Paystack: Inside the mind of a Nigerian start-up bought for $200m by Stripe

Five steps Nigerian start-up Paystack took to build and strike a $200m deal with Stripe.

Death toll rises to 100 after attacks on Niger villages

The government said suspected jihadists ambushed the two villages near Niger's border with Mali.

On patrol: Night vision in DR Congo

Photographer Hugh Kinsella Cunningham goes out with UN peacekeepers.

Central African Republic rebels seize Bangassou, says UN

Bangassou is the latest city to be taken by rebels, the UN says, over allegations of election fraud.

Sahel conflict: Two French soldiers killed in Mali

It brings the number of French troops killed in the Sahel conflict against Islamist militants to 50.

Viewpoint: Why Ethiopia and Sudan have fallen out over al-Fashaga

A border dispute has led to armed clashes, deepening fears about insecurity in the region.

Suspected Islamists kill dozens in attacks on two Niger villages

The government said soldiers had been sent to protect the area, close to Niger's border with Mali.

Congo pardons two men over President Kabila assassination

The pardons come amid a rift between President Félix Tshisekedi and his predecessor, Kabila's son.

Said Bouteflika: Brother of deposed Algeria leader cleared of charges

Said Bouteflika was accused of conspiracy against the state after his brother, the president, was ousted from office.

Ten African music stars to look out for in 2021

Elaine, Fik Fameica and Omah Lay are among the stars who have impressed BBC Africa's music experts.