A landmark moment in South Africa for a humbled ANC

South Africa unveils a government of national unity but the country still faces many key challenges.

Ghana’s first photojournalist turns 95

James Barnor, who has photographed the likes of Muhammad Ali, is being honoured in Accra.

Ghana braces for three weeks of power cuts

Maintenance works by a Nigerian supplier are to blame, according to the state power firm.

ANC and DA agree on South Africa unity government

The African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance will put aside their decades-long rivalry to work together.

Ghana braces for three weeks of power cuts

Maintenance works by a Nigerian supplier are to blame, according to the state power firm.

UN Security Council demands end to Sudan’s city siege

The council urges rival forces to allow civilians to move to safer areas within and outside el-Fasher.

UN Security Council demands end to Sudan’s city siege

The council urges the rival forces to allow civilians to move to safer areas within and outside El Fashir.

Daring dives and winter walks: Africa’s top shots

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

Daring dives and winter walks: Africa’s top shots

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

Daring dives and winter walks: Africa’s top shots

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