BBC Africa

Edgar Lungu, who died in June, is yet to be buried - the debate over what next exposes deep divisions.

The French national is accused of working "on behalf of the French intelligence service" in Mali.

The exposé was in the "public interest", the BBC says, following criticism from senior Kenyan politicians.

BBC Sport Africa examines some of the big transfers involving Africans and new arrivals from the continent ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Parents are struggling to feed their children in war-hit Sudan's Darfur region.

French leader cites independence icons who were killed during military operations led by French forces.

The situation is being described as "catastrophic" after islands hit by vast amounts of rain.

BBC Sport visits Egypt to discover what Mohamed Salah means to the people of the football-mad country, and how a small boy from humble beginnings became a national icon.

Alexander Isak is angling for a move away from Newcastle United but Eritreans in the city are keen for the man they see as an "ambassador" to stay with the Magpies.

The Nigerian musician details her rise to the top of a notoriously male-dominated industry.

Ticket sales for some African Nations Championship games in Kenya are suspended after chaotic scenes at Nairobi's Kasarani stadium on Sunday.

The West African country investigates how a space rock found there was put up for sale in New York.

Mohamed Salah calls out Uefa over a tribute to Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid it posted on social media which failed to refer to the circumstances surrounding his death.

Orphaned at 14 and now a 21-year-old mother of two, Olivia Maniragena is fighting the odds to represent Rwanda at cycling's Road World Championships.

Cameroon's Paul Biya would stay in power until he's 99 if he wins October's election.

Cameroon's Paul Biya would stay in power until he's 99 if he wins October's election.

The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.

Zambia's government says the water is safe to drink after the US embassy ordered its staff to withdraw.

Former Egypt striker Mido, no stranger to controversy in his playing career, is aiming to unearth the next generation of talent in Cairo.

Former Egypt striker Mido, no stranger to controversy in his playing career, is aiming to unearth the next generation of talent in Cairo.