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Nujuum Hashi has overcome traditional prejudice to become a respected artist in Somalia.

Following nationwide protests, reporter Ishaq Khalid explains how Chad has got to this point.

South Africa and Zimbabwe's opening Super 12s game at the T20 World Cup is finally abandoned because of rain in a strange conclusion.

Arhsad Sharif was killed by Kenyan police officers in what they say was a case of mistaken identity.

A father carried his son's weight up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness of meningitis.

Uganda insists on exploiting its fossil-fuel riches, despite Europe's environmental concerns.

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

Giorgia Meloni's promises to crack down on immigration concerns the African community living in Sicily.

The discovery of a grave of suspected trafficking victims is lamentable, a minister tells the BBC.

Ghana announce two national days of prayer and fasting to boost the Black Stars' chances of success with just under a month to go to the World Cup in Qatar.

Around 50 people died in pro-democracy protests as the international community condemns violence.

The wildlife authority describes this as a landmark punishment in the protection of rare species.

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

Cameroon will 'try everything' to get NBA star Joel Embiid to commit to play for their national side rather than France.

Two years since End Sars protests rocked Nigeria, families are still waiting for justice for their loved ones.

Senegal captain and Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly says the Teranga Lions are aiming to become the first African nation to win the World Cup.

Shire is one of the biggest urban centres in Tigray and provides strategic access to the capital Mekelle.

Giraffes are not usually aggressive except when females are protecting their calves.

Images of nights skies show power supplies disappearing in Ethiopia as a humanitarian crisis bites.