The storm also devastated Mayotte, where one week on, many residents still lack basic necessities.

In the third such incident this week, at least 22 people were killed in a rush for free food at a charity event.

Two fishermen tell the BBC why they have decided to become pirates in search of big ransoms.

Young Igbos in the UK meet up weekly to reconnect with their roots.

The pair were found with magic charms, including a live chameleon, the police say.

Discarded everyday objects remain after people fled Wednesday's deadly crush in Ibadan in panic.

Battling widespread criticism over the cost of living, the president names more opposition ministers.

The BBC hears how roofs flew off homes as people sheltered inside in the cyclone-hit French territory.

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Most of those infected have tested positive for malaria but other factors could still be at play.

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Monaco condemn racist abuse of defender Wilfried Singo after the collision that left PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma with a facial injury.

BBC Africa Correspondent Mayeni Jones reports from cyclone-hit Mayotte, as French President Emmanuel Macron visits to assess the damage.

Thousands are still missing after the cyclone hit the territory, with residents facing shortages of food and water.

The widely advertised event saw large numbers of children show up, leading to a deadly crush.

He was also ordered to pay a $58.5m (£46m) fine, and his bank accounts and property have been seized.