Drought in Cape Town hits local economy

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A severe drought in Cape Town, South Africa, is having a big impact on the local economy.

Kenyan police in shoe purchase scam

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At least $1.6m (£1m) may have been lost, forcing some officers to buy their own footwear

BBC African Footballer of the Year: Fans pick their favourites

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Fans pick their favourite ahead of the BBC African Footballer of the Year award show on 11 December.

Ghana’s ‘brand-building’ ideas guru

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Sound and fashion artist Steloolive works with brands to increase their profile.

The luxurious ghost airport in one of the world’s poorest countries

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Nacalas International Airport in Mozambique operates at only 4% of its capacity.

Ramaphosa believes South Africa’s President Zuma rape accuser

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The South African president was accused of raping an old family friend but was acquitted in 2006.

Broos on Cameroon job: “what’s happening is a soap”

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Cameroon coach Hugo Broos tells the BBC's World Football programme he has no idea if his contract will be extended and calls for a decision by 15th December.

Africa’s week in pictures

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A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this week.

Winter Olympics 2018: Nigeria’s women’s bobsleigh team target medal

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Nigeria's women's bobsleigh team are on the verge of securing a historic place at next year's Winter Olympics.

Liberia election: Court gives go ahead for run-off poll

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The top court finds insufficient evidence to merit a re-run of the first round held in October.