Officials say inmates will not receive visits during the festive season for security reasons.

The deputy PM said the UK was "quibbling" over the sum to be handed over to Mauritius.

Lebo M, who played a key role in the original movie, reflects on his career and contribution to Mufasa.

The result when first announced in October sparked deadly protests after claims the poll was rigged.

South Africa's Cameron Carolissen hopes his appearance at the 2025 PDC World Championship can boost darts on the continent despite his first-round exit.

Fulham and Nigeria star Alex Iwobi has been playing Santa Claus with his own Christmas shop in east London, giving out free food, including turkeys, to local residents.

Videos reviewed by BBC Verify show men wearing RSF insignia boasting of killing locals in Al Sherifa.

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.

With one year to go until the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off, what can we expect when the finals return to Morocco?

Jonathan Fonati Koffa insists he is innocent after being questioned by police.

Benin head coach Gernot Rohr claims it is "dangerous and unsafe" for international football matches to be played in Libya.

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

Nelson Amenya is hailed as a hero in Kenya after sharing details of a plan to lease the main airport.