BBC Africa

Misinformation about measures taken to tackle cholera outbreaks has led to violent protests.

South African Tamara Magwashu grew up unable to afford pads or tampons - now she is changing that for others.

Bola Tinubu is taking over the presidency of Nigeria - a giant nation with gigantic problems.

Bodies are exhumed and burial sites are razed to make way for roads and bridges.

Mounting evidence seen by the BBC suggests that medical facilities are being targeted by both sides.

The Russian mercenary group could be using African states to procure weapons for Ukraine, US says.

Mayar Sherif says people told her it was “impossible” to be Egyptian and good at tennis.

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

The elderly couple were left to fend for themselves by the British embassy, their family tell the BBC.

A clampdown on student visas means many Nigerian students won't be allowed to come to the UK with their families.

The Freetown landmark was a symbol of liberty for early settlers and appeared on banknotes.

Fulgence Kayishema is accused over the killing of more than 2,000 people sheltering in a church.

Whoever wins Sunday's Turkish presidential run-off cannot ignore the country's growing ties with Africa.

Kenyan caddy Virginia Karemi Njeri says she was 'desperate' when she took up a career in golf but the sport has turned her life around.

A YouTuber who advises Nigerians on coming to the UK says some students are motivated by work not study.

How corruption backed by a criminal network have led to South Africa's worst-ever power cuts.

For the first time since conflict erupted there appears to be relative peace in Sudan's capital.

The announcement comes days before official statistics are expected to show record migration levels.

Fikile Mbalula says that incessant power cuts in South Africa have "made a mess of our country".

A fresh seven-day truce is officially under way - though more hostilities have been reported in Khartoum and other cities.