The Russian mercenary group is leaving amid an uptick in deadly Islamist insurgent attacks.

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

Botswana, one of the world's biggest diamond producers, has been struck by a global decline in the market.

The 65-year-old is alleged to be at the centre of several corruption cases; he has said he has been unlawfully treated.

Bryan Mbeumo's stellar Premier League season with Brentford has seen him linked with a move to Manchester United. But what is the secret of his success?

Robust safety measures are required before the Confederation of African Football gives the green light to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host CHAN.

He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

The bank had ended all lending to Uganda two years ago because of a harsh, new anti-LGBTQ law.

Seven of the 12 countries whose nationals are banned from going to the US are in Africa.

Voters are heading to the polls following a campaign period marked by reports of political repression.

The content is contrary to the nation's "laws, culture, customs, and traditions", the information minister says.

Outlets who breach the ban could face suspension, the media regulator warns.

Charlene Ruto accused the author of "misusing" her name by writing the book without seeking her permission.

South Africa is trying to extradite pastor Shepherd Bushiri from Malawi on fraud charges, which he denies.

The BBC speaks to the mother and brother of a man wanted in connection with illicit gold mining.

World Boxing apologises for naming Olympic champion Imane Khelif in the governing body's announcement of mandatory sex testing.

Boniface Mwangi says he has decided to speak despite the "shame and guilt" of being "sexually tortured".

A female suicide bomber and an accomplice were "intercepted and neutralized", the army says.

Initial reports suggest multiple casualties following the attack on the convoy, a UN spokesperson says.

Nigeria boss Eric Chelle expects Europe's top sides to show interest in Victor Osimhen after the striker helped fire Galatasaray to the Turkish title.