Mozambique militant attacks: ‘So much destruction’

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The BBC's Anne Soy sees how Islamic militants have terrorised Cabo Delgado in northern Mozambique.

Kenyan basketball plagued by sexual abuse for years – victim

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A former basketball player in Kenya says sexual abuse has plagued the country's women's game for "many years".

Africa’s week in pictures: 17-23 September 2021

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A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

UK Covid vaccine rules cause hesitancy – Africa health boss

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The UK's refusal to accept vaccine certificates from Africa could increase hesitancy, says Africa CDC.

Morocco’s Khadija rape case: Eleven jailed for 20 years

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The woman's lawyer says he will appeal, describing the 20-year sentences as "not tough."

Somalis enjoy first public film screening in 30 years

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The war-ravaged country's national theatre showed two short films by Somali director Ibrahim CM.

Central African Republic war: No-go zones and Russian meddling

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All sides are accused of planting landmines in a dangerous shift in the Central African Republic.

‘Diamond’ Niyonsaba lauded upon return to Burundi

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Francine Niyonsaba is lauded by a large crowd as the athlete returns to Burundi after her Diamond League title and world record.

Mary Keitany: Kenyan world record holder retires

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Kenya's Mary Keitany, who holds the word record for a women-only marathon, retires from competing at the age of 39 due to a back injury.

Samuel Eto’o announces candidacy for presidency of Cameroon football federation

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Former Cameroon international Samuel Eto'o is to stand as a candidate in the race for the presidency of his country's football federation (Fecafoot).