South Africa’s ex-President Jacob Zuma in Russia for medical treatment

The announcement comes a day after a court ruled he was released from jail on parole unlawfully.

Africa’s week in pictures: 7-13 July 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

Sudan conflict: ‘I saw bodies dumped in Darfur mass grave’

An eyewitness tells the BBC he saw dozens of bodies being dumped by a paramilitary group.

Tour de France: Biniam Girmay is leading a revolution in cycling

The small nation of Eritrea is on the verge of breaking through in elite cycling - and Biniam Girmay is at the centre of it.

Wimbledon 2023 results: Ons Jabeur fights back to beat Aryna Sabalenka and reach final

Ons Jabeur produces a superb comeback to beat Aryna Sabalenka and set up a Wimbledon women's singles final against Marketa Vondrousova.

2023 Women’s World Cup: South Africa’s Andile Dlamini talks football and music

Two years after suffering a career-threatening heart condition, South Africa goalkeeper Andile Dlamini is ready for the Women's World Cup.

Sudan conflict: 87 people found in Darfur mass grave, UN says

There are concerns the RSF is targeting specific ethnic groups in the West Darfur region.

Sudan crisis: From Ruto to Sisi, leaders vie to drive peace process

Several different efforts are underway to end the Sudan conflict, which could destabilise its neighbours.

Kenya demonstrations: Children in hospital after being tear-gassed in Nairobi

There are demonstrations around the country over the rising cost of living and tax hikes.

Tunisia’s Jabeur beats defending champion Rybakina

Defending champion Elena Rybakina loses in the Wimbledon quarter-finals as Ons Jabeur avenges her defeat in last year's final.