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RSF troops executed a number of unarmed people after seizing el-Fasher, videos reviewed by BBC Verify show.

RSF troops executed a number of unarmed people after seizing el-Fasher, videos reviewed by BBC Verify show.

Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.

Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.

Reigning champions Nigeria qualify for next year's tournament alongside Cape Verde and Malawi who will make their Women's Africa Cup of Nations debut.

Reigning champions Nigeria qualify for next year's tournament alongside Cape Verde and Malawi who will make their Women's Africa Cup of Nations debut.

The 91-year-old Nobel laureate in literature has been a critic of Trump's immigration policy.

The threat against Issa Tchiroma Bakary comes a day after he was declared the runner-up in disputed presidential polls.

Sainey Mboge was labelled a "bad influence" as a child, just for playing football. But now the Gambian is having the last laugh, having built a career in the game.

Cameroon's Paul Biya has extended his 43-year rule by winning a heavily disputed election.

Cameroon's Paul Biya has extended his 43-year rule by winning a heavily disputed election.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan faces no real competition at the polls amid a climate of self-censorship and fear.

The Jebel Marra area is neutral in the war but its produce cannot get out to feed a hungry nation.

The false belief that body parts of people with albinism bring wealth or luck have driven attacks.

Cameroon opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary is adamant that he's the winner of the presidential election.

Their neighbours, who raise livestock, told the family to get rid of the wild animal.

The expansion of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations is a "great boost" to teams that have never qualified for the finals, says Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga.

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

Women's marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich is banned for three years after the Kenyan admits to anti-doping rule violations.

Rayno Nel is the first African to win the prestigious title of World's Strongest Man.