Why Africa urgently needs its own genetic library

Genetically profiling three million Africans could be key for better healthcare, argue scientists.

Oromo Liberation Army: On the ground with Ethiopian fighters

The BBC's Catherine Byaruhanga gains special access to Ethiopia's Oromo Liberation Army.

Nigeria Ikoyi building collapse: Race to find survivors

At least 10 people have died and many are feared trapped under rubble at the site in Lagos.

Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: PM Abiy calls on citizens to take up arms against rebels

Abiy Ahmed says advancing Tigray People's Liberation Front are "pushing the country to its demise."

Herman Kambugu: Ugandan endurance runner and mountaineer on what drives him

Ugandan endurance runner Herman Kambugu says he wants to set a high benchmark for future generations.

How film-school reject Khadar Ahmed is winning prizes and hearts

Finnish-Somali prize-winning director Khadar Ahmed credits Africa for his great storytelling.

Libya: Thousands of migrants and refugees camp on UN’s doorstep

Thousands of people are on the streets after fleeing overcrowded detention centres in Libya's capital.