Why West Africa’s united front is in tatters

Coups and broken promises test the cohesion of West Africa's regional bloc to breaking point.

Biden gaffe sparks ‘they’ve both got pyramids’ jokes

By confusing the Mexican and Egyptian presidents Joe Biden sparked jokes in both countries.

Toure hopes Afcon final sparks Ivory Coast party

Kolo Toure says Ivory Coast will have a massive party if the Elephants beat Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.

Guilty verdict in sensational Kenya murder trial

The fiance of a popular news presenter is convicted of killing a businesswoman five years ago.

The president who vowed not to overstay but plans to

After promising to not to extend his term of office in 2012 has Senegal's leader Macky Sall gone back on his word?

The president who vowed not to overstay but plans to

After promising to not to extend his term of office in 2012 has Senegal's leader Macky Sall gone back on his word?

Haller caps return from cancer with Afcon trophy

Sebastien Haller fired Ivory Coast to victory in the 2023 Nations Cup final just 13 months after returning from testicular cancer.

Cocoa price hits record high as El Niño hurts crops

The cost of the key ingredient for making chocolate has roughly doubled since the start of last year.

Games, glitz and glamour: Africa’s top shots

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

Ivorian ‘spirit’ praised after remarkable Afcon run

Squad unity has been a factor in Ivory Coast's run from 2023 Africa Cup of Nations no-hopers to possible victors.