Police called to Ghana’s parliament after late-night clashes

Ghana's MPs destroyed parliamentary property, including tables, microphones, sound equipment, and other items.

‘The situation is chaotic’ after rebels seize DR Congo city

Days of heavy fighting between M23 rebels and DR Congo's army leave hospitals overwhelmed with patients.

‘The situation is chaotic’ after rebels seize DR Congo city

Days of heavy fighting between M23 rebels and DR Congo's army leave hospitals overwhelmed with patients.

Ghanaian MPs clash in parliament, destroying furniture

Police were called to the scene as the lawmakers tussled with each other and damaged property.

Rival African bids to bring F1 back to the continent

Rwanda and South Africa are launching rival bids to bring F1 racing back to Africa for the first time since 1993.

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.

Flags, fists and falls: Africa’s top shots

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

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.