After a decade-long wait, six people are found guilty of the murder of politician Chokri Belaid.
Malam Bacai Sanha Jr wanted to use the proceeds of smuggling heroin to fund a coup, US authorities say.
The ANC has governed since the end of apartheid, but its vote could fall below 50% for the first time.
How Swiss coach Nora Hauptle is restoring pride to Ghana's Black Queens after years in the African football wilderness.
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is expected to become Senegal's youngest-ever president.
A technical problem at an Ethiopian bank allowed people to withdraw more money than they held.
Frank Geng Quarong was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend - a killing that shocked Nigeria.
South Africa's governing ANC wanted to stop the party backed by the ex-president from running in May.
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to become the African continent's youngest democratically elected leader.
Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba calls Bassirou Diomaye Faye to congratulate him on his victory.
Nadeem Anjarwalla has left the country after a month in custody, the cryptocurrency firm tells the BBC.
Children were among the victims of the crush at the charity event that attracted a big crowd.
Amaechi Muonagor was a loved Nollywood legend, whose career spanned over two decades.
Several rivals declare Bassirou Diomaye Faye winner of the delayed election as votes are still being counted.
What the world can learn from innovative designs in a future with scarce resources.
The comedy legend appeared in a viral video a few days ago begging for financial help to undergo a kidney transplant in India - and more
Seven million people are casting their vote in Senegal as they choose their new president.
Gunmen rode through the school in Kuriga in north-western Nigeria seizing children as young as eight.
The election was due last month but the outgoing president postponed it, triggering deadly protests.
Record levels of crime are driving more and more people to buy firearms to protect themselves.
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