South Africa elections: Are crime rates rising?

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There are high levels of crime in South Africa - are they getting even worse?

John Onaiyekan: Nigeria ‘uninhabitable’ for young people

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A Nigerian cardinal says political leaders' actions are causing young people to migrate to Europe.

Catwalk gatecrasher becomes surprise fashion star

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The feline fashionista dodged models on the runway of a Christian Dior event in Marrakesh.

Catwalk gatecrasher becomes surprise fashion star

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The feline fashionista dodged models on the runway of a Christian Dior event in Marrakesh.

Libya crisis: The fight for Tripoli explained from the frontline

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The BBC's Feras Kilani reports on the self-styled Libyan National Army's push to seize Libya's capital.

Princess Taiwo Agbona: ‘Regency prepares me for bigger role’

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A 22-year old Nigerian regent hopes her traditional role is preparing her for Nigeria's presidency.

In pictures: The art fuelling Sudan’s revolution

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Murals have been mushrooming on the walls of Khartoum, as thousands keep up a vigil to see a return to civilian rule.

Osama bin Laden: Eight years after his death, where is al-Qaeda?

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Where are militants loyal to al-Qaeda still active around the world?