Westgate attack: Two jailed over Kenyan shopping mall attack

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The men are sentenced to 18 and 33 years for helping the attackers of Nairobi's Westgate complex.

Boxer Ramla Ali eyes glory on eve of pro debut

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Ramla Ali begins a professional boxing career on Saturday which the former refugee hopes will take her to both world and Olympic glory.

Caf President Ahmad hospitalised after contracting Covid-19

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Confederation of African Football president Ahmad is to spend the next five days in a Cairo hospital after contracting coronavirus.

Ivory Coast Election: Will there be a boycott?

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Ivorian President Ouattara’s decision to run for a third term has caused protests, while the opposition is calling for a boycott.

Africa’s week in pictures: 23 – 29 October 2020

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

Coronavirus hardship in Mexico, Nigeria and Bangladesh

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Three people from around the world who lost their jobs during the pandemic explain how it has affected their lives.

France church attacker arrived in Europe from Tunisia days ago

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Three people were stabbed to death in Nice in what France says was an "Islamist terrorist attack".

African Champions League: Caf postpones semi-final and final

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The Confederation of African Football confirms the postponement of the Champions League final and the semi-final second leg between Zamalek and Raja Casablanca.

At least 140 migrants drown off Senegal coast, UN says

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A boat carrying 200 people caught fire and capsized on Saturday after setting off from West Africa.

Tanzania elections: Opposition leader Tundu Lissu ‘won’t accept poll results’

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Presidential candidate Tundu Lissu says the election was "marred by irregularities at all stages".