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The DR Congo is planning to build a massive dam delivering power to millions of people - but it is not easy.

Michelle Lemuya Ikeny stars in Nawi, a film that depicts the reality of child marriage in rural Kenya.

"I was scared he had come to beat me or finish me off," a government critic tells the BBC about his ordeal.

African football's governing body says Swiss prosecutors will not bring legal charges against its secretary general Veron Mosengo-Omba.

Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry is aiming to become the first female president of the International Olympic Committee.

Egypt forward Omar Marmoush, the second highest scorer in the Bundesliga this season, has agreed a contract until 2029.

For more than 50 years, one family has dedicated itself to caring for the biggest cemetery in Kaduna.

Real Valladolid accuse Manchester City of encouraging one of their players to break his contract to force through a move to the Premier League club.

Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi talks to BBC Sport Africa about his foundation and why he feels impelled to give back to Nigeria.

Cindy Ngamba, who will make her professional debut in London on 7 March, hopes to land a world title shot within a year.

The BBC hears about horrific violence five women experienced in Libya after fleeing war-torn Sudan.

The Baye Fall don't fast or perform five daily prayers - they believe hard work is the way to heaven.

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

Seven years after Samantha Pendo's death her parents are still waiting for the trial of officers to begin.

The army under Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is accused of committing lethal attacks on civilians.

Osibisa was one of the first African bands to gain international recognition, in the 1970s.

At least 78 bodies and more than 240 survivors have been pulled out of a mine since Monday.

The decision to delay the 2024 African Nations Championship until August is welcomed by officials in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

The president's son is known for his controversial tweets - and he hasn't changed after a week off.

Former world number two Ons Jabeur in tears on court as she struggles with breathing difficulties during her third-round Australian Open victory.