Reports of a mass killing by police in a Nairobi suburb spread quickly. The BBC looked for the evidence.

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Some spoke of having phones confiscated by agents and enduring horrific experiences in dark rooms.

Two legislators thank the parliamentary invaders for coming to their rescue during a two-hour orderal.

A judge declines to halt the deployment of soldiers to assist police in quelling anti-budget protests.

Fashion designer Latif Madoi says he was targeted because of his support for opposition leader Bobi Wine.

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