Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered

The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent.

Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered

The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent.

South Africa escape: Manhunt launched for inmates on the run

The inmates absconded after staff were overpowered at the prison during exercise.

Genetic impact of colonial-era slave trade revealed in DNA study

The consequences of rape, maltreatment, disease and racism are revealed by the findings.

Genetic impact of colonial-era slave trade revealed in DNA study

The consequences of rape, maltreatment, disease and racism are revealed by the findings.

Sudan mass grave linked to anti-Bashir coup attempt

The 28 bodies are thought to be army officers involved in a failed coup against Omar al-Bashir in 1990.

Sudan mass grave linked to anti-Bashir coup attempt

The 28 bodies are thought to be army officers involved in a failed coup against Omar al-Bashir in 1990.

Africa’s week in pictures: 17-23 July 2020

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

Legacy of Kenyan clan ‘branded evil’ by colonialists

The BBC’s Anne Soy travelled to her birthplace to meet clan members in her Kalenjin ethnic community.

Legacy of Kenyan clan ‘branded evil’ by colonialists

The BBC’s Anne Soy travelled to her birthplace to meet clan members in her Kalenjin ethnic community.