Fighting in a mineral-rich region of central Africa proves a quandary for Chinese business interests.

Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani is promoted to the highest rank in the army, and dissolves all political parties.

South Africa could face a sanction, including a points deduction, after fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Brent Bozell's nomination comes at a time when relations between South Africa and the United States are at a low point.

Ethiopia's prime minister asks Tigrayans to email him with suggestions for a new leader.

The latest update includes "loan words" from several countries, including South Africa and Ireland.

This is the army's latest army gain since it retook the presidential palace last week.

President Évariste Ndayishimiye says there's "credible intelligence" that Rwanda plans to attack Burundi.

The incident comes barely a month after another Kenyan police officer was killed in a confrontation with gang members.

The Duke of Sussex says he and the prince of Lesotho left Sentebale amid a row between the trustees and the chair of its board.

Algeria, Egypt and Morocco remain on track to reach the 2026 World Cup but Sudan's unlikely bid to qualify suffers a setback.

The UN issues a stark warning following fighting between the army and the White army militia.

Videos posted on social media show the smoking ruins of market stalls and charred bodies.

The two countries are on opposite sides in the war in their giant neighbour, DR Congo.

Bitcoin miners will go to remote locations to take advantage of cheap electricity.

Thomas Partey nets twice as Ghana strengthen their bid for a place at the 2026 World Cup, while Ivory Coast return to the top of their qualifying group.

Funding cuts could lead to an added 2,000 new HIV infections each day, Winnie Byanyima warns.

Decorated test pilot James O'Connell was in a "good frame of mind" prior to the crash, the BBC is told.

A Sudanese general said Chad's airports were legitimate targets because they were used to supply weapons.

Bournemouth forward Dango Ouattara says Islam helps him "stay on the right path", as he discusses football, faith and fasting during Ramadan.