BBC Africa

A selection of best photos from across the continent and beyond from 29 August till 4 September 2025.

Nigeria's Blessing Oraekwe says it is "heartbreaking" to be barred from the World Championships in Liverpool after missing the deadline for a new genetic sex test.

Nigeria's Blessing Oraekwe says it is "heartbreaking" to be barred from the World Championships in Liverpool after missing the deadline for a new genetic sex test.

England's poor form in white-ball cricket continues as they are beaten by South Africa to lose the second one-day international and the series with a game to spare.

Health officials urge people to take preventive measures following a new outbreak of the deadly virus.

Joseph Malanji was convicted of acquiring properties and helicopters that were suspected to be the proceeds of crime.

The overloaded boat was carrying passengers including children when it hit a submerged tree stump.

One man whose family were affected tells the BBC that he can only account for two relatives, who both died.

A new dataset with African languages should improve access to AI for millions on the continent.

A new dataset with African languages should improve access to AI for millions on the continent.

The final report into the fire that killed 77 people in Johannesburg calls for more housing for poor people.

African national sides are increasingly backing homegrown coaches - or showing faith in bosses from elsewhere on the continent. But will this trend continue?

Activist Edgar Mwakabela describes his ordeal after he says he was kidnapped and shot by suspected state agents.

England are bundled out for just 131 as South Africa hand out bruising reality check to new captain Harry Brook.

With four rounds of qualifying remaining, which African sides are most likely to reach the 2026 Fifa World Cup - and who could miss out on the finals?

Compelling evidence to suggest Lebanese Shia leader Musa al-Sadr was killed in Libya is uncovered by BBC.

Compelling evidence to suggest Lebanese Shia leader Musa al-Sadr was killed in Libya is uncovered by BBC.

Brentford forward Yoane Wissa signs for Newcastle in a deal worth up to £55m.

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson joins Bayern Munich on loan, with the German champions having an obligation to buy him for £56.2m if he makes a set number of appearances.

Two political rivals go head-to-head once again in the hotly contested 16 September poll.