South Africa beat England to reach T20 World Cup final

England are knocked out of the Women's T20 World Cup after inspired hosts South Africa win a gripping semi-final by six runs.

Kenya wrong to ban LGBT rights groups from registering – Supreme Court

Despite the victory for LGBT activists, the Supreme Court stresses that gay sex remains illegal.

Ukraine War: What happened to the African students who escaped?

A year after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, what has happened to the thousands of African students, who fled the war.

Christian Atsu: From fisherman’s son to ‘one in a million’ Black Star

How the former Newcastle midfielder, who lost his life in the Turkey-Syria earthquakes, grew from humble beginnings into a star who supported orphans and rehabilitated criminals.

Chinyere Igwe: Nigerian politician arrested with $500,000 on election eve

The money was found in Chinyere Igwe's car on the eve of Nigeria's hotly contested elections.

Tebbutt murder-kidnap: Kenyan freed after decade in jail

His conviction is expected to be formally overturned later, amid concerns about a Met detective's role.

Nigeria election 2023: Charts that explain the nation

The BBC tracks the issues facing Nigerians as the country chooses a new president on 25 February.

Africa’s week in pictures: 17-23 February 2023

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

Nigeria elections 2023: How to vote as an internally displaced person

Some of the Nigeria's internally displaced population are still unsure whether they will be able to vote in the upcoming elections.

Women’s T20 World Cup semi-finals: Luus wants ‘perfect game’ as South Africa target history

Women's captain Sune Luus wants the perfect game from her side as the Proteas target a first ever appearance for South Africa in a World Cup final.