Rwanda illegally occupying DR Congo, minister tells BBC

A Rwandan spokesperson denies the charges, saying it is trying to prevent the conflict spilling over.

Flags, fists and falls: Africa’s top shots

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

DR Congo’s failed gamble on Romanian mercenaries

Several hundred well-paid foreign soldiers fighting on the side of the Congolese government surrender.

Nurse dies as Uganda confirms new Ebola outbreak

The victim was a 32-year-old nurse who died from multi-organ failure, the health ministry says.

South Africa and Rwanda go head-to-head over DR Congo war

Rwanda says South Africa is in “no position to take on the role of a peacemaker or mediator” in DR Congo.

South Africa and Rwanda go head-to-head over DR Congo war

Rwanda says South Africa is in “no position to take on the role of a peacemaker or mediator” in DR Congo.

Ghana bring in Schafer as Black Stars technical advisor

Ghana appoint Africa Cup of Nations-winning coach Winfried Schafer as director of football and technical advisor for the Black Stars.

Rwanda and South Africa race to bring F1 back to Africa

Rwanda and South Africa hope to host an African grand prix for the first time since 1993, but several expensive obstacles stand in their way.

Rwanda and South Africa race to bring F1 back to Africa

Rwanda and South Africa hope to host an African grand prix for the first time since 1993, but several expensive obstacles stand in their way.

DR Congo rebels vow to march all the way to capital

The rebels say they will not stop their offensive until they topple President Félix Tshisekedi.