A close ally of Paul Biya, in power for four decades, challenges “one-man” rule in the country.

At least 10 people died in the protests and 400 others injured, including 300 police officers, minister says.

The explosion occurred at an electrical transformer near where students were taking final exams.

Former Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy says he left the west London club because Al-Ahli had a better chance of winning silverware.

The BBC’s Ian Wafula is in central Nairobi amid the protests to honour those killed a year ago.

The burial is scheduled for Wednesday in South Africa amid a dispute between the state and Lungu’s family.

Find out who has been called up for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off in Morocco on 5 July.

The continent imported more than $55 billion worth of food last year, projected to double to $110 billion in 2025

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus appeals for attacks on health facilities to “stop everywhere”.

Former players reflect on Nelson Mandela’s inspirational role in South Africa’s first Rugby World Cup triumph 30 years ago.

Mali has boosted relations with Russia while reducing ties with former colonial power France.

Celebrations break out as people from both countries greet each other for the first time in five years.

Albert Ojwang died in police custody after being detained for allegedly defaming the deputy police chief.

Nigeria is aiming to qualify for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics after its men’s and women’s teams were victorious at the inaugural African Flag Football Championship.

Many others were injured when a barrier collapsed as MC Alger fans celebrated winning the league, reports say.

Some are beguiled by the Zimbabwean tycoon’s generosity, others alarmed about the source of his wealth.

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

At least 34 soldiers were killed in the latest attack by Islamist groups, Niger’s military leaders say.

A video goes viral showing female students being checked to see if they were wearing bras.

Edgar Lungu’s family accuses the government of deviating from the agreed funeral programme.

Televangelist Gilbert Deya has died in an accident and at least 30 other people are reportedly injured.