot, sets his sights on the playing cricket for Zimbabwe after breaking domestic records.

Africa’s week in pictures: 12-18 January 2024

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

Cash-in-transit heists bring terror to South Africa’s roads

Police struggle as cash-in-transit heists increase and the murder rate hits a 20-year high.

Afcon 2023: Egypt 2-2 Ghana – Pharaohs fight back for draw despite injury to Mohamed Salah

Mohammed Kudus nets twice for Ghana but Egypt - who lost Mohamed Salah to injury - hit back to secure a 2-2 draw at the Africa Cup of Nations.