Kenya chess: Male player dons disguise to compete as woman

The bold gambit of dressing in a burka was exposed when the Kenyan's winning streak raised eyebrows.

Kenya cult deaths: Four die after suspected starvation plot

Four die after allegedly refusing food on the orders of a pastor who wanted them to get to heaven.

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

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

In pictures: 2023 Sony World Photography Awards

The winners of the 2023 Sony World Photography Awards have been announced.

Thabo Bester: South Africa’s ‘Facebook rapist’ deported from Tanzania

Tanzania deports the rapist and murderer who faked his death in jail, and was at large for a year.

France’s plan to crack down on Indian Ocean migration

Desperate to reach Mayotte, Christian Ally Moussa boarded a small fishing boat in Madagascar.

Ghana first to approve ‘world-changer’ malaria vaccine

The vaccine - R21 - was up to 80% effective in early-stage clinical trials.

The bean that could change the taste of coffee

How researchers are pinning their hopes on a climate-resilient coffee species.

Kenya-UK defence deal: MPs amend rule over prosecuting UK troops

British troops can now be tried for murder committed against Kenyans in Kenya.

Viewpoint: East Africa’s battle over culture and homosexuality

The anti-gay sentiment in East Africa is a convenient distraction for leaders, argues Sammy Awami.