Alassane Ouattara's win is unsurprising as his biggest rivals were barred from contesting the election.

Paul Biya retains his title as the world's oldest head of state, in an election marred with violence and allegations of fraud.

The fall of el-Fasher would cement the RSF's control of the west and reinforces a de facto split in the nation.

The education minister says the movement of staff and students has been affected by the scarcity of fuel.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan faces no real competition at the polls amid a climate of self-censorship and fear.

An opposition candidate is challenging the incumbent president's 43-year hold on power.

The fall of the base in el-Fasher is step closer towards the RSF cementing its control in the west.

The Jebel Marra area is neutral in the war but its produce cannot get out to feed a hungry nation.

Andry Rajoelina, who was removed from power in a coup last week, had already acquired French nationality.

The false belief that body parts of people with albinism bring wealth or luck have driven attacks.

Cameroon opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary is adamant that he's the winner of the presidential election.

Their neighbours, who raise livestock, told the family to get rid of the wild animal.

The expansion of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations is a "great boost" to teams that have never qualified for the finals, says Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga.

The authorities say the high amount is needed to ensure only credible candidates take part.

Issa Tchiroma Bakary says he won the election and is not concerned about being arrested or put in jail.

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

She was married to Ghana's longest-serving leader Jerry John Rawlings and known for her women's rights work.

Women's marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich is banned for three years after the Kenyan admits to anti-doping rule violations.

Nnamdi Kanu is on trial for terrorism and incitement to violence as head of the separatist group, Ipob.

Rayno Nel is the first African to win the prestigious title of World's Strongest Man.