Earning the trust of a 40-stone silverback gorilla

A wildlife cameraman's close encounter with a silverback as he filmed a process designed to save the species.

DR Congo election: Three ministers and four governors disqualified for fraud and violence

The election body disqualifies three ministers and four governors from last month's chaotic vote.

Anthony Joshua: Briton to face ex-UFC fighter Ngannou in Saudi Arabia, confirms promoter Hearn

Promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua will face ex-UFC fighter Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Oscar Pistorius release: A reminder of South Africa’s femicide problem

The freeing on parole of the ex-athlete reignites the discussion about violence against women in South Africa.

Afcon 2023: Zambia can lift title on return to finals, says captain Lubambo Musonda

Zambia can win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations despite missing the past three tournaments, according to captain Lubambo Musonda.

Indian navy rescues sailors on board a ship attacked by pirates off Somali coast

No pirates were found on board the ship when commandos boarded it, Indian navy officials say.

A Tribe Called Judah becomes highest-earning Nigerian film

The film has grossed over $1m in domestic theatres since it was released on 15 December last year.

Ousmane Sonko: Senegal courts hit opposition leader’s presidential hopes

Two rulings make it less likely that opposition leader Ousmane Sonko can contest next month's election.

Africa’s week in pictures: 29 December 2023-4 January 2024

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

What next for Oscar Pistorius?

The South African runner was freed on parole 11 years after murdering his girlfriend.