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The rally comes as rebel Tigrayan forces advance within 300km of the capital Addis Ababa.

Protesters are demanding the military step back and allow the transition to civilian rule.

There has been political infighting after comments she made to the BBC about the 1988 Lockerbie bombing.

Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman retains his title with a unanimous decision win against Colby Covington in their rematch at UFC 268.

Despite the bloody crackdown, many Sudanese remain determined to overturn the military takeover.

Freetown is in shock following Friday night's explosion which killed scores of people.

A huge explosion happened after an oil truck collided with another vehicle in the nation's capital.

The issues for Africa, the continent most vulnerable as temperatures rise, that COP26 must not ignore.

The army calls on former military personnel to join it, as rebel forces advance on the capital.

The now ruined artistic collections are considered some of the country's most important historical items.

Wadi Degla win the first-ever group match in the inaugural Women's African Champions League, beating Malians AS Mande 3-1 in Cairo.

Chinube has a condition called hirsutism, which causes women to have thick, dark hair on their face, neck, chest or lower back.

Meet Africa's 'Three Kings' who are boosting the profile of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on the continent.

At least 69 people were killed when they were ambushed by suspected Islamist militants.

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

The party of Nelson Mandela gets less than 50% nationwide for the first time since the end of apartheid.

Somizi Mhlongo cancels a trip after a religious coalition tried to ban him because of his sexuality.

Establishing a Women's African Champions League is the "best move ever", according to Vihiga Queens captain Enez Mango.

Wilfried Zaha's international future is in doubt after Ivory Coast's coach said he asked not to be selected for this month's 2022 World Cup qualifiers.

Ongoing fighting across several states in Ethiopia is hampering humanitarian efforts.