Africa

Thousands of Congolese are opting make a dangerous river crossing to get to safety in Burundi.

International Olympic Committee presidential candidate Kirsty Coventry says it's time the organisation was led by a woman.

Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells the BBC's Emma Barnett about her experience of writer's block.

Young women in Kenya tell the BBC they have used TikTok to sell sexual content since they were teenagers.

Scandal surrounds King Misuzulu's attempts to take a third wife - and to divorce his first one.

Explosions during a rally held by a rebel group in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo have killed at least 11 people and injured around 60 others.

The BBC joins a mission aboard the Léon Thévenin to repair an undersea fibre optic cable.

The camps are unsanitary, food barely sufficient, and many of those being held are in poor health.

Former Ghana assistant coach George Boateng has expressed his readiness to take on a head coaching role, citing his extensive coaching experience as a strong foundation for the next step in his career.

Black Queens goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan has praised the impact of new head coach, Kim Lars Bjorkegren. The 43-year-old Swedish gaffer replaced Nora Hauptle on a two-year deal. Speaking in an interview with the Ghana FA website, Konlan highlighted the positive changes the team has experienced since the Swedish coach 39;s arrival, partic .

Black Queens goalkeeper, Cynthia Konlan says they are confident and ready to face Morocco later today. Ghana 39;s female senior national team will be hosted by the Atlas Lioness in a friendly clash at the P egrave;re J eacute;go Stadium in Casablanca with kick-off scheduled at 17:00 GMT.

Black Queens head coach, Kim Lars Bj ouml;rkegren, has acknowledged the challenge of facing Morocco in an upcoming friendly match. Ghana rsquo;s senior women rsquo;s national team will take on Morocco rsquo;s Atlas Lionesses on Friday in Casablanca as part of their preparations for the 2024 Women rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Chief Executive Officer of Bibiani Goldstars, Akwasi Adu, has affirmed that all Ghana Premier League clubs are fully prepared for the league 39;s return. The second half of the 2024/25 season was put on hold following the tragic death of Francis Frimpong, who was fatally stabbed at Nana Kronmansah Park in Nsoatre during a Matchday 19 cla .

Ghana's MPs destroyed parliamentary property, including tables, microphones, sound equipment, and other items.

Days of heavy fighting between M23 rebels and DR Congo's army leave hospitals overwhelmed with patients.

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Tanzania head coach Hemed Suleiman Ali has acknowledged the tough challenge ahead for the Taifa Stars at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, but insists his team must rise to the occasion and fight for a place in the knockout stage.

Uganda head coach Paul Put has called on his players to seize the opportunity and prove themselves at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 after the Cranes were drawn into Group C alongside Nigeria, Tunisia, and Tanzania.

Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has set his sights on a deep run at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, insisting that his team rsquo;s ambition is to reach at least the semi-finals.

Kofi Adams, the Minister of Sports and Recreation-designate, has revealed that discussions are ongoing to provide financial support for players in the Ghana Premier League. The low wages faced by players in the topflight have been a persistent issue, leading many to leave for better opportunities abroad.