The move comes after a religious leader criticised the government during a Christmas sermon.
The ex-footballer George Weah has been voted in as the president of Liberia. But will he be equal to the country's many challenges, asks Umaru Fofana.
Winger Wilfried Zaha will not leave Crystal Palace during the January transfer window, according to manager Roy Hodgson.
African cities are getting "smart" by embracing technology and improving efficiency.
Nigerian Uche Agbo defends his actions after being racially abused as he was sent off while playing for his Belgian club Standard Liege.
Data links to Angosat-1 have been restored after it went missing for two days.
At least two police officers were killed in the attack,local reports say.
South Africa's parliament failed to hold the president to account over public funds, the ruling says.
Nigeria forward Ahmed Musa's future at Leicester City is uncertain as manager Claude Puel says his future will be discussed in January.
The family of eight, including small children, are refusing to go home but can't travel elsewhere.
A look back at some of the major events that made the news in Africa in 2017.
A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this year.
A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this year.
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