How a sexual assault led to a tougher stance against motorists in Kenya

The BBC's Esther Akello Ogola explains how the lack of safety for women in public spaces in Kenya has been problematic for years.

Mauritius determined to race despite bike thefts

The Mauritius cycling team are determined to race at the African Road Championships in Egypt despite having 12 competition bicycles stolen in South Africa.

Mauritius determined to race despite bike thefts

The Mauritius cycling team are determined to race at the African Road Championships in Egypt despite having 12 competition bicycles stolen in South Africa.

Mauritius determined to race despite bike thefts

The Mauritius cycling team are determined to race at the African Road Championships in Egypt despite having 12 competition bicycles stolen in South Africa.

Africa’s week in pictures: 11-17 March 2022

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

Sylvester Igboun: Nigerian is first African footballer to depart Russia

Nigeria international Sylvester Igboun becomes the first African footballer to leave the Russian Premier League following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Diébédo Francis Kéré: The first African to win architecture’s top award

Diébédo Francis Kéré says receiving the Pritzker Prize has made him the "happiest man on this planet".

Nigerian volunteer: ‘Fighting in Ukraine is better than living here’

Ukraine's embassies in some African countries have been told to stop recruiting combat volunteers.

War in Ukraine: Why Vladimir Putin couldn’t have trained fighters in Africa

A misleading photo has been used by some to suggest the continent should support Russia in Ukraine.

Hakim Ziyech: Chelsea winger rejects latest Morocco call-up

Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech rejects the chance to play for Morocco in their 2022 World Cup play-off against DR Congo.